The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a federal law that required the creation of national standards to protect sensitive patient health information from being disclosed without the patient’s consent or knowledge. The HIPAA Enforcement Rule and Breach Rule establishes regulations on how HHS may determine liability. This is all done in an […]
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In light of many events over the past few months such as Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, we want to bring to light the stress our first responders endure and whether or not the stress qualifies them for workers’ compensation. The 2017-2018 executive budget (Part NNN of Chapter 59, Laws of 2017) was made effective […]
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Last updated on March 1, 2020 Traditionally speaking, occupational diseases are defined as ailments, or illnesses, that have been contracted due to a particular type of work, or work place environment. Employees who have contracted an illness due to their job are not restricted from filing for workers’ compensation claim. Much like workers’ comp cases […]
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Workers’ Compensation is a serious and important matter and it is equally as important to understand that not everyone is subject to coverage. We’ve gathered a list of those who are not covered by workers’ comp in order to help you determine which category you fall into. Nonprofit Organization Volunteers: Individuals who volunteer their services […]
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Life takes us in a lot of different directions and sometimes that means an out of state move to live with family or other parts of the country. While moving is stressful enough, the added stress for those collecting worker’s compensation benefits can be much higher. If you have been injured on the job and […]
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Effective as of April 10, 2017 the 2017-2018 executive budget (Part NNN of Chapter 59, Laws of 2017) was passed by the New York State Senate. Included are workers’ compensation reforms meant to create savings for employers while providing better protection for injured workers. Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) The 2017-2018 Executive Budget amends Workers’ Compensation […]
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In 2007 a maximum benefit cap of up to 10 years for permanent partial disability (PPD) classification under Workers’ Compensation Law had been made effective. As of April 10th, 2017, the benefit cap has since been changed, making it imperative that you know your rights with regards to your benefits . Amendments have been put […]
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On-the-job injuries are a common occurrence, knowing your rights regarding workers’ compensation and your current benefits are essential. The attorneys of Erwin, McCane & Daly have the resources and answers you are looking for. If you, or someone you know, are receiving state benefits and are expecting to receive a workers’ compensation settlement, Medicaid will […]
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The lawyers of the firm Erwin, McCane & Daly decided more than 20 years ago to represent individuals, never companies, which is still true to this day. With the commitment made, we have extensive experience in New York workers’ compensation and federal Social Security Disability claims representing disabled and injured individuals. This allows the practice […]
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Filing a workers’ compensation claim can be a daunting task, and that’s why we’re here to help as your workers’ compensation attorneys. Did you know that there’s another key member in your case? A workers’ compensation doctor is crucial to any workers’ compensation claim. Workers’ compensation doctors not only provide treatment for your injury, they […]
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