Weems v. Chrysler Corp.

In this case, we must construe various aspects of the Worker’s Disability Compensation Act. Specifically, we must decide whether the plaintiff in this action was wholly or partially dependent on her deceased husband, where her contribution to the family’s household income1 was nineteen percent. Additionally, we must determine the proper formula for calculating a partially dependent person’s weekly benefit pursuant to MCL 418.321; MSA 17.237(321).2 Finally, we must determine whether a partially dependent person’s weekly benefit is subject to the statutory maxi*684mum and minimum rates of…