In Michigan, you can be fired while on workers' comp as there is nothing in the law that protects your employment, however, your employer cannot fire you in retaliation for making workers' compensation claims. This is against the law, and you can get damages beyond workers' compensation benefits.
Michigan law allows workers' comp benefits to continue for your entire life if necessary. However, for indefinite coverage, medical treatments must be reasonable, necessary, and directly related to the workplace injury.
While the timeline varies, many cases are resolved within 12 months from the pre-trial date. Michigan law allows workers to settle their claims six months after the date of injury, but cases involving litigation or disputes may take longer to resolve.
When an injury/illness occurs: Immediately notify your supervisor. Seek treatment at an Occupational Health Care Clinic. Submit a Workers' Compensation Claim: Apply Online, or. Print, complete, and fax a State of Michigan Workers' Compensation Claim Form.