It can be difficult to decide how to proceed with a claim if you’ve never experienced it before. Figuring out how much your claim will cost and what to do if your employer denies your claim can seem overwhelming, and that’s why it’s important to take certain steps prior to meeting with your Workers’ Compensation […]
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The workers’ compensation process will vary depending on the employer and worker. However, there are seven key steps that take place, no matter the claim. Let’s go through each one to ensure you’re making the right strides toward getting the workers’ compensation you are entitled to. Breaking Down the Workers’ Compensation Process These seven steps […]
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If you’ve been injured at work and have filed a workers’ compensation claim, you may ask yourself, “Do I need to hire a worker’s compensation lawyer?” While some may think they can get by without an attorney, it’s always in your best interest to hire a workers’ compensation lawyer as soon as possible. Not only […]
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Did you know that you could receive a Workers’ Compensation medical “buyout”? That’s right. If you received a settlement by way of “Stipulations with Request for Award” or a “Findings and Awards” issued by a judge, a Workers’ Compensation insurance carrier may contact you about settling your case through a lump sum of money. To […]
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If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be wondering when you’ll receive your Workers’ Compensation settlement. This process can be frustrating, especially if you’ve been permanently disabled in a work-related accident. Before you settle on a payment, it’s important to educate yourself on your available options. Workers’ compensation benefits don’t last forever. So, […]
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Workers’ compensation can be a very complicated issue to sort out. There are a variety of different factors that come into play, and without the guidance of a legal professional, it can all be very confusing. We’re going to break down some of the basics to help you understand what injuries are eligible for workers […]
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If you suffered a work-related injury or illness, you deserve the chance to get as much out of your workers’ compensation benefits as you can. So, if you’re thinking about hiring a workers’ compensation lawyer, there are five benefits you need to know about before opting not to get an attorney. In this blog, we’ll […]
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In 2010, New York State Worker’s Compensation Board established a single standard of medical care treatment for injured workers under the New York State Medical Treatment Guidelines. To this day, these guidelines continue to evolve. With the most formalized and complex medical treatment process, New York State (NYS) has developed strong legislation and measures surrounding […]
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Working as a truck driver is not an easy task and comes with a variety of safety risks. Injury from lifting, or dropping a heavy load you were transporting, or getting into an accident on the road are just a few. There are several things that can go wrong on the job and if they […]
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Some level of job-related stress is normal and even expected. However, if a job leads to mental health issues like depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress, can those issues be covered under workers comp? Well, according to NYS Workers’ Compensation Laws, they might be. Jobs Causing The Most Stress As more and more members of our […]
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