The concept of due process is one of the earmarks of American Jurisprudence. It is a principle requiring government to respect individual rights and allow legal proceedings to function in a fair and equitable manner. Under the New York State Workers’ Compensation Law, where a medial dispute exists due process is granted to both the […]
Archives for February 2011
Common Overuse Syndromes
An overuse syndrome is simply a medical ailment resulting from repetitive use or strain. It has also been called cumulative trauma disorder. It is often obvious that the disorder is due to a repetitive work related stress. For example, someone who is required to type at a computer keyboard for a large portion of everyday […]
Schedule Awards
In New York State Workers’ Compensation cases a schedule award can mean monetary award for permanent impairment. In order to qualify for a schedule award there must be a permanent impairment involving anatomical or functional loss and treatment must have been terminated with no further improvement expected. There are certain time frames that must elapse […]
Beware Of “Benefits Affidavit”
Many insurance companies periodically provide all claimants who receive workers’ compensation benefits with what is known as a benefits affidavit. Different insurance companies have different names for these questionnaire forms but they all essentially contain the same questions. Many insurance companies will state in their cover letter that you are required to give this information […]
Car Accident Cases: To Sue Or Not To Sue
In most instances, someone who has been injured in a car accident consults with an attorney early on. It is always a good idea to consult with a lawyer before giving information to an insurance representative. In many cases, it is difficult to ascertain whether or not there will eventually be a recovery. This is […]