Schenectady, New York, Legal Blog
Construction work illnesses may qualify for SSDI benefits
Construction work comes with injury risks, such as falling from a ladder, roof or scaffold. When accidents occur, workers usually require immediate medical attention. A number of medical conditions can also develop over time. Many of these conditions could become...
Transportation and construction workers face high injury risks
There were almost 200,000 job-related nonfatal injuries and illnesses suffered by construction workers in 2018. As reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in November 2019, transportation and warehouse workers exceeded that number with more than 221,000...
Manly mistakes that could cost you compensation
The thousands of men and women at New York's construction sites know how strong you have to be to work in this industry. Construction workers continue to top the charts in terms of workplace injuries. Nationwide, falls are the leading cause of employee injuries and...
Even a small business needs safety training
Workplace accidents happen. People are fallible and make mistakes, and unforeseen incidents occur that can end with an injury. For small businesses, the results can be devastating. When you work for a smaller company, it is important to understand what safety...
Who is responsible for contract employee safety?
Many companies in New York prefer to hire temporary and contract employees to save their business money. However, these employees are more likely to experience a workplace injury accident, as they are not as familiar with their worksites and are not properly trained....
The workers’ compensation claim process
If you were injured on the job, you may be in a great deal of physical and emotional pain. Additionally, you may be suffering financially if you are unable to work because of your injuries. Fortunately, injured workers in New York may be able to apply for worker's...
How do I apply for Social Security Disability benefits?
Many people become disabled before reaching retirement age and are unable to work. If this has happened to you, you may be able to apply for Social Security Disability benefits. Before you can apply for benefits, you must make sure you meet the earnings requirement....
New York Workers’ Compensation standards may get a makeover
Workers' compensation requires employers to provide workers with benefits if they get injured on-the-job, in exchange for immunity from lawsuits. These benefits are provided to give the worker and their family financial stability as they recover from their...
Working to obtain the workers’ compensation benefits you deserve
It can happen in an instant, but the fallout can last far longer. An unexpected event causes a workplace injury, and you are left wondering how to deal with it. Who do I talk to? How will I cover expenses if I miss work? These questions and more deserve answers, and...
How does a spinal cord injury affect a victim?
One of the most important parts of the human body is the spine. The spine is protected by the spinal cord, which contains nerves that run from the brain down one's back to control movements throughout the body. When the spinal cord is damaged, it could lead to a wide...