What if My Injury Occurs Off-Premises?
The law providers for Workers’ Compensation benefits for all injuries or illness that arise from or occur during the course of employment. This does not...
What is Workers’ Compensation?
The New York State Workers’ Compensation Law is the exclusive remedy of an employee who is injured or made sick while at work in New...
Is Workers’ Compensation Insurance Mandatory for Employers?
In short, yes. In New York State, anyone with an employee is required to carry Workers’ Compensation insurance. If you are a sole owner or...
What if I am Injured in an Auto or Truck Accident While Working?
If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident in the course of your employment, New York State provides No-Fault Benefits in addition to Workers’...
NY Workers’ Comp Law – What if I had More than One Employer When I Was Hurt?
Many injuries cause workers to not only lose time from one job, but may also cause them to lose time from a second job. Under...
The 3 Biggest Mistakes People Make in Their Social Security Disability Cases
MCV Law’s experienced Social Security Disability lawyers can help you avoid the critical mistakes that can compromise an SSD claim. We offer free consultations and...
Can Creditors Take Social Security Disability Benefits?
The answer is no, with certain exceptions. When I creditor sues you for a debt and gets a judgment, it can ask your bank to...
Common Misconceptions of the Law
Parents are responsible for the negligent acts of their children. While this statement may seem logical, it is untrue. Parents are not responsible for the...
Why is the State Insurance Fund Sending Me a Notice to Have an MRI?
STATE INSURANCE FUND CLAIMANTS – PLEASE IGNORE THIS LETTER As of September 30th, 2015, a letter has been going out from the New York State...
8 Prescription Tips For The Workers’ Compensation Claimant
For many work-related injuries and illnesses, prescribed medications play a tremendous role in contributing towards overall recovery. If you are wondering how to have your...
Can I Collect NYS Unemployment Insurance Benefits and Workers’ Compensation?
Yes you can collect both NYS Unemployment Insurance benefits and Workers’ Compensation benefits at the same time. Your eligibility for both benefits will generally occur...
Getting Prescription Medications Through Workers’ Compensation
It is a fact of life in the world of New York State Workers’ Compensation that getting medication is not as easy as your everyday...