MCV Law News and Insights

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    6 Steps to Take After a Car Accident

    Posted at: 4/2/2025 9:00 AM

    Many drivers are lucky enough to never experience one. Others never expect it to happen to them, but get caught off guard when it finally does.

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  • Snowy parking lot with ice patches, emphasizing workplace hazards for employees.

    Can I File a NY Workers' Compensation Claim if I Fall in My Employer's Parking Lot?

    Posted at: 3/28/2025 9:35 AM

    Even after spring has begun, March in Central New York can still bring cold temperatures and unpredictable weather. Icy patches and wet conditions in parking lots remain a hazard, leading to slip and fall accidents. The injuries from these falls can range from a bruised ego to broken bones or worse. If you slip and fall while entering or leaving work, you may be eligible for Workers' Compensation benefits under NY law. Contact Us for a Free Consultation Under NY Workers' Compensation law, an

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  • MCV Law’s Gary J. Valerino Speaking at Housing Essentials Training for Landlords

    MCV Law Partner Gary J. Valerino to Speak at Housing Essentials Trainings for Landlords

    Posted at: 3/20/2025 1:30 PM

    MCV Law Partner Gary J. Valerino will be sharing his expertise at two upcoming Housing Essentials Training for Landlords sessions, hosted by CNY Fair Housing: Thursday, March 27th | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Click Here to Register) Thursday, April 10th | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM (Click Here to Register) 📍 Nancy Cantor Warehouse – SU Community Engagement Room350 W. Fayette Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 With extensive experience in Landlord-Tenant Law, Gary works closely with property owners and managers

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  • MCV Law is Hiring: Workers' Compensation Attorney Opportunity

    MCV Law is Hiring: Workers' Compensation Attorney Opportunity

    Posted at: 3/20/2025 10:30 AM

    MCV Law is Hiring! Are you a New York-licensed attorney (or recent law grad awaiting admission) looking for a rewarding career with true work-life balance? MCV Law is growing, and we’re adding a Workers’ Compensation Attorney to our Syracuse office! At MCV Law, we pride ourselves on a team-centric environment, competitive pay and benefits, and a supportive workplace that values your time—both in and out of the office. That’s why we’ve eliminated the pressure of billable hours, allowing our a

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  • Ordered to Return to Work After the Correction Officers Strike—but You're on Workers’ Compensation? Here’s What to Do

    Ordered to Return to Work After the Correction Officers Strike—but You're on Workers’ Compensation? Here’s What to Do

    Posted at: 3/19/2025 1:30 PM

    The recent correction officers strike and subsequent agreement between prison and jail employees and the Department of Corrections in New York has caused much confusion and chaos.  On March 8th, an agreement was reached to address some of the workers’ concerns, however, it was contingent on at least 85% of all correction staff returning to work by March 10th.  The workers who did not return to work by March 10th were terminated. However, many of the workers that did not return to work were alr

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