Accident and Injury Law Blog

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

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

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