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Shulman & Hill Secures $1.6 Million Settlement for Injured Union Bus Driver in Ice Slip-and-Fall Case
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Shulman & Hill is proud to announce a $1.6 million settlement on behalf of a 53-year-old union bus driver who suffered serious, life-altering injuries after a slip-and-fall accident at a bus depot. This result underscores our unwavering commitment to securing justice for injured New Yorkers and holding negligent parties accountable. The incident occurred on
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Can an Employer Deny Workers’ Comp?
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Yes, employers are allowed to deny workers’ compensation claims in some circumstances. However, they cannot do it without a good reason. Even if your company puts forth a justifiable explanation for rejecting your workers’ comp claim, you can still pursue the claim and have a judge make a determination on your entitlement to benefits.
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What Is MMI in Workers’ Comp?
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Maximum medical improvement (MMI) is the point where you’ve recovered from your condition as much as can be reasonably expected and further improvement is unlikely with additional treatment. It’s a medical determination that your healthcare providers may make when treating your work-related injury or illness. MMI can affect both the value of your NYC
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How Long Does Workers’ Comp Last in New York?
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How long does workers’ compensation last in New York? The answer is, it depends. For example, the type of injury, whether you are able to return to work, the severity of your injury, and various other factors are all considered with regard to the duration of your benefits.  For serious injuries, you may be
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Shulman & Hill Injury Lawyers Secures $5.1 Million Settlement for Client Injured in Multi-Vehicle Collision on the Verrazano Bridge
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At Shulman & Hill, we are proud to stand with New Yorkers through every challenge. Recently, Senior Associate Attorney Michael Zogala at our firm secured a $5.1 million settlement for a client injured in a serious three-vehicle rear-end collision that occurred in 2021 — a case that underscores our dedication to fighting for the
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New York Motorcycle Helmet Law
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New York has some of the toughest helmet laws in the country, requiring all motorcyclists to wear approved protective gear or risk fines and potential liability after an accident. Understanding these laws isn’t just about avoiding tickets—it can impact your safety, insurance claims, and legal rights. The motorcycle accident attorneys at Shulman & Hill
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Can You Lose Your Job While on Workers’ Compensation?
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Can I lose my job while on workers’ compensation? In New York, employers cannot fire you for filing workers’ compensation. However, employers are not required to hold your job open and can terminate your employment for other reasons. New York is an at-will employment state, meaning your employer can terminate you for any reason
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