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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...
U.S. workplace deaths rose in 2019
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports a slight increase in the number of workplace deaths last year as 5,250 fatalities were reported. The rate of fatal injuries on the job remained unchanged from 2017 at 3.5 workers per 100,000. The lack of improvement in...
Does workers’ compensation cover exposure to COVID-19?
During the COVID-19 pandemic, employees who are considered “essential personnel” have stayed on the job. Some have gotten sick, and questions are being asked about workers’ compensation coverage. For example: if you are working as a nurse or doctor on the front lines...
Most common types of construction accidents
Construction work has earned a reputation for being dangerous. Construction workers face many variables, from the nature of the tasks, to the environment in which the tasks are performed. The breadth of activities is such that injury risk is high and certain accidents...
Causes and penalties for workers’ comp delays
Filing for workers' compensation benefits is a paperwork-laden process for all the parties involved, whether an employer, insurance company, or employee. To prevent delays of any kind, either by accident or design, the law contains provisions under which the Workers'...
How snow and ice create workplace safety threats
Our region of the state has a well-earned reputation for snowfall. In fact, if current trends for this winter continue, Buffalo will lead the nation again in snowfall. We're currently in first place with more than 111 inches. Snow presents significant challenges....
Does workers’ compensation cover pre-existing conditions?
The phrase "Claim denied due to pre-existing condition" is one of the scariest in the world of health insurance. In workers' compensation, pre-existing conditions can present unique legal problems. While the law says an employee injured on the job has a right to...
How to choose the right doctor for your workers’ comp claim
A worker injured on the job in New York is, in most cases, entitled to receive the care necessary to achieve maximum recovery. If you select the wrong doctor, however, your recovery could be negatively affected. A directory for approved doctors Those eligible for...
What does ‘light duty’ work mean?
After being injured on the job, there is incentive to get back to work as quickly as reasonably possible, as being out of work for too long can impact your finances. If your doctor says you can work but cannot perform the duties of your previous job, there are...
Is medical marijuana allowed in New York as workers’ comp treatment?
Attitudes regarding marijuana are undergoing a major shift in the United States, especially in the context of using marijuana for medical purposes. New York state is at the forefront of the changes. Step one occurred in 2014 with passage of the Compassionate Care Act,...
