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Don’t Miss a Step in Your Eviction Case
Posted at: 6/18/2025 9:30 AM
Every eviction case follows several steps. Failure to follow the correct steps could result in an expensive mistake that you might not discover until weeks or months later when your case gets dismissed. The first step begins with you. A landlord must specifically document the tenant behavior that will form the basis for an eviction. This could include lease violations, nonpayment, or nuisance conduct. If the tenant didn’t pay, you’ll have to prove that with your “five-day late notice” certifi
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2025 Workers’ Compensation Rate Changes: What Injured Workers Need to Know
Posted at: 6/17/2025 10:00 AM
Good news for injured workers. Effective January 1, 2025, the minimum weekly Workers’ Compensation rate increased from $275.00 per week to $325.00 per week. This means that for all workers who suffer a work injury on or after January 1, 2025, their Workers’ Compensation benefit cannot be less than $325.00 per week. This change is a significant benefit for injured workers, as the rate was $150.00 per week for over a decade. Additionally, effective July 1, 2025, the maximum weekly Workers’ Com
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Understanding Construction Accident Claims in New York
Posted at: 6/16/2025 11:00 AM
Construction sites are some of the most dangerous workplaces in New York. Falls, equipment failures, and other hazards are common. Even workers who follow all safety protocols can suffer serious injuries. If you’ve been injured on a construction site, you may be entitled to more than just Workers’ Compensation benefits. At MCV Law, our attorneys are experienced in handling BOTH Workers’ Compensation claims and third-party personal injury lawsuits—especially under New York’s Labor Law. These ty
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What New York’s New Warehouse Injury Law Means for Workers
Posted at: 6/9/2025 10:00 AM
What New York’s New Warehouse Injury Law Means for Workers Starting June 1, 2025, warehouse workers across New York will benefit from stronger protections aimed at reducing workplace injuries. Thanks to recent amendments to New York’s Warehouse Worker Protection Act (WWPA), employers must take new steps to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders—some of the most common and debilitating injuries facing warehouse employees today. These changes matter not just for workplace safety, but a
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Can I Get Social Security Disability for Neck Pain?
Posted at: 6/4/2025 11:00 AM
Can I Get Social Security Disability for Neck Pain? Yes. In order to qualify for Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits for neck pain or neck problems, you must either meet the requirements of one of Social Security's official disability listings or prove that they don't have the capacity to return to work because of their neck pain or doctors' restrictions. If you live in the United States, our experienced Social Security Disability lawyers can help you make your case in an app