This is a great question. Unfortunately the answer is "it depends". Commuting to work is generally NOT covered by workers compensation. However,...

In workers comp and my jobs layed off people.

Hello Flushing -- I am sorry to hear about both your accident and your termination. In short, you are still entitled to workers compensation...

Can I ask the comp board for a penalty if the insurance company doesn't fill a prescription

You can certainly ask the Board for a hearing and a ruling to direct payment of the prescription. As to a penalty, there are different penalties...

Can i get Dental Insurance with my Ead-Social Security?

While certain Medicare and Medicaid programs allow for some dental coverage, the fact of an EAD and a Social Security Number is usually not enough...

In NY, can workers comp benefit be reduced or denied ?

Technically - no - failure to use a safety device and termination will not affect your ability to obtain benefits. However, I have seen insurance...

If u r getting workers cop do u have to go to classes to help u find jobs ???

Mr. Feld is 100% accurate. It may seem crazy that even though you are significantly disabled that you have to look for work. However, the law has...

Workers Compensation Settlement

Hello Flushing - unfortunately there is no specific time frame that the WCB follows when scheduling hearings even though they are supposed to do...

Can my job let me go because I'm haven ankle surgery

Hello Rochester - definitely a lot of issues going on. As my colleagues have pointed out in New York there are limited job protections and some...

Workers Compensation IME

Mr. Villamer's answer is spot on. The most important issue for you will really be what wage benefits you already received since those will be...

I am going to settle for a lump sum award on my compensation claim ,can i change my mind at the court hearing? without any fear.

Hello Spring Valley -- the good news is that you can always withdraw from a settlement. As a client you have the ultimate right to decide. However,...

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