A Workers’ Compensation claimant who is the subject of an income execution or child support order will have payments deducted from his or her Workers’ Compensation checks and paid directly to the beneficiary. Generally, the child support unit will file legal documentation with the Workers’ Compensation carrier which requires them to deduct a certain amount […]

Our office has represented scores of union members, many from PEF. It is important for all injured workers to understand their legal rights and responsibilities when they have been injured at work. Union members should also be familiar with any additional benefits they may be entitled to through their collective bargaining agreement. Each time a […]

Michelle works as a receptionist in a busy medical practice in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her job involves typing, writing and answering telephones almost her entire 8 hour workday. For three years she has noticed numbness and tingling in her wrists and hands. About one year ago she went to her doctor and was told that […]

Jim works for a gas station in Johnstown, NY. While lifting crates of beer, he injures his back and files a Workers’ Compensation claim. The insurance company accepts his case and begins make lost wage payments to him. Jim does not know whether or not he is getting the correct amount from the insurance company […]

If you have not been involved with the New York State Workers’ Compensation System, your first impression might be that the process is simple and effective. Unfortunately, nothing could be further from the truth. A new project now being called “Streamlined Conciliation Process” severely restricts the injured worker’s right to a fair hearing before a […]