If you have received a notice to attend a Workers’ Compensation hearing in New York State it is important to take action. There are many reasons that the Workers’ Compensation Board has scheduled a hearing. They can involve suspension of benefits, permanency awards, or disputes regarding your medical care. If you are not sure why […]
Have Your Received Letters From The New York State Workers’ Compensation Board?
If you have correspondence from the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board regarding your case it should not be disregarded. The Workers’ Compensation Board has made it a policy to handle many matters by mail, without hearings. Do not assume that it is not important because they have not asked you to go to a […]
Lumbar Fusion In New York State Workers’ Compensation Cases
Before the implementation of the Medical Treatment Guidelines, patients in New York State Workers’ Compensation cases were often afforded lumbar fusion surgery. However, since the Guidelines became effective, it is much more difficult to get lumbar fusion surgery approved. Under A.14 a lumbar fusion is listed as one of the specific medical procedures requiring pre-authorization. […]
I Missed My New York State Workers’ Compensation Board Hearing, What Happens Next?
If you have missed your New York State Workers’ Compensation Board hearing, there is a good chance that you would be able to have it rescheduled. In most instances, the presiding Law Judge will close your file for what is known as “failure to prosecute.” However, your claim can be easily re-opened if proper RFA-1 […]
Special Social Security Rules For Claimants 55 Years Old Or Older
If you are 55 years old or older and have been denied Social Security Disability benefits, there is a good chance that you may win your case on appeal. This is because special rules apply to claimant’s 55 years old and older. If you are unable to perform the type of work that you have […]
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