The U.S. Department of Labor reported that in 2006 there were 4.1 million non-fatal injuries and illnesses in the workplace and more than half of these injuries and illnesses required days away from work, job transfer, or job restriction. Furthermore, 5,703 workers suffered fatal workplace injuries, and with more than 1,200 fatal injuries, the construction industry accounted for more fatal work injuries than any other industry sector.
New York workers’ compensation law is designed to provide financial support to injured workers when they need it. Sometimes, however, employers and insurance companies may unfairly deny compensation, delay benefits, or award less than injured workers need to cover the costs of bills, groceries, gas, and other needs.
Fortunately, you have rights thanks to New York workers' compensation. These rights include money for your medical bills and a portion of your lost income due to the work-related injury or illness. If you sustain an on-the-job injury, you are entitled to benefits. Long-term, acquired disabilities and diseases are also covered. Applicable benefits cover a wide range of disabilities acquired on the job, both short- and long-term. The professionals at Greene & Reid can help guide you through the confusing process and explain your options.
If you feel you're not getting adequate workers' compensation benefits or you've been denied, let the New York workers' compensation lawyers of Greene & Reid help you. Well-versed in the laws dealing with workers comp benefits, we can help you fight to get what you deserve.
If you or a loved one has been injured on the job, call on the New York workers’ compensation lawyers of Greene & Reid. Call us toll free at (800) 886-9665 or simply complete a free online consultation form, and one of our attorneys will contact you to discuss your accident and answer your questions, free of charge. Greene & Reid has successfully advocated for clients in Cortland, Syracuse, Newark, and Watertown.
Our New York injury lawyers handle cases in the areas of auto accident, birth injury, boating accident, brain injury, drug injuries, dog bites, insurance disputes, medical malpractice, motorcycle accident, nursing home abuse, slip and fall accident, workers’ compensation, and wrongful death.
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