MCV Law News and Insights

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  What if My Injury Occurs Off-Premises?

  Posted at: 12/18/2015 1:57 PM

  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 mean that the accident or illness has to occur at any particular place.

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  What is Workers’ Compensation?

  Posted at: 12/15/2015 1:52 PM

  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 York State. “Exclusive remedy” means that, by law, you cannot sue your employer for an injury or illness that

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  Is Workers’ Compensation Insurance Mandatory for Employers?

  Posted at: 12/10/2015 1:43 PM

  In New York State, anyone with an employee is required to carry Workers’ Compensation insurance. If you are a sole owner or stockholder of a company, you do not need insurance for yourself, although it is required for

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  What if I am Injured in an Auto or Truck Accident While Working?

  Posted at: 12/2/2015 1:28 PM

  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’ Compensation Benefits. No-Fault Benefits are provided by the

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  NY Workers' Comp Law - What if I had More than One Employer When I Was Hurt?

  Posted at: 11/20/2015 1:22 PM

  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 law, the lost time from the second job is also compensable. This is known as

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