RSD, more recently known as complex regional pain syndrome, is a painful condition caused by a malfunction of the central nervous system. In RSD cases, the effective area often has a red or glossy skin tone, in extremely painful and sensitive, often exhibiting symptoms of swelling. RSD is commonly treated in pain management clinics but […]
Archives for November 2011
Hearing Loss Cases Under New York State Workers’ Compensation Law
Occupational hearing loss claims can be a bit tricky under the New York State Workers’ Compensation Law. This is because there are different time limits that can be utilized by the injured party. A waiting period must elapse before the claim can be filed; however, the injured worker has a choice of filing 3 months […]
Who Is Responsible To Pay For Medical Bills After A Car Accident?
If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, your own No-Fault insurance should pay for your medical bills up to a certain limit. Injuries arising out of motor vehicle accidents are covered under No-Fault insurance. However, in many circumstances, the No-Fault policy becomes exhausted, in which case, other insurance policies may begin to […]
Car Accident At Work? Workers’ Compensation Or No Fault Benefits?
For those injured in a work related car accident, the first question is usually whether or not it will be covered by Workers’ Compensation or no fault. The claims should be promptly filed with both Workers’ Compensation insurance carrier and the no fault insurance company. This is because both parties can be liable in such […]
Aggregate Trust Fund Payments
Under the Workers’ Compensation Reform Legislation of 2007 insurance carriers are required to make significant deposits, in certain circumstances, in the Aggregate Trust Fund. The Legislation specifically requires that all non-self insured employers and their carriers, other than the State Insurance Fund, make lump sum payments to the Aggregate Trust Fund upon a finding of […]