Yes, but as you may expect, it’s complicated. New York, like most other states, has an exclusive remedy law. This law states that in most cases, injured workers must file…
Category Archives: Workers Compensation
An injury or illness that was incurred while on the job qualifies you to file a workers compensation claim which will require your employer to provide you with financial support and medical benefits during the time it takes you to recover from your work-related injury / illness.
Over the years, workers’ compensation benefits have declined significantly, mostly because insurance premiums have declined significantly. Less money in the system means it’s very difficult for an injured worker to…
By the 1870s, railroad construction was in full swing, with approximately 170,000 miles of track being laid between 1871 and 1900. Much of this growth was related to transcontinental railroads….
It’s a common question – and the answer is maybe. While there are no hard and fast rules, there are some general principles that may apply in your situation. If…
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is already in the planning stages for the next heatwave, usually occurring in late July or early August. The new heat-protection policy, announced…
Ensuring the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is one of the best ways employers can improve safety and reduce the risk of construction-related accidents. It’s a lot like…
Selecting the right construction accident attorney is one of the most important decisions you’ll make over the course of a personal injury lawsuit. The right attorney can mean the difference…
If you’re injured at your workplace, you have several options available to obtain compensation. In the best case, that’s as simple as notifying your employer and applying for coverage…
Workers’ compensation is a “no-fault” form of insurance. That means that, with few exceptions, a worker’s injuries are covered regardless of who caused the accident that led to them. Still,…
If you experience an injury or illness at your workplace or as a result of your work, you’re entitled to make a work accident claim under workers’ compensation insurance….