Getting hurt on the job can leave you uncertain about the future, and dealing with a workers’ compensation claim can add to your stress. At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, our workers’ compensation lawyers in Staten Island can help you understand your rights and secure the maximum benefits you’re entitled to receive. We’ve served clients in the greater NYC area for more than 30 years and are dedicated to making things right for injured workers and their families. Here, we explain how our experienced attorneys can help you navigate the New York workers’ compensation system and work toward the best possible outcome for your case.
What is Workers’ Compensation?
In New York, workers’ compensation provides medical care and wage replacement benefits to employees who are injured at work or suffer from an occupational disease. Although workers’ compensation is intended to be a safety net for injured workers, employers and their insurance companies often fight to deny, delay, or minimize claims, which makes it challenging to get the full amount of benefits you need and deserve. A knowledgeable, tenacious workers’ compensation attorney can combat their tactics, protect your rights, and pursue all the benefits you’re entitled to receive.
Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits in New York
It’s important to understand what types of benefits are available under New York workers’ compensation law. If you’re hurt at work or you’re dealing with an occupational illness, workers’ compensation may cover:
- Medical treatment for your injury or illness
- Wage replacement benefits for lost time from work
- Temporary disability benefits
- Permanent disability benefits if your work injury results in a long-term impairment
- Vocational rehabilitation or retraining if needed
- Death benefits for surviving family members of deceased workers
Depending on the circumstances and how your injury is classified in New York, the amount and duration of workers’ compensation benefits can vary widely. Our work injury lawyers can evaluate your case and determine which types of benefits you’re eligible for and how long you can expect to receive them.
Common Problems Injured Workers Face When Filing a Claim
Unfortunately, many injured workers who try to handle claims on their own encounter roadblocks that have a negative impact on their case. Some common mistakes and issues that can arise include:
- Failing to inform an employer of your injury in a timely manner
- Inaccurate or incomplete claim forms
- Delays in medical treatment authorization
- Insurance company disputes over the severity of an injury or whether it is work related
- Underpayment or termination of benefits
- Denied claims
- Being pressured to return to work too soon
- Unsuccessful workers’ compensation appeals
These issues can seriously affect your health and your family’s financial stability. Our compassionate, experienced workers’ compensation lawyers in Staten Island are familiar with the ins and outs of the workers’ compensation system and local courts in the greater NYC area. We can help you avoid these pitfalls and provide tenacious legal representation if any problems arise.
How a New York Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Can Help
Our compassionate team knows that you work hard for your money. Small mistakes shouldn’t keep you from getting the full amount of workers’ compensation benefits you need in a reasonable amount of time. We help you gather medical documentation and other evidence and ensure your workers’ compensation claim is accurately completed and submitted according to the strict deadlines set by the State of New York. Our Staten Island workers’ compensation attorneys work closely with your doctors to provide strong medical evidence that supports your case.
Dealing with Insurers
It’s also important to understand that insurance companies don’t have your best interests in mind and you may have to push hard to get full and fair workers’ compensation benefits. Our workplace injury lawyers handle all negotiations with insurance companies and won’t back down in our pursuit to maximize your benefits and hold insurers accountable.
Accurate Valuation of Your Workers’ Compensation Claim
When determining the value of your workers’ compensation claim, we consider all relevant factors to come up with an accurate number. This includes the extent of your injury or illness, how it is rated, whether it impacts your earning potential, any future medical needs, and the amount of wage replacement or disability benefits you may be eligible to receive.
Representing You in Appeals
From Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) reviews and appeal hearings to taking your case to the appellate court, if your workers’ compensation benefits are denied or reduced, we fight for a better outcome. We’ve helped injured workers navigate the system for more than three decades, and know how to meet tight deadlines, gather relevant evidence, prepare you for your hearing, and present compelling arguments that support your claim.
Why Choose Us?
Our team understands that workers’ compensation law is complex, and each case is unique. Injured workers often come to us frustrated and wondering what they can do about delays, denials, or underpayments. We’ve helped thousands of clients in Staten Island and the greater New York City area get the benefits they deserve.
Familiarity with the WCB, local judges, and medical providers help our workers’ compensation attorneys navigate the system effectively. As the largest workers’ compensation law firm in Staten Island, we’re invested in our community and believe everyone deserves quality legal representation. Bilingual attorney and Partner Rolando Cubela assists our Spanish-speaking clients through every step of the process and fights to secure the maximum workers’ compensation benefits they deserve.
No Fees Unless You Win
Unfortunately, lots of people think that they can’t afford to hire a workers’ compensation lawyer, which is simply not the case. Your initial consultation is always free, and we only get paid if we win your case. You won’t pay any up-front costs and our attorneys’ fees are paid directly from your workers’ compensation settlement or award.
If you’ve been hurt at work, you don’t have to go it alone. Let our experienced Staten Island workers’ compensation attorneys guide you through the process, fight for your rights, and enable you to focus on what matters most— healing and moving on from this challenging time.
Contact Our Workers’ Compensation Attorneys to Learn More
If you or a loved one needs help with a workers’ compensation claim or appeal, the team at Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, is here to take the weight off your shoulders. To schedule a free consultation with a workers’ injury lawyer in the greater New York City area, call 718-273-9000 or contact us today.