Is major depression a workers comp or disability issue and where can I go for advice?

Mental stress and depression are accepted as compensable workers' compensation claims in New York State. However, the claims are not easy to...

How can WC require meto look for job if drs say 100%

In general terms, if you have a partial disability, you are required to look for work within your restrictions, or risk a suspension of your...

I get workers comp but they take out for childsupport they take out $17 every two weeks.today I got my award from workers comp

Child support does constitute a lien on workers' compensation benefits. Usually, the insurance carrier deducts the appropriate amount and sends the...

HI!! Have 2 cases going on simultaneously, neither related to the other. Overtime wage case and workers compensation. Both

As noted by others, there really is no set time frame. With that being said, you should contact your attorney and try to obtain an explanation for...

Worker compensation related question: I have a case in which I filed somewhat late..But I was injured at work a year ago

If you have not received any type of monetary payment, your case may be controverted (disputed) by the insurance carrier. This could be due to the...

How long does it usally take an employer and their attorney to get compromise settlement documents ready?

As noted by others, the settlement paperwork is typically prepared by the insurance carrier's attorneys. Even if the agreement is fairly simple,...

Good day! I have a workers compensation related question.. I have a case in process, and hired a firm this past March

You are entitled to combine the two jobs together and arrive at a higher average weekly wage figure. This is important, as the higher the wage,...

Can I sue my comp attorney and/or have a malpractice claim

Although there may have been a delay in pursuing the neck as a part of your claim, your attorney was correct when he advised that medical evidence...

I need to know where can I get a lawyer that wont need money unless we win on getting fired for no just cause 12yr in roch ny

If this is a workers' comp injury, you don't need to pay an attorney up front. Rather, a workers' compensation attorney is only paid if you...

Your lawyer has likely given an accurate estimate. The paperwork is submitted to the board, and a hearing must then be scheduled, which does take...