MCV Law Blog
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If I have been injured in a car accident, what is the 90/180 Rule?
What is the 90/180 rule? Does your personal injury meet the serious injury threshold for a claim?…
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If I have been injured in a car accident, do I have to sue the driver of the vehicle that hit me?
If you want to claim damages beyond No-Fault, you may need to file a lawsuit.…
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Do you have to go to the insurance company's doctor if injured in a car accident? Get answers here.…
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Generally, you must cooperate with your no-fault insurance company. However, this does not mean your insurance company has a right to see your entire medical history.…
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How Are My Lost Wages Calculated?
When you are out of work completely, your lost wage benefits are calculated based on two things.…
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The Insurance Carrier isn't Paying My Bills!?
Most people who get injured at work are surprised when they get their first medical bill denial in the mail from the insurance carrier.…
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SSA Request for Reconsideration Reinstated in New York
Social Security is reinstating Reconsideration in New York beginning January 1, 2019. This is an intermediate level of appeal, requested after the initial denial of benefits for Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income benefits.…
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Should you hire and pay for an attorney in a Federal Workers' Compensation claim?
Under the Federal Employees Compensation Act, (FECA), there are two primary benefits to be gained if your claim is accepted by the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Workers Compensation Programs, (OWCP).…
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I Was Hurt at Work. When Will I Be Paid?
You are entitled to lost wages if you are out of work for more than 7 days. While the Workers' Compensation system provides for lost wages due to a work-related injury or illness, it often takes a few weeks for you to receive your first check.…
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What are the Medical Treatment Guidelines?
Medical Treatment Guidelines (MTG's) are a set of treatment guidelines issued by the New York State Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) that became effective in December 2010.…