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If you have been injured on the job, workers’ compensation can provide you with the coverage you need to get back on your feet and get your life back on track. Obtaining the compensation to which you are entitled, however, can be challenging, which makes consulting with a Westchester workers’ compensation lawyer early in the process to your advantage.
Workers’ compensation is no-fault insurance coverage that nearly every employer in New York is required to carry on their employees. Workers’ compensation is intended to strike a balance between the rights of employers and their employees, including the following basics:
Workers’ comp covers employees’ losses in terms of a specific percentage of their average earnings over the previous year and their injury-related or illness-related medical expenses that are deemed necessary and that are provided by healthcare professionals who are authorized by the Workers’ Compensation Board.
Because all businesses in New York are required to carry workers’ compensation on all their employees, anyone who has an employer is covered. This blanket rule includes employees who work only part-time and employees who are family members. To obtain business permits, businesses are required to have proof of coverage, and exemptions from this requirement are exceptionally rare. In other words, if you are injured on the job – and you are not self-employed – you are almost certainly eligible for workers’ compensation coverage.
While anyone can be injured on the job, some of the workers who are most likely to bring workers’ compensation claims include:
Regardless of the kind of work you do – if you’re injured at work – don’t delay consulting with a practiced workers’ compensation attorney near you.
If an accident on the job leaves you injured, you are covered by workers’ compensation, but it is important to understand that the path forward is likely to be challenging and that the process is both complicated and exacting. The basic steps include:
From here, your employer will report your injury to the company’s workers’ compensation insurance provider, and you will receive a written statement of rights from the insurance company. Any hitch in the process along the way can lead to delays or denials, and working closely with a Westchester workers’ compensation lawyer from the start is well advised.
Having a dedicated workers’ compensation lawyer in your corner can mean the difference between obtaining the compensation to which you are entitled and not doing so. Our seasoned Westchester workers’ compensation attorneys are well prepared to skillfully advocate for your legal rights – in pursuit of your rightful compensation. Your claim is important, so please do not wait to reach out and contact or call us to schedule your free consultation today.
New York Workers Comp Lawyers & Social Security Disability Attorneys
Our legal team has a detailed knowledge of New York workers’ compensation and Social Security disability law, including a unique perspective gained from our founder’s past experience serving as defense counsel for dozens of workers’ compensation insurance firms. You can rest easy knowing that we have the skills necessary to handle your claim.
Our firm’s reputation is unparalleled throughout the Big Apple. When you choose to work with us, you’re getting the benefit of respected representation from one of the leading workers’ compensation and Social Security disability firms in the state.
At O’Connor Law, we understand how vital our work is to your future. We’re committed to fighting for your right to benefits while providing you with the support you need to navigate this difficult time in your life. You will always feel like you are our top priority.
We’re compassionate and empathetic, but far from being a pushover. We’re an iron fist in a velvet glove and will aggressively advocate for your interests—even if that means litigation is necessary to protect your right to benefits.
Mary Ellen O’Connor took my case because she cares about those who need professional attorneys to help with Workman’s Comp. As a retired Broadway performer, I struggled with many injuries that still hinder my quality of life. She and her team are fabulous to ...
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The legal services of O'Connor Law PLLC exceeded my expectations. Vanessa Noel and John Talbot were very professional and kept in daily contact with me while my court appearance approached. There were no surprises or delays, and I highly recommended them ...
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Get back to normal and living your life Working compensation law does not require you to have an attorney on your side, but it is in the best interest of your claim and your recovery to do so. A worker’s compensation attorney can help in all the following ways:
The good news is that you can afford an experienced work injury lawyer near you. Most reputable workers’ comp attorneys in New York work on contingency, which means that they don’t get paid until their clients’ claims settle. If your claim settles, your work comp attorney will receive a prearranged percentage of the amount, but if it doesn’t, you won’t owe anything.
