Workers Compensation Lawyer in NY

Making a Compensation Claim in NY

Workers compensation is designed to assist workers who become injured or sick on the job. There are many statutory rules and regulations that a worker must follow to perfect a workers comp claim. A workers compensation lawyer in NY can assist with all aspects of your workers compensation claim and is a wise choice to minimize frustration and maximize the amount of recovery you may be entitled to receive.

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Process of filing a workers compensation claim

The process for filing generally is as follows: Typically, after an employee is injured or falls ill, the worker is required to give notice to the employer and file a workers compensation claim with the New York Workers Compensation Board (WCB). The WCB is the state agency that administers the workers' compensation system and claims.

In most worker compensation claims, the employer pays compensation to the injured worker, consisting of partial earnings replacement, medical bill expense, and vocational-rehabilitation services when appropriate. If the employer contests the claim, the WCB decides whether benefits are appropriate. At this stage, either party can request a hearing before a WCB referee and can be represented by an attorney.

When there is a disagreement with the decision of the WCB granting or denying benefits, the WCB has a process for review or appeal of the decision within the agency. If that decision is still not acceptable, it can be appealed to the New York state court system.

It is important to note that throughout the claims process steps must be followed properly and within the appropriate amount of time.

We can provide the support you need for your worker comp claim in New York

Many individuals who attempt to handle a NY worker comp claim on their own often experience delays or even denial of their claim. Our attorneys have the experience needed to navigate through the red tape associated with worker compensation claims in NY and the often complex worker comp appeals process.

Whether you suffered an on the job injury, or if the nature of your work leads to occupational diseases or injuries or even repetitive stress injuries, our skills handling your claim ensure the best possible results for your claim.

The social security disability lawyers at Klein Wagner and Morris LLP have proven results in all types of worker compensation cases. We can provide the type of effective representation you need in all hearings and appeals. Contact one of our four New York offices, or use our handy online form to tell us a little about your workers compensation legal issues.