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Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Physical Therapy?
Posted at: 10/1/2024 3:57 PM
Yes, New York Workers’ Compensation covers Physical Therapy for various physical injuries. Physical Therapy is a commonly prescribed medical treatment following an injury and/or surgery. The Board has issued Medical Treatment Guidelines for many body parts, most of which include Physical Therapy. Generally, 12 visits are authorized following an injury. If your doctor feels you need more than 12 visits, a Prior Authorization Request, or PAR, must be submitted. This is done through the OnBoa
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Can I Sue My Employer for My Work Injury?
Posted at: 9/25/2024 2:39 PM
The most common question our Workers’ Compensation attorneys are asked by new clients is whether they can sue their employer for causing their injury. The law in New York does not allow you to file a lawsuit against your employer. Rather, your only legal option is to file a Workers’ Compensation claim. While there are some very limited exceptions to this rule, they are extremely rare. Thus, generally speaking, you are limited solely to the Workers’ Compensation claim. You may be able to file
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New York Workers' Compensation for a Torn Rotator Cuff
Posted at: 9/25/2024 9:58 AM
Can You Receive NY Workers' Compensation for a Torn Rotator Cuff? Yes. A torn rotator cuff is the most common type of shoulder injury amongst injured workers. Torn rotator cuffs are most often caused by a serious fall or by lifting something too heavy. Rotator cuff injuries can also be caused by repetitive work activity that involves extensive lifting or repetitive overhead lifting. It is important to see your doctor right away if you have shoulder pain so that you don’t cause further damage
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Does Workers' Compensation Pay for Doctor's Appointments?
Posted at: 9/25/2024 9:22 AM
In New York State, Workers’ Compensation pays for medical treatment itself, but unfortunately does not pay for time taken from work to attend a doctor’s appointment. This includes physical therapy, an independent medical examination (IME), and your own doctor’s appointments. You are required to use your personal time or other benefits your employer may offer. However, you are entitled to mileage reimbursement to and from these appointments. You must use the Workers' Compensation Board’s presc
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New York Workers' Compensation Benefits and Head Injuries
Posted at: 9/17/2024 10:15 AM
Have You Sustained a Head Injury at Work? Some of the worst work injuries we see representing injured workers in New York involve head injuries or traumatic brain injuries (TBI). These can involve a concussion with or without loss of consciousness and result in post-concussion syndrome. Most mild TBI's resolve in a few months, but some can cause symptoms that can linger for years or even become permanent. Work-related head injuries cause a difficult situation for the injured worker because t