Many New York construction workers are injured when working on a construction site each year. Many construction site accidents come from slipping, tripping or falling and the resulting injuries are serious and sometimes deadly. Recent statistics show the prevalence of...
If you are injured at work or suffer a work-related illness, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits and there is a process you can follow to apply. Injuries and illnesses may include broken bones, spinal injuries, head injuries, and exposure to toxic...
New York provides workers' compensation benefits to employees who are injured at work. The system is a no-fault system, meaning that you do not have to prove anything other than that your injury occurred while working. Almost all businesses are required to provide...
Many workers in New York have probably heard of repetitive motion injuries and, for some, the first example of this type of injury that comes to mind is carpal tunnel syndrome. However, there are many other types of repetitive motion injuries and disorders – some of...
When New York workers are injured on the job or suffer an occupational illness, their priority should be addressing the injury or occupational disease so they return to health. Workers’ compensation benefits are a key part of that. As they improve, they will...
Back injuries can happen in any type of job. Most people associate back injuries with jobs involving physical labor, but back injuries can happen in office jobs that require a lot of sitting, as well. Sometimes a back injury happens because of a one-time event, such...
No matter what type of job you have, it is possible that you may slip and fall at work. Many slip-and-fall accidents occur at the workplace due to: Debris on the floor Uneven carpeting or flooring Damaged work equipment or property Losing balance or tripping over...
An on-the-job injury can take its toll. It can leave you with significant pain and physical limitations that make it impossible to work while you recover, and the medical expenses associated with your rehabilitative care and treatment can be enormous. This leaves many...
When employees think of a workers’ compensation claim, falls and accidents may come to mind. They may not be aware that a repetitive motion injury can also qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation overview In New York, if a worker has a...
Workers’ compensation is available for workers who are injured or become ill because of their job. If a claimant applies and their application is accepted, they will receive benefits. If an applicant’s claim is denied, they have the right to appeal the denial and...