Workplace safety is a primary concern for many New York employers. However, as the saying goes, accidents happen. Despite all attempts to follow safety guidelines, employees still get injured on the job. Although most injured workers eventually recover from their...
Month: November 2014
Impact of falls from roofs, scaffolds or ladders in construction
Many New Yorkers have suffered from falls, and while they may seem funny to some -- as witnessed on YouTube and blooper reels -- some result in serious injuries or even death. Many occur in the construction industry, and workers and employers know that falls from...
Business owners receive hefty workers’ compensation bills
Workers' compensation laws and decisions are made by each state, so while some states have systems that are fair and seem to work well for businesses, others are poorly run and managed. Unfortunately, some feel that New York seems to fall in the latter category. The...
Returning to work after a work-related accident
Many workplace injuries force employees to take time off work to recuperate. At some point, the victims recover and return to work. While the act of returning to work may sound easy, there is a process involved and people who need to be informed. In addition, some...
Can I get workers compensation if I am hurt while not at work?
New York employees may have questions about what type of injury accidents qualify for workers' compensation, since not all events are covered. Whether or not you will receive benefits will depend on the circumstances of the case. For example, if you suffer a fall at...