Workers’ Compensation
Michigan workers’ compensation law protects workers who are injured in connection with their work. The law provides money for lost wages, all reasonable and necessary medical expenses, job retraining and more. If you are off work (or have unpaid medical bills) due to work related injuries, please contact us for a free consultation concerning your workers’ compensation rights at 800-252-4666 or 269-343-5566.
Our attorney fees are contingent, which means we only receive a percentage of any benefits we obtain for you. There is NO attorney fee unless we get you a recovery.
There is NO charge to contact us and talk to one of our attorneys about your rights. We specialize in worker’s compensation law and are in court nearly every day protecting and enforcing the rights of injured southwest Michigan workers.
Many people do not realize that workers’ compensation covers wear-and tear injuries that accumulate over months or years such as arthritis, back pain and carpel tunnel syndrome, in addition to one-time injuries such as lifting injuries, falls, or other physical or mental trauma. Under worker’s compensation law, the work need not be the sole cause of the injury as long as it aggravates or significantly contributes to the injury.
Employers and their insurance companies routinely deny valid claims or hire knowledgeable attorneys to defeat claims made by deserving workers. Even in cases where benefits are paid, often the employer or the insurance company shorts the worker a portion of the benefits he or she is entitled to receive. Workers’ compensation law is complex and even attorneys in other areas routinely refer clients with work-related injuries to us due to our expertise. We have over 50 years of experience taking on these attorneys.We know the law, and we know how to protect your rights and obtain the benefits you are entitled to receive.
Our clients receive millions of dollars every year as a result of our representation on workers' compensation trials, redemptions (settlements), and voluntary payments.
If your claim is being voluntarily paid by the insurance company, we can assist you in obtaining the maximum settlement for your circumstance. Negotiations will take into consideration potential offsets (coordination) with past, present and future Social Security Disability Benefits. This is extremely important as it may have a significant impact on the monthly Social Security benefits that you receive. If we settle your workers' compensation claim while it is being voluntarily paid, then our fee is reduced to only 10% of the settlement amount. As part of the service we keep you informed on all negotiations and prepare all the necessary paperwork.
If your claim is being disputed by the insurance company then we will fight for the best possible resolution of your claim. Our skilled trial attorneys will advise you and utilize our knowledge of the law, health care providers, and the workers' compensation system in preparing your claim and maximizing its value.
If you have any questions at all about the rights Michigan workers’ compensation law affords you, please contact us for a FREE initial consultation at 800-252-4666 or 269-343-5566, or click on the Contact Us button below.
Social Security Disability
Federal Social Security law allows workers who will be disabled for any reason for at least one year to receive disability benefits regardless of the cause of the disability. Benefits are payable to disabled workers as well as their dependents.
However, the test of disability can be very difficult to meet. Generally, it is not enough that the worker be unable to perform his or her past work. The law requires the worker to be disabled from all substantial work activity in view of his or her disabilities considering the worker's age, education, past work experience.
The Social Security system for deciding these cases is extremely challenging. Proper procedures must be followed and proper documentation of the worker's disabilities must be provided. At Carey, Kirk, Webster & Kihm, we have successfully handled literally hundreds of Social Security disability claims for deserving southwest Michigan workers. We offer a FREE initial consultation regarding claims for Social Security disability benefits.
Attorney fees are contingent, meaning there is no fee unless we obtain benefits for you. Normally the fee is one-fourth (25%) of the overdue monthly benefits. Future benefits belong entirely to the disabled wage earner or his/her dependents.
The time to retain an attorney is BEFORE your case goes before the Social Security Administration. You can easily lose benefits you would have been entitled to receive if you wait to consult an attorney until Social Security has made a decision in your case.
No responsible attorney can guarantee a favorable result. Our law firm has a very high success rate in representing claimants in Social Security Disability matters. We utilize our knowledge of complex Social Security law, knowledge of various medical conditions, and our extensive knowledge of the administrative system while preparing your claim. As a result of our efforts, the clients we represent receive over a million dollars in Social Security Disability arrearages every year.
Collectively our clients receive millions and millions of dollars per year in monthly benefits.
Personal Injury
Our firm zealously represents individuals who are injured in automobile accidents, the negligence of others, dangerous premises, and dog bites. We strongly encourage you to contact us immediately if one of these events has occurred. A Statute of Limitations applies to all of these events and therefore you should find out your rights as soon as possible.
Automobile: We represent drivers, passengers, truckers, bicyclists, motorcyclists, and pedestrians who sustained injuries from motor vehicles. We fight to establish the maximum value of your claim under the No-Fault system of law in Michigan.
Premises Liability & Negligence: Our law firm represents clients who have suffered injuries resulting from dangerous premises or the negligence of others. We have handled cases that have resolved for a few thousand dollars to over a million dollars. It is extremely important to have your case evaluated by our experts because damages and injuries are not always readily apparent.
Dog Bites: Injuries from dog bites fall under separate laws apart from all other injury claims in Michigan. Under the law we are able to pursue medical expenses, pain and suffering, loss of income, emotional damage, and scarring. Our law firm is one of the few law firms that has successfully represented dog bite victims in judgments and settlements in excess of $100,000.00.
Wrongful Death: Our law firm has successfully represented clients who have lost loved ones and family members as a result of the actions of others. We pursue all damages allowed under the law. The loss of a loved one is never easy. Our goal is to establish the maximum value for each claim while taking the burden of the legal ramifications off the survivors.
Medical Malpractice: Our law firm does not engage in the representation of victims in medical malpractice. However, we will discuss your potential claim and refer you to an expert in the specialty field of malpractice.
Out-Of-State Injuries: If you, a family member, or a friend sustain injuries in another state our law firm will assist you by referring you to a competent attorney in the proper jurisdiction. We can not advise you as to the laws that apply within that state, but we can put you in touch with an attorney who is familiar with the laws and applicable Statute of Limitations.
