Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Michigan Workers' Compensation & Disability Lawyers
For over 80 years, MacDonald & MacDonald has been a steadfast advocate for injured and disabled workers across Michigan. Our firm's legacy began with Robert James MacDonald, a respected Michigan legislator and workers' compensation pioneer, and continues through three generations of attorneys dedicated to securing fair compensation and rights for our clients. We specialize in workers' compensation, social security disability, personal injury, and disability discrimination cases, with a proven track record of recovering benefits for thousands of clients, including General Motors employees and union members.Our legal team combines deep industry knowledge with personalized representation, operating on a contingency fee basis to ensure access to justice regardless of financial circumstances. With offices in Flint and clients across multiple Michigan counties, we offer free consultations to help workers understand their rights and options.
Services
Workers Compensation
Social Security Disability
Personal Injury
Disability Discrimination
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Details
- Year established: 1940
Highlights and features
- Three generations of Michigan workers' rights advocacy
- Specialized expertise in workers' compensation and disability law
- Contingency fee basis ensures no upfront costs
- Proven track record with thousands of successful cases
- Deep local knowledge across Michigan's industrial regions
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
- BV Distinguished
What people say
Proven track record
Contingency fee model
Local expertise
Free consultations
Union representation
Services
Workers Compensation
We represent Michigan workers in securing workers' compensation benefits for job-related injuries and occupational diseases. Our attorneys handle claims for medical care, wage replacement, vocational retraining, and permanent disability benefits. With three generations of experience, we navigate Michigan's complex workers' compensation system to ensure clients receive their full legal entitlements.
Social Security Disability
Our firm assists disabled individuals in obtaining Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. We handle initial applications, reconsiderations, and appeals for clients unable to work due to physical or mental impairments. Our experience includes representing clients in disability hearings before administrative law judges.
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured in motor vehicle accidents, workplace incidents, and other negligence cases. Our practice covers automobile, motorcycle, trucking, and construction site accidents, as well as defective product claims. We pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering through negotiated settlements or litigation.
People
R. Duncan MacDonald
Attorney
Third-generation Michigan workers' rights attorney with decades of experience in workers' compensation and disability law. Active member of the State Bar of Michigan and former chair of its Workers Compensation Section.
Robert J. MacDonald
Attorney
Experienced litigator specializing in workers' compensation and disability discrimination cases. Continues the family tradition of advocating for Michigan's injured workers through trials, appeals, and negotiations.
Questions
What types of cases does MacDonald & MacDonald handle?
We specialize in workers' compensation, social security disability, personal injury, and disability discrimination cases across Michigan.
How are your legal services funded?
Most cases are handled on a contingency fee basis - you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.
Do you represent union members?
Yes, we represent members of UAW locals, AFSCME, SEIU, Teamsters, and other unions across Michigan.
What areas of Michigan do you serve?
We serve clients in Genesee, Oakland, Saginaw, Wayne, and 14 other Michigan counties with office locations in Flint.
