If you’re hurt at work or become ill as a result of your job, workers’ compensation may pay for your medical bills and a portion of wage loss. It’s important to know exactly what type of benefits you’re entitled to receive. Our workers’ compensation lawyers at Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, help injured workers in …
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Most employers in New York are required by law to carry workers’ compensation insurance, which covers medical bills and wage loss for those who’ve been hurt on the job. But what happens when your employer doesn’t have workers’ compensation insurance or a self-insured program? If you’re an injured worker who’s worried about how you’ll pay …
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If you’ve suffered workplace injuries in NYC, it’s important to learn about the workers’ compensation process and pursue benefits as soon as possible. Although the statute of limitations for workers’ compensation claims is two years in New York, different time limits may apply in cases involving occupational diseases and other circumstances. As the largest workplace …
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If you’ve been injured on the job, you may wonder how you’ll make ends meet and pay for a workers’ compensation attorney. The Greater NYC area and the State of New York have strict rules for how much and when workers’ compensation lawyers are paid, and the system is set up so that practically any …
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Losing a loved one is a painful experience that can also have a devastating financial impact on families. If you’ve lost someone you love due to a work-related injury or occupational disease, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation death benefits in New York. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, our compassionate workers’ compensation lawyers help …
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Many workers heal quickly and return to work as soon as they can, but some conditions require a longer recovery period. If your employer and their insurer are pressuring you to return to work against your doctor’s advice, it’s important to understand that certain employee rights in New York are designed to protect your interests. …
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Dealing with stress is a common issue workers in New York and around the world face every day. Although being stressed at work is sometimes inevitable, if your job causes mental health issues like anxiety, depression, or PTSD, your employer’s workers’ comp insurance may cover medical treatment and wage loss. Our workers’ compensation lawyers at …
Does Workers’ Compensation Insurance Cover Mental Health Issues in New York? Read More »
Some professions leave people more susceptible to accidents and injuries than others. For example, there are several industries where a worker may be more likely to develop a repetitive stress injury. The personal injury lawyers at Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, have more than 30 years of combined experience serving clients in the greater NYC …
Work is central to your life, and getting sick on the job can have serious repercussions. If you have experienced an occupational illness, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Navigating these benefits can be challenging, so hiring a workers’ compensation lawyer can be an immense help. Learn more about occupational illnesses and …
Finding a trustworthy lawyer to take on your disability claim can be daunting on top of dealing with the other effects of your accident or injury. However, there are steps you can take when researching lawyers to figure out which one will be best for your needs. The disability lawyers at Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, …
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