If you have a workers' compensation claim in the state of New York, you may choose to voluntarily settle it. If you plan on settling, you will need to determine whether a lump sum or structured settlement best suits your needs. The options may feel confusing, so you...
New York’s workers’ compensation system provides stronger protections compared to other US states. Due to strict regulations, workers’ comp insurance and illness covered under workers’ comp are extensive but what about long term injuries? Coverage for long-term...
A lifting injury at work can happen in an instant. A wrong twist, an unexpected loador one too many repetitive movements can sideline you for weeks or even longer. If you suffered a work injury in New York, the state's workers' compensation system exists to protect...
A remote work injury generally falls under workers’ compensation in New York when it arises out of and during your job duties. You might feel uncertain when your home also serves as your workplace. A fall during a work call or pain after long hours at your desk could...
If you have been receiving workers' compensation in New York, there is a good chance you have heard the term "Section 32 waiver agreement" at some point during your case. Before you consider the offer, it could help to understand what it involves. How a Section 32...
A slip on a wet floor or a back strain from lifting heavy equipment are just some examples of a workplace injury that can quickly throw your life off balance. One day you’re following your usual work routine, and suddenly you’re juggling doctor visits and worrying...
Work-related accidents, big or small, have the potential to affect your life, health and earning ability. If you sustain an injury on the job, you may be eligible to receive compensation. Workers’ compensation in New York often pays for medical treatment and provides...
Getting hurt at work can change your plans fast. Many people in Schenectady accept a workers’ comp settlement to bring a claim to a close. Time passes, symptoms change or new limits appear. At that point, questions about reopening the case often come up. New York law...
If you have suffered an injury while carrying out your work duties, your entire life has likely changed. You need those workers’ compensation payments to help you deal with the medical expenses, missed wages and other costs associated with your injury, so that you can...
You've met with your workers' compensation lawyer. They asked you about your injury, explained how the workers' comp process works in New York and discussed the next steps. Does this mean you should just rest, focus on getting better, and wait to hear something? As a...