Accident and Injury Law Blog

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

A pre-existing condition in a workers’ compensation claim is an illness, injury, or health condition that predates your work-related accident. When a workplace injury aggravates a pre-existing condition to the extent that it prevents you from working at full capacity, you may be entitled to the same workers’ compensation benefits you could receive if

Workers’ compensation covers medically necessary prescription medications for work-related injuries. The New York Medication Formulary provides an extensive list of drugs a doctor can prescribe for injuries and illnesses based on which body part is affected. Unlisted medications may also be covered if your doctor obtains pre-authorization. If workers’ compensation refuses to cover the

You may wonder whether workplace violence is covered by workers’ compensation. Regardless of fault, New York law makes workers’ compensation benefits available when an injury arises during employment. Your right to benefits is the same whether you were assaulted by a co-worker, customer, vendor, or supervisor. In some cases, you may also be entitled

Medical records are the foundation of a workers’ comp claim. Before your benefits can begin, an authorized provider must examine you and submit a report to your employer’s insurance carrier verifying your injuries. The duration of your benefits hinges on the doctor’s reports. To protect your claim, seek medical care immediately, follow your treatment

Workers’ compensation aims to ensure injured workers receive necessary medical care and financial support until they can return to work. However, workers’ comp does not pay for pain and suffering damages, which are only available through a fault-based personal injury claim. Injured employees typically cannot sue employers covered by workers’ comp. Despite these obstacles,

At Shulman & Hill, we understand that navigating the New York workers’ comp process can be overwhelming for injured workers. It involves meeting strict deadlines, completing detailed forms, cooperating with investigations, and dealing with potential claim denials and appeals. Without proper guidance, injured workers may struggle to access the benefits they are entitled to.