Construction is the backbone of New York City, shaping the skyline and creating safe spaces for families, businesses, and communities. This vital work also carries serious risks, especially for those who spend their days on scaffolds, ladders, and steel beams. When safety systems fail, the consequences can be devastating. If you are injured in a […]

In general, you can’t receive New York workers’ compensation benefits for injuries that occur during your normal commute. However, exceptions apply in limited circumstances. This area of the law can be complicated. Shulman & Hill can evaluate your unique case and help you understand if workers’ comp covers your commute in New York. Understanding New

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 workers’

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 able

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 or

Workplace injuries can raise many questions. One of the most important is, “Will I still receive workers’ compensation benefits when I return to work?” In many scenarios, the answer is yes. You can return to work and still receive the medical treatment and benefits associated with your claim. You may still be entitled to monetary