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How is my Schedule Loss of Use Calculated?
Many workers suffer injuries which lend themselves to a schedule loss of use. These cases typically involve injuries to the hands, arms, feet, legs, eyes,...
How Much Does Workers’ Comp Pay Per Week?
How Much Does Workers’ Comp Pay Per Week in Lost Wages? Lost wage benefits typically commence within 3-4 weeks after the injury. The amount of...
Suing Your Employer: Can an Injured Employee Sue their Employer?
In New York State, the Workers’ Compensation Law is often an employee’s sole legal remedy for an injury that occurs on the job. What this...
How Does Workers’ Comp Work?
Under the New York State Workers’ Compensation Law, there is a two-tier statute of limitations: Pursuant to Section 18 of the Law, you have 30...
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...