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Work injury: Should you seek a lawsuit or a workers’ comp claim?
If you are injured in accident while driving to the grocery store, you might pursue a personal injury lawsuit to seek financial compensation from the party who caused the crash. If you are injured at work, you might file a workers' compensation claim. Personal injury...
Ergonomic correctness helps prevent injury, but it is no guarantee
Many regulators and employers take the view that the least expensive workplace injury is the one that never occurs. Of course, even where dedication to enforcing safety standards is high, accidents occur. Resulting injuries can run the gamut from fatal to less serious...
How much does a workers’ compensation attorney cost?
When you are out of work because of a workplace injury or accident, finances are probably at the top of your list of worries. Some injuries can make you unable to return to work for years, and the effects can last for a lifetime. You may not ever be able to go back to...
Common mistakes people make after suffering a workplace injury
A severe injury can dramatically change your life. Whether it’s temporary or permanent, injuries can cause terrible stress, trauma and challenges that you never expected. If you sustain an injury in the workplace, you may be entitled to workers' compensation, which...
3 mistakes that people make after a workplace injury
After a workplace injury, many New York employees depend on workers’ compensation to make sure their bills get paid. However, making a mistake could cost you the benefits you deserve or even your future employment. What mistakes should you avoid? 1. Failing to meet...
Can you file a workers’ compensation claim if injured while working from home?
With precautions related to COVID-19, more people than ever are working from home. This can raise questions about workers’ compensation. What happens if you are injured while working from home? What kind of injuries can a person suffer while working from home? Will...
Should I report any type of workplace injury?
Accidents happen in all types of jobs. A minor scrape or cut may not seem like a big deal. A “twinge” in your back after lifting an item may not be bothersome at the time. However, it is important to inform your employer whenever you have suffered a workplace injury,...
How long can I receive workers’ compensation benefits?
After you have been injured on the job and applied for workers’ compensation, you probably have a variety of concerns. Can I rely on workers' comp benefits to support me? Will I receive enough to cover my medical bills? What will my life look like next week, next...
Workers’ compensation benefits for construction workers
Construction work is dangerous. A job site can have many hazards, which can lead to serious injuries. If you are injured while working on a construction site, however, you might qualify for New York workers’ compensation benefits. Available benefits often cover more...
Timing is everything when filing a workers’ compensation claim
Tedious workplace tasks can lull you into a false sense of security in a fast-paced environment where hazards loom around every turning forklift, churning machine press and oily floor. Safety protocols and standards have improved over the years, but they are not...
