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Dealing with a workplace injury can be overwhelming, and gathering information from witnesses may be the last thing on your mind. However, quickly obtaining witness statements is one of the most important things you can do to protect your rights and support your workers’ compensation claim in New York. Here, our attorneys at Nappa, Monterosso …

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If you’ve been injured on the job in New York, workers’ compensation provides medical care and wage replacement benefits while you’re recovering. Depending on the nature of your workplace injury, you may be eligible for temporary or permanent disability. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, our workers’ compensation lawyers help injured workers in the greater NYC …

Understanding Temporary Vs. Permanent Disability in Workers Compensation Claims Read More »

When you’re injured on the job, workers’ compensation is supposed to provide coverage for your medical expenses and wage replacement benefits. However, if you don’t have solid medical evidence to support your claim, it may be denied by your employer’s insurance company. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, our workers’ compensation lawyers in Staten Island …

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Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can provide vital support when an illness or injury leaves you unable to work. Unfortunately, mistakes during the application process can delay your claim or lead to an SSDI denial. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, our Social Security Disability lawyers help injured workers in the greater NYC area …

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When a serious illness or injury leaves you unable to work, the financial impact can be overwhelming. Regular living expenses don’t stop, and medical bills can pile up quickly. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides a vital safety net that can help you recover financially. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, our Social Security Disability …

How Social Security Disability Benefits Can Help You Recover Financially Read More »

Unlike many other states, New York requires most employers to provide disability coverage to employees who become disabled due to non-work-related injury or illness. At Nappa, Montresso & Poznansky, LLP, our disability lawyers and workers’ compensation attorneys are well-versed in the New York State Disability Benefits Law (DBL). For more than 30 years, we’ve helped …

How Does Short-Term Disability Work in New York? Read More »

Injured workers in the greater New York City area count on workers’ compensation benefits to cover medical expenses and lost wages while they recover. If you’re unsure of what to do if you’re workers’ compensation claim is denied, it’s important to understand that taking quick action is vital to protect your rights and get the …

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Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides financial assistance to millions of people who are unable to work because of a serious medical condition or injury. However, Social Security Disability laws and rules can be confusing, especially when it comes to working when receiving SSDI. If you’re worried about getting caught working on SSDI or have …

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Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is a complicated process that can be challenging to navigate. Once you’ve submitted your SSDI claim, there are several ways to check its status. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, our Social Security Disability lawyers in Staten Island can help you understand how the process works and …

How to Check the Status of an SSDI Claim in New York Read More »

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) offers a financial safety net for those who can’t work due to an illness or injury. Navigating the system can be a complex and frustrating process, but seeking legal assistance with applying for disability can help make it less stressful. Our experienced Social Security Disability lawyers at Nappa, Monterosso & …

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