How do you file an appeal on a Workers Comp decision? What is the time limit?

Dear Madam or Sir in Buffalo: Firstly, 85% is usually considered a "win"; have you spoken to your attorney about the possibility of extending...

I just went to a compensation hearing and they raised my weekly pay

Dear Madam or Sir in Brooklyn: Well, you didn't ask a question; let's see if that stops me from giving an answer. If your accident is near...

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I am receiving Workers comp., soon I will turn 65?Can I collect both.

Dear Madam or Sir in Kings County: Yes, you can collect WC payments and Social Security (you hadn't asked, but I also guess things). Good...

What would happen at a workers compensation for schedule loss of use award?

Dear Madam or Sir near McLean Avenue: It does not sound as if you are getting a Schedule award, but are headed for a Permanent Partial Disability...

A Mobil Crisis Unit worker from Suffolk County NY came to my home and spoke to me regarding untruths of slander spoken about me?

Dear Madam or Sir in West Islip: I am not hearing anything about an accident on the job; I am transferring your question hopefully to find...

How long is the statute of limitations for filing a Workers Compensation Claim in NYC?

Dear Madam or Sir in Brooklyn: You have two years to file a claim. If you were paid while out and your Employer knew about the accident or they...

What is my rating for impairment to the left hand is 5% and impairment on the right hand is 6%?

Dear Madam or Sir in Jamaica: 100% of the Hand is worth 244 weeks. Based on what you have said, multiply 244 by the per cent and you will find...

Dear Madam or Sir: You cannot sue your Employer. If the tractor/trailer was owned and maintained by someone else, you may want to speak with a...

Is this discrimination?

Dear Madam or Sir: This is not concerning an injury at work; I will try to place you with different attorneys. However, I don't see any...

Worker compensation issue?

Dear Madam or Sir in Jamaica: When you get an attorney, he cannot charge you; any fee is requested at a Hearing only if a money award is going...