Workers comp is usually first
MCL 418.131 often makes workers’ compensation the exclusive remedy against an employer, but not necessarily against other responsible parties.
Hurt On A Jobsite In Michigan?
Call Before The Injury Is Treated As Only A Workers Comp Claim
Tell us where the construction injury happened, who controlled the site, what equipment or contractor was involved, and whether workers’ compensation has started. We will look for potential responsible parties.
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What You Need to Know First
Can I claim more than workers’ compensation?
Possibly. Workers’ compensation is usually the remedy against your employer for a covered work injury. A separate claim may be available if another company or person was legally responsible. Being present on the jobsite does not, by itself, make a contractor or property owner liable.
Third-party claims may exist
Other contractors, site owners, drivers, equipment manufacturers, and product companies may be legally responsible outside workers comp depending on control, causation, and the facts.
It costs nothing to find out where you stand.
Since 1989
We Review The Employer Claim, Third-Party Defendants, And Site Evidence Together.
Construction injuries often involve workers’ compensation and a separate third-party claim. General contractors, subcontractors, property owners, equipment companies, drivers, and product defendants may each need review.
Workers comp status
Medical treatment, wage loss, injury notice, provider choice, restrictions, and disputed causation.
Site control
General contractor, subcontractors, property owner, site safety plans, contracts, and work sequencing.
Equipment and products
Scaffolds, ladders, cranes, lifts, tools, machines, guards, warnings, and maintenance records.
Third-party damages
Pain and suffering, full wage loss, future care, disability, scarring, and family impact beyond comp benefits.
The process
What happens when you call.
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Tell us what happened
Start with when and where you were hurt, your injuries, and your main concern. You do not need every record before you call.
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Discuss what needs attention
We ask about the people involved, any letters or offers you received, and information that could affect the next step.
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Understand your options
We explain whether we may be able to help, what information is still needed, and what representation would involve.
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Decide whether to move forward
A consultation does not commit you to hiring us. Representation begins only after conflict review and a written engagement agreement.
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Our results
The cases. The work.
The difference it made.
$957K
Brain damage caused by corporate negligence
Our client suffered brain damage in a case involving negligence by a corporation.
$1.2M
Serious injuries in a commercial truck crash
The client sustained injuries to the back, neck and head in a commercial truck accident.
$475K
Fall into a hole resulting in a fractured hip
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What our clients say
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Focus On Your Recovery. Get Help With Your Claim.
Treatment, bills, and insurance questions can arrive at once. We can review your situation and explain how legal help may fit into your recovery.
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Is It Time To Review A Michigan Construction Accident Claim?
Use this practical screen to identify the first construction accident facts, records, and legal questions worth reviewing. It does not calculate a deadline. No sign-up and no dollar estimate. Your answers are only included if you submit the free case review below. The result is general information, not legal advice.
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Talk Through The Construction Accident Facts Before Records Or Options Change.
Share what happened, how it has affected you, and a phone number or email where we can reach you. You can ask for a review before you have every report or insurance document.
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Tell Us Who Controlled The Jobsite. We Will Tell You Which Claims To Review.
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Michigan Construction Accident Law And Third-Party Claims
The main point: do not assume workers’ compensation is the only recovery until the site, contracts, equipment, and non-employer defendants are reviewed.
The full breakdown Michigan law, deadlines, evidence, and recovery issues
Construction Injury Cases Need A Defendant Map.
The strongest jobsite cases identify every person or company that controlled the hazard, not just the employer.
Fall, scaffold, ladder, or roof injury
We review fall protection, site control, equipment condition, training, and contractor responsibility.
Struck-by or crush injury
We review vehicle movement, crane or lift operation, spotters, exclusion zones, and subcontractor conduct.
Equipment or product failure
We preserve the product and review design, manufacturing, warnings, maintenance, and rental records.
Work-vehicle crash
We review workers comp, PIP, third-party liability, UM/UIM, and commercial insurance at the same time.
Key Michigan Rules, Deadlines, And Evidence
Michigan construction claims often involve workers’ compensation exclusivity, third-party claims under MCL 418.827, product liability, premises issues, work-vehicle No-Fault, and exact-date deadline review.
Employer exclusivity
MCL 418.131 often limits claims directly against the employer, but it does not automatically protect every contractor, owner, driver, or manufacturer.
Third-party claims
A separate negligence or product claim may exist when someone other than the employer caused or contributed to the jobsite injury. Under MCL 418.827, proceeds can reimburse compensation paid or payable and affect future benefits after recovery expenses.
Workers comp benefits
Medical care, wage loss, restrictions, provider choice, and disputed causation need review while any third-party case is investigated.
Site and product evidence
Photos, incident reports, contracts, safety plans, maintenance records, equipment, and witness names should be preserved quickly.
Work-vehicle overlap
If a motor vehicle was involved, No-Fault PIP, serious-impairment, and commercial coverage issues may overlap with workers comp.
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Serving clients across Michigan.
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Michigan Construction Accident Lawyer
Can I sue after a Michigan construction accident if I receive workers’ compensation?
Possibly. Workers’ compensation may limit claims against your employer, but a third-party claim may exist against another contractor, property owner, driver, equipment company, or product manufacturer.
What should I do after a jobsite injury?
Report the injury, get medical care, keep photos, save witness names, document equipment or site conditions, and do not assume workers’ compensation is the only claim.
What if defective equipment caused the injury?
The product should be preserved. Design, manufacturing, warning, rental, maintenance, and alteration issues may need expert review.
Does workers’ compensation pay for pain and suffering?
Workers’ compensation generally provides defined benefits such as medical care and wage loss. Pain-and-suffering damages are usually pursued through a third-party claim when one exists.
What if I was hurt in a work vehicle crash?
A work-vehicle crash can involve workers’ compensation, No-Fault PIP, third-party liability, UM/UIM, and commercial insurance at the same time.
Our Team Approach
Every case at Christopher Trainor & Associates is a team effort. Our attorneys collaborate on strategy, discovery, and litigation so you get the full strength of the firm behind you—not just a single lawyer. We have built our practice on this collaborative model since 1989.
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