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  • NY Workers' Compensation and Exacerbations of Arthritis

    Does Workers' Compensation Cover Exacerbated Arthritis?

    Posted at: 11/5/2024 4:02 PM

    What is arthritis, and what causes it to get worse? "Arthritis" literally means joint inflammation. Joints are places where two bones meet, such as your elbow, knee or even in the spine. There are many different types of arthritis with different causes and treatments. It is even possible to have arthritis and not even know it, as it may be an asymptomatic condition until something causes the underlying arthritis to become painful. There are obviously any number of events that could occur to e

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  • NY Workers' Compensation IME

    Why Do I Have to Go to an IME (Independent Medical Examination)?

    Posted at: 11/5/2024 10:48 AM

    A common question that we get from new and old clients alike is "why do I have to go to the insurance company's doctor?" It is almost 100% certain that if you have been injured at work and require medical attention, and/or have to miss time from work due to the injury, that the insurance company will have you examined by their consultant in what is called an IME or Independent Medical Examination. Typically, an IME is not "independent" and often barely qualifies as an "examination." An IME is

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  • Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) and New York Workers' Compensation

    Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) and New York Workers' Compensation

    Posted at: 11/1/2024 4:31 PM

    What is Degenerative Disc Disease?Have you had an MRI or an X-ray of your spine recently? Chances are the report says you have some degree of degenerative disc disease. Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a chronic condition that occurs when the discs in your spine break down. The discs are soft, shock-absorbing cushions that separate the vertebrae in your spine. As the discs wear down, the bones in your spine rub together, which can cause pain and other issues. What Causes Degenerative Disc D

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  • Epilepsy patient seeking Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits

    Can I Get Disability Benefits if I Suffer From Epilepsy?

    Posted at: 11/1/2024 8:49 AM

    Yes. There are 3.4 million people in the United States living with epilepsy, making it the fourth most common Neurological disease. Epilepsy affects people of all genders, races and ages. Having seizures can make you tired, sore and unable to work for days a time. The threat of seizures can also make it dangerous to work. If you experience uncontrolled seizures, despite treatment, that prevent you from working, you maybe eligible for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. We are here

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  • NY Workers' Comp and Medical Marijuana

    Medical Marijuana and New York Workers' Compensation

    Posted at: 10/25/2024 9:45 AM

    Obtaining Medical Cannabis Through New York Workers' Compensation Medical marijuana is currently being prescribed in New York State for a number of conditions stemming from work-related injuries and illnesses. The New York Workers’ Compensation system is designed to help cover medical expenses and prescriptions for injured and sick workers, and in some cases, medical cannabis is one such prescription that can be covered through Workers’ Compensation insurance carriers. Workers’ Compensation

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