Workplace injuries can range in gravity from mild to fatal, and include everything in between. It is important, of course, for injured workers to report all injuries promptly to their employer so t... Continue Reading
In our last post, we spoke briefly about the exclusive nature of workers’ compensation benefits unless certain exceptions apply. One important exception, we noted, is when an employer commits an in... Continue Reading
Asbestos is a fiber that was widely used for decades in many different types of materials from car and train braking systems to building insulation and flooring tiles. It was primarily used because... Continue Reading
All injuries have the potential to affect your ability to work. However, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) names amputations as one of the worst types of injuries a worker ca... Continue Reading
The workers’ compensation system is an important financial resource available to workers, and those who have been injured on the job should always apply to ensure they receive why they are entitled... Continue Reading
We’ve been looking in our last couple posts at the types of workers’ compensation benefits available here in New York, and have already spoken about medical benefits, total or partial disability be... Continue Reading
In our last post, we began looking at the types of benefits available through the workers’ compensation system for injured workers in the state of New York. We’ve already spoken briefly about the i... Continue Reading
Being exposed to toxic chemicals — over and over again — puts workers at risk for serious health complications. Employers should know this and should be taking certain precautions to li... Continue Reading
When a worker is injured on the job, the most important immediate concern is to ensure the injury is promptly addressed with appropriate medical care. Not far behind on the order of priorities is t... Continue Reading
Last time, we began looking at the responsibilities of employers under workers’ compensation law. In addition to the reporting requirements mentioned last time, employers are also required to maint... Continue Reading