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  • Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Serving Auburn, NY

    Workers’ Compensation Lawyer in Auburn, NY

    Posted at: 6/16/2023 2:00 AM

    When we get up in the morning and head to work, the last thing any of us expect is to be severely injured on the job. Unfortunately, work injuries are very common, especially in major local industries like steel production, healthcare, manufacturing, and corrections. If you’ve sustained a work-related injury or illness, we know how difficult the aftermath can be. Don’t go through it alone. We’re here to help. Without an experienced attorney’s guidance, pursuing financial compensation for you

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  • SSD Attorney in Utica NY

    Social Security Disability Lawyer Serving Utica, NY

    Posted at: 6/13/2023 12:00 PM

    You’ve been working hard for years. When a disability makes it impossible to continue, Social Security Disability benefits can prove to be a valuable lifeline for obtaining a steady income. Workers automatically pay into the Social Security system over the course of their careers through a payroll tax, with the hope that money will come back to them if they ever develop a condition that keeps them from being able to work in the future. Even if your condition makes you eligible, SSD benefits c

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  • common types of evidence used in personal injury cases by alicia loomis, esq.

    Evidence Needed in a Personal Injury Case in New York State

    Posted at: 6/8/2023 12:00 PM

    In any personal injury case in New York, it's important to gather evidence to support your claim. While the type of evidence needed will vary from case to case, there are some types of evidence that are almost always beneficial: Medical records: These can include doctor's reports, hospital records, imaging, and bills related to your injuries and treatment; Photographs or videos: Visual evidence of the accident scene, property damage, or hazardous conditions which you believe caused your injurie

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  • Workers compensation death claims who may be entitled to benefits what makes claims difficult to pursue how mcv law can help

    Workers' Compensation Death Claims in New York State

    Posted at: 5/26/2023 12:00 PM

    Families lose so much when a loved one dies as a result of a workplace accident or illness. They should not have to lose income too. The Workers’ Compensation Law provides death benefits to family members to replace the lost wages of their loved one.  This benefit may be payable to a widow, minor children, parents, or other family members. Unfortunately, due to the complexity of death claims and their potential payouts, insurance companies often deny death claims, which can mean litigation and

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  • NY Workers' Comp Settlement

    Is Workers' Compensation Paid Weekly or in a Lump Sum?

    Posted at: 5/23/2023 12:00 PM

    How often do Workers' Compensation benefits get paid out in New York? In New York State, Workers' Compensation benefits are generally paid biweekly, or in certain scenarios, in the form of a lump sum. Workers' Compensation pays lost wages while you are out of work for a work-related injury. Generally, lost wages are calculated weekly, but are typically paid biweekly during your disability period. Your payments are based on your average weekly wage at the time of injury and your degree of dis

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