Accidents can happen occasionally, no matter what industry you work in. However, in the eyes of the state, being an employee or an independent contractor will determine your eligibility for workers... Continue Reading
Receiving the news that you’ve been fired while on workers’ comp leave can add more financial, mental, and emotional stress to an already challenging situation. However, as a worker in New York, re... Continue Reading
Getting an eye injury at work can be unexpected and life-changing. Many workers who suffer eye injuries on the job face physical pain and long-term financial instability. Fortunately, New York’s wo... Continue Reading
Accidents can happen anytime and anywhere. Whether it’s on the job or because of someone’s negligent actions, knowing what your legal options are is crucial. Workers’ comp and personal ... Continue Reading
Last month, Governor Kathy Hochul passed legislation to support workers’ rights further. Through these new laws, employees can expect increased protections, higher workers’ comp pay, and better wor... Continue Reading
If you suffered a work injury, it may take a long time to recover from your damages. Thankfully, your workers’ compensation benefits will help cover medical expenses and lost wages until you recove... Continue Reading
Veterans have the legal right to receive the appropriate disability benefits for injuries or disorders sustained during service. But in some cases, obtaining these benefits can be a challenging pro... Continue Reading
Construction is one of the riskiest professions, so serious accidents are bound to happen. For this reason, workers on these sites need protections to ensure their safety, such as New York’s Scaffo... Continue Reading
After sustaining a workplace injury, all most victims can think about is focusing on recovering as soon as possible. But if you’re planning to file a workers’ compensation claim to recover your dam... Continue Reading
Earlier this month, the New York Senate recently passed a bill that increases the scope of mental injury compensation for every worker in the state. Also known as A.B. 5745, this legislation can tr... Continue Reading