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Construction Season Injury Risks: What to Watch as Outdoor Work Increases
You’re probably already aware of how risky working in construction can be. Roughly 24% of all workplace fatalities in New York happen in this industry, especially during summer. From heat stroke to... Continue Reading
A Guide for Medical Offices: When Is an Injury Considered Work-Related?
Medical records are a crucial part of a workers’ compensation claim in New York. Any issues with them can lead to delays or denials. But how do you know whether their injury is actually part of the... Continue Reading
Social Security Disability: What Qualifies as Substantial Gainful Activity?
The SSA has plenty of rules that can put your benefits at risk. One of the most important ones to pay attention to is substantial gainful activity (SGA). The SSA uses it to decide whether you’re co... Continue Reading
Repetitive Strain Injuries: When Gradual Pain Qualifies for Benefits
In most cases, you can easily connect a workplace injury to a recent accident. Unfortunately, not all injuries are the same. Some might take weeks, months, or even years to develop. Repetitive stra... Continue Reading
How To Support Union Members Through the Workers’ Compensation Process
A workplace injury can fundamentally change your life overnight. This process is stressful on most employees, especially when they’re busy recovering from their injuries. This is where union delega... Continue Reading
How SSDI Approval Can Strengthen a Catastrophic Injury Case
Catastrophic injuries often bring a whole set of complications for accident victims. In many cases, the damages they sustain are so severe that collecting Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI... Continue Reading
What Happens If Your Workers’ Compensation Claim Is Denied?
Being injured at work is already stressful. You’re forced to leave work for a period of time while recovering from your injuries. And if you’ve applied for New York’s workers’ compensat... Continue Reading
Healthcare Worker Injuries: Increased Risk for Nurses and Hospital Aides
Working as a nurse or hospital aide gives you a chance to help others when they need it the most. On the other hand, these healthcare professionals face plenty of risks each day that can lead to se... Continue Reading
