December 2018 Articles
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 alternatives....
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, which allows registered medical providers to...
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