Grey & Grey Llp
Farmingdale, NY:
NYS Assembly Dems oppose proposed state workers' comp changes
State Assembly Democrats have come out strongly against proposed workers’ compensation rules that they believe are anti-worker.
Does Workers' Comp Cover Volunteers?
Workers’ compensation is for paid workers who contribute to the fund, so what happens when a volunteer gets hurt on the job-not-job? Who will pay for injury? We can’t all devote our lives to public service, which is why many...
Can I Get Workers' Comp for Anxiety and Emotional Distress?
You're stressed out and you can't deal with your job. In fact, it's the job that's causing your anxiety and emotional distress, or so you and your psychiatrist believe. You just cannot deal anymore. Does that mean you can...
What is workers’ comp?
Andy Crouppen explains what workers’ comp is and what all goes into getting it.
What is Considered a Workers’ Comp Injury?
If you were injured on the job, you might have questions regarding workers’ comp, including “what is considered a workers’ comp injury?”
What You Need to Know About Workers Comp for Self-Employed
A worker’s comp insurance should be provided to employees by their employers. It is mandated by law to give a just and fair compensation to all workers, especially if the work activities have corresponding physical risks. Today, we are going to debunk th
How to Find the Right Worker's Comp Lawyer for You
If you need help with a worker's compensation claim or want to appeal a denial of worker's compensation benefits, then you may need a worker's comp attorney. But how do you find the right one for you? Choosing the right...
What Do Workers' Comp Lawyers Do?
Most employees aren't looking to get hurt on the job, but sometimes, that's just what happens. Workplace accidents aren't the same, so how people become injured can vary. However, some common scenarios that cause injuries at work include but are not......
What Should I Do If My Employer Doesn’t Have Workers' Comp Insurance?
Most employers are legally required to have workers' comp insurance. But you have options if your employer doesn't have insurance, including filing a personal injury lawsuit or filing a claim with the state's uninsured employers fund.
Understanding Workers Comp Insurance and How It Affects Retired Employees
As employers, you are legally obligated to obtain Worker’s comp insurance policies for everyone who works for you. It gives the employer legal protection against lawsuits in case the employee incurs any injury in the workplace. It also allows the employee
Can a Previous Injury Affect a Workers Comp Claim?
What happens if you are injured on the job but already have a previous back injury? Workers compensation attorney Robert Martina explains what steps you need...
How much time do you have to file a worker's comp claim?
Some workplace injuries come with immediate pain and signs of injury, but others may take time before a person notices them. How long do you have to file a claim? Chron breaks down deadlines for
Basic Facts About Workers' Compensation Insurance
All states have enacted laws to protect workers from injuries on the job. Use these resources and tips to learn more about workers' compensation insurance.
Things Workers’ Comp Can Do While You Wait to Hire an Attorney
Sometimes injured employees wait to get an attorney for their workers’ comp case. “Waiting” is exactly what the insurance company wants you to do. Here are 3 shocking – yet perfectly legal – things the workers’ comp insurance company can do while you wait to hire an attorney…
How to Survive a Worker's Comp Claim
If you're getting ready to deal with a worker's compensation claim, read these tips on how you can survive -- whether you're an employee or employer.
How to Reduce Workers' Comp Costs
Take these steps before, during, and after claims are filed to reduce workers’ comp costs. Workers’ compensation costs keep rising. But fortunately, there are many measures your organization can take to reduce costs.Before a Claim Is Ever FiledTo reduce upfront spending on workers’ compensation: Implement an effective safety program. This reduces your workers’ comp costs …
Questions Asked Before Filing for Workers’ Comp
Workplace injuries are very common but that doesn’t make them any less stressful. If you were seriously hurt while on the job, you may be experiencing a wide
How to Use Surveillance to Prove Workers’ Comp Fraud
There are jurisdictions where workers comp is very employee-friendly, and it seems the employee can do no wrong. In the mind of a judge, it is the employee who suffered a great loss while working for your company. They are in daily pain because of injuries suffered on the job site. They are trying to make ends …
How Workers Comp Could Provide Financial Relief
Unfortunately, workers die more often than you might imagine while at work in the U.S. Read on to learn how loved ones can receive benefits after tragedy.
How Much Is My Worker’s Comp Case Worth?
One of the most frequent questions we receive from new clients is, “how much money is my case worth?” While there is no definitive answer that can be given at the beginning of your case, there are key factors that will be used to ultimately determine the value of your case. They include but are …
