MCV Law News and Insights

  • I Work Two Jobs. Will Workers' Compensation Count Both?

    Posted at: 7/27/2026 10:40 AM

    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 per diem healthcare shifts, drive for another employer, or work two part-time jobs to make ends meet. If you're injured at one of those jobs, you may assume your Workers' Compensation benefits are based only on the wages you earned from the employer where the accident happened. In some cases, that isn't true. New York Workers' Compensation law may allow your benefi

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  • Healthcare Workers

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

    Posted at: 7/20/2026 9:00 AM

    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 some of the workers most at risk for on-the-job injuries and occupational illnesses. Whether you work in a hospital, doctor's office, nursing home, rehabilitation center, urgent care, home health agency, or as a traveling nurse, a workplace injury can interrupt your career and your income. Understanding your Workers' Compensation rig

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  • Workers' Comp Applicant

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

    Posted at: 7/20/2026 9:00 AM

    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 to return to work with specific physical restrictions, and your employer may offer a modified position within those limits. If your employer makes a valid light-duty offer and you refuse it without a medical reason, the Workers' Compensation Board may reduce or suspend your lost wage benefits. Your treating doctor's written restrictions,

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    Staying Safe During the Summer: Common Seasonal Injury Risks and Your Legal Rights

    Posted at: 7/9/2026 12:00 PM

    Summer in Central New York brings more than sunshine and long weekends, but it also brings a sharp increase in certain types of personal injuries. Whether it's road construction, outdoor activities, or increased foot traffic in busy areas, summer presents a range of potential hazards. At MCV Law, our experienced Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation teams understand the impact these accidents can have on your health, finances, and future. Here's what you need to know about common summer in

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

    Posted at: 6/29/2026 9:15 AM

    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 honest answer is that no two cases are alike, and the value of a personal injury claim depends on a combination of factors—the severity of your injuries, the strength of your evidence, the available insurance coverage, and your own role, if any, in causing the accident. This post walks through how recovery is determined under New York law and what

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