Personal Injury & Worker's Compensation Blog

Do You Have to Pay Back Workers’ Comp in New York?

Oct. 28, 2024
SHULMAN & HILL

Workers’ compensation is a valuable resource for employees injured on the job. This no-fault insurance program is meant to provide income and other benefits until you recover enough to return to work. Employers are responsible for paying workers’ comp premiums, and the law prohibits them from deducting premiums from employee pay. New York employees

How To Fill Out a Workers’ Compensation C-3 Form

Oct. 25, 2024
SHULMAN & HILL

Before you can receive workers’ compensation benefits in New York, you must complete the Employee Claim form, also known as the C-3 form. This step is separate from notifying your employer about your injury. The C-3 form is a claim for workers’ compensation benefits that you send directly to the New York Workers’ Compensation

How Much Does Workers’ Compensation Pay in NY?

Oct. 25, 2024
SHULMAN & HILL

Workers’ compensation in New York generally pays totally disabled workers up to two-thirds of their average weekly wages before their injury, capped by the state-imposed maximum.  As of July 1, 2024, the maximum disability payment is $1,171.46 per week. The minimum workers’ compensation payment in 2024 is $275 per week. On January 1, 2025,

Does Workers’ Compensation Affect Future Employment?

Oct. 25, 2024
SHULMAN & HILL

Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance employers must procure to cover employees’ workplace injuries or illnesses. It can be a crucial resource for financial support to employees who cannot work because of their injuries. Workers often worry about the potential implications of receiving workers’ compensation benefits on their employment. So, does workers’ compensation

Workers’ Compensation Coverage for Long-Term Illnesses and Permanent Damage

Oct. 25, 2024
SHULMAN & HILL

Workers’ compensation pays permanent impairment benefits to workers with illnesses and permanent physical disabilities attributable to employment. A qualifying condition must prevent you from working or earning at the same level as before symptoms emerged. You may be eligible for permanent impairment benefits if you have mesothelioma, carpal tunnel syndrome, hearing loss, permanent back

How Can I Appeal a New York Workers’ Compensation Decision?

Oct. 24, 2024
SHULMAN & HILL

A claim denial can be frustrating and stressful when a workplace injury keeps you from working. We can help no matter where you are in the claims process. If you have not yet filed your initial claim, contact Shulman & Hill today. If your claim was denied, it may not be too late to

What To Know About Workers’ Comp Insurance Companies

Sep. 3, 2024
SHULMAN & HILL

If you’ve filed a workers’ compensation claim after an injury, you’ll have to deal with your employer’s insurer. Initially, the workers’ comp insurer might seem like an unbiased third party assessing your case. However, it’s important to remember that insurance companies often prioritize their interests over yours. Their primary goal is to minimize payouts,

Who Is Exempt from Workers’ Compensation in New York?

Sep. 3, 2024
SHULMAN & HILL

If you’re employed in New York and are injured on the job, you are likely entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, whether you’re a construction worker, first responder, or a correction officer. However, if you work in an exempt trade or profession, you may have to consider alternatives to workers’ comp benefits after a workplace

Can You Still Get Workers’ Compensation if You Go Back to Work?

Aug. 29, 2024
SHULMAN & HILL

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

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