How do I seek workers’ compensation benefits in New York?
When you sustain a workplace injury, you should seek workers’ compensation. But there are some essential steps to follow to ensure you have the best chance at securing benefits in New York. Not only do you need to follow best practices for seeking medical care and...
read moreHow can I get payment for lost wages?
For many workers in New York, losing even a day's pay could cause financial trouble. So many people live paycheck to paycheck and depend on every penny they make. If this is your situation, an injury on the job that results in lost wages could be a serious problem....
read moreCan your job cause mental health problems?
New Yorkers are used to functioning in high-stress, busy environments and that includes on the job. Unfortunately, the human body and the mind have their limits and according to Psychiatry Advisor, some occupational stressors can lead to mental health disorders....
read moreHow can you increase your safety working in a construction zone?
Construction accidents in New York are all too common, particularly in the areas that are severely crowded. Because of the nature of the job, these accidents are often completely debilitating or may even result in death. While there are certain rules that your...
read moreWhat are common back injuries?
If you have ever hurt your back, then you understand how terrible that type of injury is. When your back hurts, it makes it difficult to move and to do anything since your back pretty much connects to every other part of your body. If you move an arm, a leg or your...
read moreHow can I prevent repetitive motion injuries?
You have probably heard people complaining about carpal tunnel. This is an issue with a nerve in the wrist that comes about due to repetitive movements. This is a type of repetitive motion injury. These injuries sneak up on you. While they may offer warning signs, you...
read moreWhy are falls such a problem in the workplace?
One of the leading causes of severe injuries and workplace deaths in New York is falls. This type of accident is also one that OSHA spends plenty of time working to educate employers about. Some falls are rather minor, but many of them are serious and lead to major...
read moreLiving with a spinal cord injury in New York
Car accidents, falls and other such incidents often result in serious back injuries for people in New York and elsewhere. Often resulting in permanent sensation, mobility and body functions, those who suffer spinal cord injuries may feel as if their injuries have...
read moreDo I have a workers’ compensation case?
When you suffer an injury on the job, you could be eligible for benefits based on medical bills, lost wages and other associated costs. Many workers avoid filing for benefits because they fear repercussions from their employer or they think they cannot afford an...
read moreWomen workers more likely to be injured
The National Safety Council (NSC) has released its analysis of workplace injury statistics from 2017. Published on its website, the study was informative reading, but at the same time, it was not great news for women in the workplace. Workplace assault...
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