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How a Staten Island Social Security Disability Lawyer Can Help You Navigate Your SSDI Claim

From gathering extensive medical evidence to navigating the appeals process, applying for SSDI can be daunting. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, our Social Security Disability lawyers in Staten Island have helped thousands of workers in the greater NYC area successfully navigate the SSDI claims process. Here, our experienced attorneys explain Social Security Disability requirements …

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How to Prove Employer Retaliation After a Workers’ Compensation Claim in NY

Being hurt on the job is stressful enough without the fear of workers’ compensation retaliation by your employer. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, our workers’ compensation lawyers have fought for the rights of injured workers in the greater New York City area for more than 30 years and have seen too many cases where …

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How to Avoid Common Pitfalls in Occupational Disease Claims in New York

Occupational diseases often develop over time, which can make them more challenging to detect and diagnose than other types of workplace injuries. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, our occupational disease lawyers in Staten Island understand that a delayed or denied workers’ compensation claim can have a serious impact on your health and financial security. …

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Documents to Bring to a Consultation with Your SSDI Attorney in New York

Navigating a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim can be overwhelming and frustrating. Whether you’ve already scheduled a consultation with an SSDI lawyer or you’re just thinking about it, it’s vital to gather information that can help them thoroughly evaluate your case. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, our Social Security Disability attorneys in Staten …

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Can You Reopen a Workers’ Compensation Case in New York?

If your workers’ compensation case is closed, you may assume that your chance of obtaining benefits is gone for good. However, this is not always true and in many situations, reopening a workers’ compensation case is worth the effort. Here, our workers’ compensation lawyers at Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, explain the reasons why a …

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What Are the Chances of Winning a Workers’ Compensation Appeal in NY?

If you’ve suffered an on-the-job injury and your workers’ compensation claim is denied, you may be frustrated and unsure of what to do next. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, our Staten Island workers’ compensation lawyers are dedicated to helping workers in the greater New York City get the full amount of benefits they’re entitled …

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Why Witnesses Are Vital for Your Workers Compensation Claim

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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Understanding Temporary Vs. Permanent Disability in Workers Compensation Claims

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 …

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The Role of Medical Evidence in Workers’ Compensation Claims

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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