MI Sup Crt: Employer not Liable for Van

The Michigan Supreme Court ruled last month that a workers' comp carrier needn't purchase a customized van for a disabled worker, but would otherwise be responsible for the cost of customizing the van to accommodate the injured worker's motorized cart.In Weakland v. Toledo Engineering Co (No.119495, 02/0403) the injured worker was a former bricklayer. He could no longer walk long distances without help. He requested a customized van that could be used to transport his motorized cart.Michigan law requires employers to supply assistive devices and "other appliances necessary" to cure or ameliora...