Category Archives: Worker's Compensation

MI Work Site Accident – Michigan Worker Sustains Brain Injury in Tree-Cutting Accident

Posted on November 2, 2010 by abrahamslaw

A worker sustained traumatic brain injuries after a lift being used to cut tree limbs malfunctioned and imploded. The employee was rushed to UM Hospital in Ann Arbor, while state police continue to investigate the cause of the work-site accident. Continue reading →

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MI Construction Site Accident – Masonry Company Sued After Worker's Death in Ann Arbor

Posted on June 6, 2010 by abrahamslaw

Although construction is necessary for city development, it is essential that all contracting companies follow the rules and regulations outlined in the Michigan Occupational Health and Safety Act. Failure to do so, as seen in the case of a University of Michigan worker who fell from an unguarded scaffold while working on the Museum of Art renovations. Continue reading →

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Social Disability Matters – Already Backed-Up Disability System Overwhelmed in New Claims

Posted on May 10, 2010 by abrahamslaw

The dwindling economy and increase in lay-offs have consequently resulted in a spike in Social Security disability claims. Unfortutately, not only will the majority of applicants be denied, those who appeal the process will be waiting two years or longer to receive compensation. Continue reading →

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MI Safety Tips – Workplace Injury Prevention Tips Every MI Worker Should Know

Posted on April 8, 2010 by abrahamslaw

Accidents can happen anytime, anywhere–even while on the job. Although it is the employer’s responsibility to maintain a safe work environment for employees, each worker can do their part to protect themselves. Continue reading →

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Worker's Compensation – Occupational Accident Results in Death of Kroger Employee

Posted on March 24, 2010 by abrahamslaw

After a pallet of waterbottles fell upon her, thirty-two year-old Kroger employee Lori Keen sustained severe personal injury, requiring emergency medical attention. She died over the weekend after being taken off life support. Continue reading →

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MI Worker's Compensation – Bill Filed To Give Illegal Immigrants Worker's Comp Benefits

Posted on March 18, 2010 by abrahamslaw

Recently, a new bill was introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives that would extend Michigan worker’s compensation benefits to undocumented workers who have sustained personal injury while on the job. Continue reading →

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MI Worker's Compensation – Report Show State Worker's Comp Costs are Stable

Posted on March 6, 2010 by abrahamslaw

According to a recent study, the State of Michigan has some of the lowest worker’s compensation costs in the country. This has proved to benefit both employers and injured worker’s alike. Continue reading →

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MI Worker's Compensation – GM Retirees Get Reduced Worker's Comp Checks

Posted on February 19, 2010 by abrahamslaw

Throughout the career of an experienced Detroit personal injury lawyer, it is common to represent individuals who have sustained severe personal injury or died while on the job. In Michigan specifically, General Motors retirees have seen their worker’s compensation benefits … Continue reading →

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MI Worker's Compensation – GM Retirees Get Reduced Worker's Comp Checks

Posted on February 16, 2010 by abrahamslaw

Throughout the career of an experienced Detroit personal injury lawyer, it is common to represent individuals who have sustained severe personal injury or died while on the job. In Michigan specifically, General Motors retirees have seen their worker’s compensation benefits … Continue reading →

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