On behalf of Bangel, Cohen & Falconetti, LLP | Aug 22, 2019 | Workplace injuries
Many jobs require New York City employees to conduct the same activities every workday. This may not seem like a big problem, especially for workers who enjoy doing the same work without having to change tasks. However, repetitive actions can lead to repetitive stress...
On behalf of Bangel, Cohen & Falconetti, LLP | Aug 8, 2019 | Workplace injuries
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...
On behalf of Bangel, Cohen & Falconetti, LLP | Jul 24, 2019 | Workplace injuries
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...
On behalf of Bangel, Cohen & Falconetti, LLP | Jul 20, 2019 | Workplace injuries
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....
On behalf of Bangel, Cohen & Falconetti, LLP | Jun 26, 2019 | Workplace injuries
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...
On behalf of Bangel, Cohen & Falconetti, LLP | Jun 17, 2019 | Workplace injuries
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...
On behalf of Bangel, Cohen & Falconetti, LLP | May 10, 2019 | Workplace injuries
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...
