Personal Injury & Worker's Compensation Blog

Do I Have to be a U.S. Citizen to Receive Workers’ Compensation?

May. 7, 2024
SHULMAN & HILL

If you’re an immigrant worker who has been injured on the job in New York City, you may ask, “Do I have to be a U.S. citizen to receive workers’ compensation?” No, you do not have to be a U.S. citizen—or even a permanent resident—to be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. A common misconception

How to Calculate Pain and Suffering

Jul. 20, 2023
SHULMAN & HILL

You can calculate pain and suffering by working with a qualified personal injury lawyer. Pain and suffering is one of several recoverable non-economic damages in a personal injury case. Because losses like these do not come with receipts or monetary value, it can be difficult to calculate them on your own. Your personal injury

How Can I Pay My Medical Bills Before I Receive My Insurance Settlement?

May. 1, 2023
SHULMAN & HILL

You can pay your medical bills before you receive your insurance settlement by: Finding out if your healthcare provider will delay charging for treatment until the insurer agrees to cover it Filing for workers’ compensation benefits, if the injury occurred at work Finding out if your healthcare provider offers financial assistance or other forms

Dealing With Insurance Adjusters After Your Accident

May. 1, 2023
SHULMAN & HILL

Dealing with insurance adjusters after your accident can be confusing and frustrating. When you are injured and trying to recover, it can be especially overwhelming. Insurance adjusters have one goal: to save the insurance company money. They can use whatever you say against you to fit their bottom line. A personal injury lawyer is

Compensation for Pain and Suffering in Personal Injury Cases

May. 1, 2023
SHULMAN & HILL

Whether you have been injured on a construction site, in a car accident, or during a slip and fall, physical injuries are likely not the only harm you suffered. For many accident victims, physical injuries and the financial losses from those injuries are only the start of their concerns. The intangible effects of the

What Happens After Deposition in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

Apr. 18, 2023
SHULMAN & HILL

After deposition, the parties in a personal injury lawsuit typically begin the negotiation process. This is the process during which the parties make offers and counter offers regarding the payout to the injured person. If the case is not settled and it goes to trial, information from the deposition may be brought up during

Punitive Damages in New York Personal Injury Cases

Apr. 18, 2023
SHULMAN & HILL

In a New York personal injury case, damages may be awarded for the victim’s economic and non-economic losses, such as medical expenses and pain and suffering. However, in rare cases, punitive damages may be awarded. Punitive damages are disciplinary in nature. The purpose of punitive damages is to punish the at-fault party for their

What Information to Exchange After a Car Accident

Apr. 10, 2023
SHULMAN & HILL

The moments after a car accident are disorienting and stressful. In addition to seeking medical care, the most important step you can take after a car accident is exchanging information with the other driver, which is required by law. Doing so can make your insurance claims go more smoothly and help you avoid unnecessary

What Questions You Should Ask Witnesses at the Scene of an Accident

Apr. 10, 2023
SHULMAN & HILL

If you’re ever in a crash, talking to witnesses can make a difference in your car insurance claim and help you hold the at-fault party accountable. If you feel unsure and uncomfortable approaching a stranger for information, below are questions you should ask witnesses at the scene of an accident. What Did You See

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