When a nurse or hospital worker gets hurt on the job, some union delegates try to file paperwork immediately and move on to the next case. That instinct makes sense, but it’s only one step in a larger process. Rushing
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The NY Disability Law Blog, published by Turley, Redmond, Rosasco & Rosasco, LLP, focuses on legal issues related to workers' compensation, disability benefits, and workplace injuries in New York. It covers topics such as workers' compensation claims, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), veterans disability benefits, and construction accident cases. The blog addresses practical concerns for injured workers, including navigating benefits during holidays, the impact of overtime work on injury claims, and the interaction of disability benefits with other financial matters like alimony. It also highlights the challenges faced by healthcare workers, construction workers, and veterans in securing rightful compensation and benefits.
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Are You A Union Delegate? Here’s What To Do When A Member Is Injured
When one of your members gets hurt on the job in New York, anything that happens in the first 24 to 48 hours can shape their workers’ compensation claim. As a union delegate, you’re often the first person they turn…
Documentation Matters: A Guide for Medical Providers Treating Work Injuries
When you’re treating a patient for a work-related injury, your notes play a crucial role in their workers’ comp claim. Vague or missing documentation can be enough to delay their case or shut them out of receiving benefits entirely. Here’s…
Needlestick and Workplace Exposure Claims for Healthcare Employees in New York
If you work in healthcare, you already know hazardous situations are part of the job. Whether it’s getting pricked by a needlestick or being exposed to toxic substances, these incidents can happen anytime. Unfortunately, up to two-thirds of needlestick injuries…
Returning to Work After a Workers’ Compensation Injury: Understanding Your Rights
Going back to work after an injury is a step forward. But you’re probably also feeling confused about how the process works. Many injured employees worry about reinjury, losing benefits, or being pressured to return when they’re not ready. New…
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Summer in New York brings longer hours and more time working outdoors for tradespeople across the state. Unfortunately, the added workload exposes you to common safety risks that spike this time of year. Whether you’re fixing a roof or doing…
How HR Directors Can Reduce Workers’ Compensation Confusion for Employees
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