Civility is an important element of a productive workplace. To foster an appropriate environment, employer policies often ban certain behaviors, such as foul language and physical violence.
If hurt in a fight at work, can I get workers' compensation?
My workers' compensation claim was denied. What now?
New York law requires that nearly all employers provide workers' compensation coverage for their employees. Yet this does not mean every workers' compensation claim is accepted.
How do I know if I’m covered by workers’ compensation?
If you are working in the Buffalo area and are injured on the job, it’s likely you are eligible for workers' compensation. Under New York law, nearly every employer is required to carry coverage. This ensures that individuals hurt or made ill at work receive the care they need. If disability results, the worker is entitled to cash benefits.
