How Does Workers’ Compensation Affect My Social Security Disability Benefits?
If you are receiving Workers’ Compensation benefits and file for Social Security disability benefits, you may not be able to collect the maximum amount of...
The Insurance Company is Paying Me “Without Prejudice”, Now What?
Many times, the carrier will issue payments to you without prejudice. This means that the carrier is taking advantage of Section 21-a of the NYS...
Every Injured Worker Needs a Vacation
Yes, I said it – every injured worker needs a vacation; just like their coworkers, bosses, and friends. Injured workers deserve a break from medical...
What are the advantages of a Medicare Set-Aside?
In order to settle the medical portion of a Workers’ Compensation claim, we are sometimes required to take into account Medicare’s interest. This requires us...
Why You Should Have an Attorney for a Workers’ Compensation Claim
Potential clients often ask us whether or not they need an attorney. The short answer to this question is no, injured workers are not required...
Quick Answers By MCV Law: Just What Is New York Workers’ Compensation Law?
New York’s Workers’ Compensation Law is an employee’s only remedy for injuries arising “out of or in the course of employment.” This means that if...
Just what is Medical treatment and how do I find it?
The law says that an injured worker is entitled to causally-related medical treatment. This simply means medical treatment related to an injury or illness that...
Do I Have to Pay Out-of-Pocket for Treatment During My Workers’ Comp Case?
At Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP, we make sure our clients do not pay out-of-pocket for costs associated with their claims and that they receive...
What can I do when I am on Workers’ Compensation?
Some typical questions include: Should I stay inside? Can I go to the grocery store? Can I drive? Can I watch my grandchildren? Can I...
Is it Disability, Compensation or Something Else?
Should I file for Disability, NYS Workers’ Compensation, or something else? Often people call MCV Law requesting help with a “disability case.” They are injured,...
6 Things to Know about Independent Medical Exams
Do you have an Independent Medical Exam (IME) coming up in relation to your Workers’ Compensation case? Are you wondering what to do, how Independent...
5 Things Every Newly-Injured Worker Should Know
New York Workers’ Compensation The New York Workers’ Compensation System is driven by medical evidence. If you are injured at work, see a doctor right...