[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/is-there-a-statute-of-limitations-on-claims-for-workplace-injuries-in-new-york\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/is-there-a-statute-of-limitations-on-claims-for-workplace-injuries-in-new-york\/","headline":"Is There a Statute of Limitations on Claims for Workplace Injuries in New York?","name":"Is There a Statute of Limitations on Claims for Workplace Injuries in New York?","description":"If you\u2019ve suffered workplace injuries in NYC, it\u2019s important to learn about the workers\u2019 compensation process and pursue benefits as soon as possible. Although the statute of limitations for workers\u2019 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 &hellip;<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/is-there-a-statute-of-limitations-on-claims-for-workplace-injuries-in-new-york\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Is There a Statute of Limitations on Claims for Workplace Injuries in New York?<\/span> Read More \u00bb<\/a><\/p>","datePublished":"2023-06-05","dateModified":"2023-06-28","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/author\/nmpsilaw1\/#Person","name":"Nappa, Monterosso &amp; Poznansky, LLP","url":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/author\/nmpsilaw1\/","identifier":5,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/67c5116577fa36d3b3d53ee734472f027052a59a1cb69c289dbc5eb4ceff4aa5?s=96&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/67c5116577fa36d3b3d53ee734472f027052a59a1cb69c289dbc5eb4ceff4aa5?s=96&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cropped-logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cropped-logo.png","width":486,"height":82}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/close-up-of-a-woman-with-a-bandaged-hand-filling-out-a-work-injury-claim-form.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/close-up-of-a-woman-with-a-bandaged-hand-filling-out-a-work-injury-claim-form.jpg","height":836,"width":1254},"url":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/is-there-a-statute-of-limitations-on-claims-for-workplace-injuries-in-new-york\/","about":["Blog"],"wordCount":742,"articleBody":"If you\u2019ve suffered workplace injuries in NYC, it\u2019s important to learn about the workers\u2019 compensation process and pursue benefits as soon as possible. Although the statute of limitations for workers\u2019 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 injury law firm on Staten Island, Nappa, Monterosso &amp; Poznansky, LLP, handles all types of cases for injured workers in the greater New York City area. We fight for employee rights and help you understand how statutes of limitations may affect your claim.You Must Report Your Workplace Injury to Your Employer Within 30 DaysNew York workers\u2019 compensation law requires employees to report work-related accidents, injuries, or illnesses within 30 days of an occurrence. Even if you don\u2019t believe you suffered a serious injury, you should always report a workplace accident to your employer as soon as possible.For example, if you fall at work and don\u2019t take time off but experience pain or other complications within a month or two, you would then have two years to file a workers\u2019 compensation claim as long as you reported the slip-and-fall accident to your employer. If you fail to provide notice to your employer within the subsequent 30-day period and then attempt to file a workers\u2019 compensation claim after two years, your claim likely will be denied. That\u2019s why it\u2019s a good idea to seek the counsel of an attorney as soon as you can after any workplace accident.Work-Related IllnessesConditions such as work-related repetitive stress injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome and occupational diseases like asbestosis can take years to develop and usually are not diagnosed right away. In these cases, you have up to two years from the date you knew or should have known your condition was due to the nature of your employment. If you\u2019re diagnosed with any condition that may be work-related, you should report it to your employer immediately and talk to a lawyer, even if you don\u2019t file a workers\u2019 compensation claim.Occupational Hearing Loss in New YorkHearing loss is one of the most common workplace injuries in the United States, and it often isn\u2019t apparent until after a worker has been removed from the harmful noise or situation. Workers must be removed from the harmful noise for 90 days before attempting to file a workers\u2019 compensation claim for occupational hearing loss. Removal can include leaving the job where the harmful noise occurred or wearing PPE that protects your hearing. If you believe you\u2019re suffering from occupational hearing loss you should contact a workers\u2019 compensation lawyer as soon as possible to know your rights.Job-Related Death BenefitsA statute of limitations also applies to families who have lost loved ones to workplace injuries. This means that the family or estate must file a claim for death benefits within two years of the worker\u2019s death. In cases involving occupational disease claims, it\u2019s vital to contact a workers\u2019 compensation lawyer as soon as possible following a loved one\u2019s work-related death.If another party or entity besides an employer was responsible for a fatality, a workers\u2019 compensation attorney may suggest you also consult with a personal injury lawyer to pursue a wrongful death claim.Don\u2019t Wait Until It\u2019s Too LateMinimizing workplace injuries and failing to report them to your employer in writing within 30 days can leave you stuck with stacks of medical bills and reduced wages from taking time off work. The New York workers\u2019 compensation system is complex and can be overwhelming. Seeking the assistance of an experienced workers\u2019 compensation lawyer to assist you with your claim can protect your employee rights and give you a better chance of obtaining the full amount of benefits and compensation you may be entitled to receive. If you\u2019ve already filed a claim that\u2019s been denied, a workplace injury lawyer can help you with an appeal.Contact Our Workers\u2019 Compensation Lawyers in NYCAt Nappa, Monterosso &amp; Poznansky, LLP, our team is committed to helping injured workers in the greater NYC area navigate the workers\u2019 compensation process. Attorney and partner Rolando Cubela is bilingual in Spanish and English and is dedicated to helping Spanish-speaking workers access quality legal representation. If you\u2019ve been hurt on the job, call us at 718-273-9000 or contact us to schedule a free consultation."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Is There a Statute of Limitations on Claims for Workplace Injuries in New York?","item":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/is-there-a-statute-of-limitations-on-claims-for-workplace-injuries-in-new-york\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]