Supreme Court Hears Case Regarding Equitable Tolling For Veterans With Disabilities
Last Tuesday, The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) heard a veteran’s case regarding his retroactive benefits going back over 40 years. Adolfo Arellano, a US Navy veteran, developed PTSD ... Continue Reading
Are There Any Benefits To Workers’ Comp Lump-Sum Payments?
When you file a workers’ compensation claim, the defendant may offer you a lump-sum settlement to pay back for damages instead of ongoing payments. If you’re recovering or have a minor injury, it c... Continue Reading
Avoid These 5 Serious Mistakes After Your Workplace Accident
It can be hard to imagine getting hurt at your workplace, but it happens more often than you think. This is especially true if you work in a high-risk industry. While you can recover damages for yo... Continue Reading
Can You Work And Collect VA Disability Benefits?
If you receive a total disability rating, you’ll be eligible for full benefits that replace your previous income. Depending on what you do for work, you’ll still be able to make money w... Continue Reading
Governor Hochul Passes Multiple Bills Supporting 9/11 Survivors, First Responders, And Their Families
A few days before the 21st anniversary of 9/11, Governor Kathy Hochul signed several bills supporting 9/11 survivors and their families. These laws address several provisions and delays in the Vict... Continue Reading
Can You Qualify For Workers’ Comp If You’re Self-Employed in New York?
In the event of an accident at work, many employees are comforted to know that their employer will provide workers’ compensation coverage to help them recover. But if you’re a sole proprietor... Continue Reading
How To Discredit An Unfavorable VA Exam
If you’re a veteran who applied for disability and your benefits were denied, your Compensation & Pension (C&P) medical exam results may have been the problem. Being denied the help y... Continue Reading
Military Retirees And Disabled Veterans Can Expect A Record Increase In Disability Pay In 2023
Starting in 2023, veterans can look forward to an increase in their disability payments for the second year in a row. As a result of rapid inflation and a revised Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), ... Continue Reading