August 10, 2022

Why Your Medical History Prior to Your Work Accident Is So Important

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…

May 10, 2022

What You Need to Know About Your New York State Disability Pension Claim

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…

April 20, 2022

What Does Workers’ Compensation Cover?

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…

April 1, 2022

Can My Spouse Receive My Benefits After My Death?

Many people wonder what will happen to their workers’ compensation or Social Security disability benefits if they die before collecting the total amount they’re eligible to receive. Some families depend on weekly or monthly payments to afford living expenses, such as housing, food, and other bills. It is overwhelming to think about whether your family will receive the support they…

January 20, 2022

How to Determine Lost Wages

Lost wages can become a significant burden on an injured worker. If you can’t earn your usual income due to an injury or illness, you can no longer support yourself sufficiently. You might struggle to pay for necessary medical treatment and afford your daily cost of living. It’s a stressful situation for anyone to deal with. Fortunately, you could seek…

January 19, 2022

How to Determine Lost Future Income

When you suffer an on-the-job injury or illness, you might worry about how you’re going to afford your expenses. Without a steady income, you can’t afford to pay for your medical care, daily living costs, and other expenses. You might struggle to support yourself and care for your family. It can be a stressful time in your life and seem…

January 10, 2022

What You Need to Know About PTSD Disability

Most people think of physical injuries and diseases when they think of disabilities. However, mental health conditions, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), are also disabilities. PTSD can prevent a person from returning to work or earning their regular income. Many employees suffering from this disorder can’t perform their job-related duties or find work elsewhere. Workers who have PTSD could…

January 1, 2022

Can My Kids Receive My Benefits After My Death?

Whether you’re collecting Social Security disability or workers’ compensation benefits, you might wonder what will happen to the payments if you pass away. If your family depends on your weekly or monthly benefits to afford daily living expenses, such as rent, food, and bills, it can be overwhelming to think about what will happen when those payments stop. Injured and…

December 1, 2021

Five Tips to Win Your Disability Claim

Suffering an injury or illness that prevents you from earning your usual wages can be detrimental to your finances. If you don’t make the money you’re used to making, you might struggle to afford your medical bills, daily living expenses, and other costs you incur. You could end up facing significant debt while treating the injury or illness you sustained.…

Workers’ Compensation Blog

Why Your Medical History Prior to Your Work Accident Is So Important

What You Need to Know About Your New York State Disability Pension Claim

What Does Workers’ Compensation Cover?

Top Ways to Document Pain and Suffering

Can My Spouse Receive My Benefits After My Death?

How to Determine Lost Wages

How to Determine Lost Future Income

What You Need to Know About PTSD Disability

Can My Kids Receive My Benefits After My Death?

Five Tips to Win Your Disability Claim