In New York State if you need a home health aide due to your injury your doctor must seek prior authorization. The doctor must use the proper state...

As noted by Mr. Francy you should contact a lawyer in New York that focuses its practice on Worker's Compensation. Your employer may or may not...

Should I seek legal representation after falling down stairs while working?

As the gentlemen above have noted it is best to seek out legal representation. In NY attorneys work on a contingency fee so you will have no...

Can i face serious problems for collecting unemployment and workers comp?

I would suggest if you do not have an attorney you seek one out for your Workers Compensation. As noted above there are certain circumstances that...

In NY, is there a document I can sign that states my employer is NOT legally responsible if I get injured on the job?

You cannot waive or contract away your rights to Worker’s Compensation in NY.

It would seem you did not attend a hearing. The law judge ruled the insurance carrier does not have to pay the medical bills that were submitted to...

What is the penalty for collecting unemployment, while collecting workers comp, disability insurance, and working part time?

You have a complicated issue. While under certain circumstances you may be allowed to receive other benefits or even work part-time and still...

Hi can someone apply for unemployment benefits in New York city if they leave their job due to medical reasons

Unemployment is available for workers who are laid off from their job. It does not sound like he was laid off. NY has short term disability that he...

Can I file a workers compensation injury law suit against the City of NY for getting Prostate Cancer as an employee?

You may not sue your employer in NY state however you may file a claim for worker's compensation benefits. In order to do so, you will need medical...

Do I need a workers comp lawyer? Even if my claim has been accepted and I’m receiving ttd benefits already?

The insurance company has multiple attorneys representing it. If they are willing to forgo payment of medical professionals for services rendered...