March 15, 2023
Workers’ compensation can be confusing, especially with all the terms used to describe different milestones and stages of a claim. One of the most important terms to know about is maximum medical improvement (MMI). What Is Workers’ Compensation Workers’ compensation protects employees injured at work or those who contract a debilitating illness because of work conditions. For example, if you…
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February 1, 2023
You get hurt at work and need time off to recover. Even if you can return to your job, the injury might limit your physical or mental abilities, leading to a smaller paycheck. Wondering whether collecting workers’ compensation benefits will affect your employment status and benefits like health insurance is normal. Keep reading to learn about the relationship between health…
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January 1, 2023
Our New York workers’ compensation attorneys often hear from clients wondering how unemployment benefits and workers' compensation work in New York. The process can be confusing and overwhelming, especially when dealing with an injury or illness that has left you unable to work. In this blog post, we’ll break down the basics of collecting unemployment and workers' compensation in New…
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December 1, 2022
If you were injured in a workplace accident, you might be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. How long you can receive benefits depends on a variety of factors, but it is possible that you could be eligible for lifetime workers' comp benefits. Read on to learn more. An Overview of Workers’ Compensation Benefits New York employees whose employers carry workers’…
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November 1, 2022
If you sustain an injury in the workplace, your employer must report it to their workers' compensation insurer. Some employers, however, may attempt to cover up workplace accidents by failing to file or filing late. Failing to report is unlawful and hinders injured workers from receiving the benefits they need. What should someone do if their employer fails to report?…
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October 1, 2022
If you were injured in an accident at work, you could be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation insurance provides benefits for employees who are injured or become ill on the job. New York law requires that all for-profit and most non-profit companies carry workers’ compensation insurance for their employees. The insurance covers health care for work-related injuries…
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September 1, 2022
It is difficult to concentrate on recovering from a job-related injury or illness if you believe your job is in jeopardy. Workers’ compensation provides insurance benefits if you are injured or get sick on the job. New York law mandates that most employers with one or more employees must carry workers’ compensation insurance. This protects the employer from liability for…
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August 10, 2022
Injuries or illnesses suffered before an on-the-job accident could negatively affect the outcome of your workers’ compensation claim. The insurance adjuster might argue that your medical condition doesn’t qualify for workers’ compensation benefits because it is a pre-existing condition. This creates various challenges while pursuing coverage. You could face a denied claim and need to appeal the decision or take…
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May 10, 2022
You probably served the people of New York State for years. Unfortunately, you were injured while carrying out your duties. As a result, you can’t work anymore. You still have to maintain your livelihood even though you’re now disabled. This is where New York disability pension benefits step in to support you after your many years of service to the…
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April 20, 2022
One thing most New York workers can count on is being covered by workers’ compensation insurance if they get injured on the job. If you are hurt while working or suffer an illness related to your job, you should be able to go to a doctor and have all your medical bills and related expenses covered. There are some restrictions…
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