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Social Security Compassionate Allowance Conditions: A New York Guide

A cancer diagnosis or a rare genetic disorder does not leave much room for a six-month wait on a disability decision. The Social Security Administration...

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How to File a NY Workers’ Comp Claim: The C-3 Form Step-by-Step

The NY Workers’ Comp C-3 form is the document that puts your name, your injury, and your claim into the Workers’ Compensation Board’s system.  Without...

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What Should You Do After a Car Accident in New York? 6 Steps That Can Protect Your Health and Your Claim

Car accidents are stressful, and it’s easy to make spur-of-the-moment decisions which could affect your health or your ability to recover compensation later. Regardless of...

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What to Expect at a NY Workers’ Comp Board Hearing

A NY Workers’ Comp Board hearing is scheduled when the insurance carrier disputes some part of your claim rather than approving it as filed. The...

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E-Bike Accident Claims in New York: What Injured Riders Need to Know

Electric bicycles (e-bikes) have become an increasingly popular way to travel throughout Central New York. Whether you’re commuting to work, riding a personal pedal-assist bike,...

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I Work Two Jobs. Will Workers’ Compensation Count Both?

Many New Yorkers work more than one job. You may have a full-time position during the week and a second job on weekends, pick up...

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NY Workers’ Comp Light Duty and Return to Work: A Guide for Injured Workers

Quick Answer: What Happens With NY Workers’ Comp Light Duty? Under New York Workers’ Compensation law, light duty means your treating physician has cleared you...

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Workers’ Compensation for Nurses and Healthcare Workers in New York: What You Need to Know

Healthcare workers dedicate their careers to caring for others. But the physical and emotional demands of the job also make nurses and other medical professionals...

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Understanding Personal Injury Settlements in New York: What Determines What You Recover

If you’ve been injured because of someone else’s negligence, one of the first questions on your mind is almost certainly: what is my case worth? The...

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What Happens After MCV Law Files Your Social Security Disability Application?

Filing your Social Security Disability (SSD) application is an important first step, but it’s not the end of the process. In fact, once your application...

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MCV Law Supports New York’s Workforce

MCV Law is proud to share that Partner Christopher Stringham recently spoke at the NYS/PEF Health and Safety Conference, held on May 11–13. As part...

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Slip and Fall Accidents Can Happen Any Time of Year in Central New York

When people think about slip and fall accidents in Central New York, they often picture icy sidewalks and snowy parking lots during the winter months....

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