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Alex Shulman
When a workplace injury occurs, the consequences can affect both your health and your ability to earn a living.
At Shulman & Hill, our hospital workers‘ compensation lawyers in Yonkers represent injured workers throughout New York and across Westchester County. Our legal team brings more than 200 years of combined experience advocating for workers whose injuries occurred while performing public service jobs.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with one of our Yonkers workers’ compensation lawyers.
Who Our Yonkers Hospital Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Represent
Hospitals rely on a wide range of professionals to care for patients and keep facilities operating safely. Most paid hospital employees are covered by New York workers’ compensation law when they are injured on the job.
Our Yonkers personal injury lawyers represent healthcare workers such as:
- Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses.
- Physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners.
- Certified nursing assistants and patient care technicians.
- Respiratory therapists and radiology technicians.
- Laboratory staff and phlebotomists.
- Surgical technicians and operating room personnel.
Hospital support teams also face workplace hazards. We assist environmental services staff, transporters, dietary workers, maintenance personnel, security officers, and administrative employees who suffer job-related injuries.
Coverage generally applies to full–time, part–time, per–diem, and union employees working in hospital systems throughout Yonkers.
Common Hospital Work Injuries
Hospital work often requires repetitive lifting, long shifts on your feet, and exposure to hazardous conditions. Even routine tasks can lead to serious injuries when performed repeatedly or under stressful circumstances.
Our Yonkers hospital workers’ compensation attorneys frequently assist with cases involving injuries such as the following:
- Back and shoulder injuries
- Slip and fall accidents
- Needlestick injuries and exposure to infectious materials
- Fractures or sprains caused by falls, lifting injuries, or patient handling incidents.
- Eye or skin injuries from disinfectants and chemicals
Healthcare workers may also experience occupational illnesses. Respiratory conditions, dermatitis, and infections linked to workplace exposure can qualify for workers’ compensation benefits when properly documented.
In certain situations, hospital employees may also experience psychological injuries. Traumatic incidents, workplace violence, or repeated exposure to stressful medical emergencies can contribute to conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits Available To Yonkers Hospital Staff
New York workers’ compensation provides medical care and wage replacement regardless of fault. If your injury is job‑related, you may access:
- All reasonable and necessary medical treatment with authorized providers.
- Temporary disability payments while you are out or on reduced duty.
- Reimbursement for medications, medical supplies, and mileage to treatment.
- Permanent disability awards, including schedule loss of use when it applies.
- Vocational rehabilitation and job placement assistance.
- Death benefits for eligible family members after a fatal work injury.
Lost wage benefits are generally calculated based on two-thirds of your average weekly wage multiplied by your degree of disability, subject to limits established by state law.
Permanent injuries may also lead to additional awards, including schedule loss of use benefits for certain body parts such as arms, legs, hands, or vision.
Deadlines and Workers’ Compensation Procedures in New York
Workers’ compensation claims in New York follow a formal process overseen by the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board. Protecting your right to benefits starts with timely reporting and proper documentation of the injury.
In most situations, an injured hospital employee must notify the employer within 30 days of the accident or within 30 days of learning that a medical condition is work-related. To formally pursue benefits, a worker must also file an Employee Claim form (C-3) with the Workers’ Compensation Board within two years of the injury or occupational illness.
Once a claim is opened, disputes about medical care, disability status, or wage calculations may lead to hearings before a Workers’ Compensation Law Judge. Our attorneys represent you during these proceedings and present the evidence needed to secure your benefits.
Help for Denied or Delayed Claims
Insurance carriers sometimes dispute workers’ compensation claims. Common reasons for denial include disagreements about whether the injury occurred at work, the severity of the disability, or the wages used to calculate benefits.
If your claim is denied or delayed, our attorneys gather additional medical evidence and present the case before the Workers’ Compensation Board. If necessary, we can also pursue further review through the Board Panel, Full Board, or appellate courts.
These steps can be important when insurers challenge legitimate claims.
Third-Party Injury Claims for Hospital Employees
Although workers’ compensation benefits generally prevent lawsuits against your employer, there are situations where another party may be responsible for your injury.
Examples include:
- Accidents involving defective medical equipment.
- Slip and fall incidents caused by outside contractors or vendors.
- Motor vehicle collisions during work-related travel.
When a third party contributed to the injury, a separate personal injury claim may allow recovery for damages not available through workers’ compensation, including pain and suffering.
Our hospital workers’ compensation attorneys in Yonkers evaluate each case to determine whether additional legal claims may exist.
Returning to Work After a Hospital Injury
Many hospitals offer modified or light–duty assignments to injured employees who are able to return to work with restrictions. Your doctor should document any physical limitations in writing before you resume job duties.
If your earnings are reduced while performing restricted work, workers’ compensation benefits may provide partial wage replacement.
New York law also prohibits employers from retaliating against workers for filing a workers’ compensation claim. Healthcare employees who belong to unions may also have additional protections through their collective bargaining agreements.
Speak With a Yonkers Hospital Workers’ Compensation Attorney Today
Hospital workers play an important role in protecting the health of the community. If you were injured while performing that work, we are here to help protect your rights and ensure you get the benefits you need.
At Shulman & Hill, we represent injured workers throughout Yonkers and Westchester County. Our firm has served more than 26,000 clients across New York, and we focus on helping working people secure the benefits they need after serious workplace injuries.
Contact us today for a free consultation. Our Yonkers hospital workers’ compensation lawyers are ready to review your situation and help you understand your legal options.