Those who work in the construction field face many physical hazards daily. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s “Fatal Four” includes falling, being hit by an object, getting caught between pieces of equipment and electrocutions. What many construction...
Serving injured workers
Month: October 2021
Disturbing rise in workplace injuries and deaths
Some of the highest numbers of work injuries and fatalities since 2007 were reported in 2019. Data may suggest employers are failing to address safety issues. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported 2.8 million nonfatal injuries among American workers in...
Nonprofit organizations and workers’ compensation
New Yorkers have workers’ compensation available to them for illnesses and injuries that relate to their jobs. Although these benefits are a legal requirement for employers, do they depend on an entity’s status with the IRS? Some organizations register as a nonprofit...
Can I get disability benefits because I have multiple sclerosis?
Many health challenges contribute to missed hours from work. It’s normal for employees to miss a few days here and there for minor illnesses. However, sometimes symptoms result in a devastating diagnosis. Countless factors can relate to fatigue, and a tingling...
What kind of progress are you achieving with your recovery?
Recovering from a work-related injury is a process that may include unanticipated complications. As such, recovering workers’ compensation benefits for the full extent of your injury can sometimes prove challenging. Ultimately, a workers' compensation claim must be...