MCV Law Blog
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MCV Law Supports Charity for Children
This past Monday, November 11th 2013, was Veteran’s Day. Not only did our firm salute our clients, co-workers, family and friends who have served our Nation, we also used the evening to attend the annual Charity for Children Event, “Evening of Cuisine”.…
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How Worker’s Compensation Affects My Social Security Disability Benefits
If you are receiving Worker’s Compensation benefits and file for Social Security disability benefits, you may not be able to collect the maximum amount of Social Security benefits. Between Worker’s Compensation and Social Security Disability, you may only receive up to…
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The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA)
With enrollment now open, I have been asked why the New York State site https://nystateofhealth.ny.gov/ requests information about Workers’ Compensation claims. While the ACA is new law, the principle that Workers’ Compensation is the primary payer is not…
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What documents should I keep after buying my home?
Thinking of buying your first home? Just finished buying your first home? Well, there is a huge difference between the two. In the first instance the person/people are full of hope, excitement, and a whole host of other, mainly positive feelings. The second group, those who have…
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Did You Know You May Text In Your Car While at a Red Light?
I am sure no one has missed the new signs on the highway flashing that you may not text and drive or risk high fines and 5 points on your license. And certainly, there is good reason for the law. However, did you know that as long as your car is not in motion…
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Can Social Security Benefits be taken for child support?
Generally, your Social Security benefits, both SSDI and SSI, cannot be garnished by creditors, subject to a few exceptions. The Federal Government can garnish your SSDI (Social Security Disability) benefits to recover any money owed to it, i.e. back taxes or…
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Thoughts on independent doctor exams
I am often asked my thoughts on independent medical exams. I question how any doctor can be considered “independent,” so it is necessary to discern what independent means. Independence is most often defined as being free from outside control and, in the…
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Reduced Retirement Benefits and Social Security Disability
Recently I spoke with an individual who had opted to take their reduced old age benefit upon turning 62. Subsequently, this person developed a debilitating condition that prevented them from working. The question was can the individual now apply for…
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Before you can file a personal injury claim against a public corporation, you must first serve a notice of claim. A public corporation includes, among other entities, a City, County, Town, Village, Fire District, and School District. A notice of claim must ordinarily be served within 90 days after…
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Considering a Section 32 Settlement?
The biggest decision you will have to make in your case is whether or not to accept a section 32 settlement, which usually means a one-time lump-sum payment, as opposed to ongoing weekly payments. Typically, a Section 32 agreement will end both the carrier’s obligation to make…