In 1992, construction workers were afflicted with approximately 55,000 work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). In 2014, only 18,000 WMSDs were recorded. Although this can seem like a big improvement, Fox News indicates that the decline happened at the same time as an overall reduction in construction work injuries and could also be attributed in part to injury...
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Cuomo’s Gig Economy Task Force: Hope For The Self Employed
Expansion of rideshare services opportunity for New York workers' rights Did you know your local economy resides right at your fingertips? We live in an age of convenience, where our smartphones provide an active social link between ourselves and a multitude of resources. Need to shop? Want to talk to a friend across the world?...
Read MoreExperienced Workers' Compensation Attorneys Koster and Weiner Become Partners
Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP is proud to announce that two longtime associates at our firm have become partners. Attorney Kelly Koster, a senior associate at the firm for twenty-two years, has been promoted to partner. Attorney Koster relentlessly manages all phases of workers compensation claims, including section 32 settlements, occupational claims...
Read MoreCan Undocumented Workers Get Workers' Compensation in New York City?
New York City aims to be as welcoming as possible to undocumented immigrants who live within the city. The city is a so-called "sanctuary city," because it limits cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Undocumented immigrants were also given the ability to get municipal ID cards so they would have identification, and the city is now...
Read MoreWorkers' Compensation for Truck Driver Injuries and Fatalities
Recently, a multi-vehicle accident in the Bronx resulted in at least three deaths along with many additional injuries. The accidents involved 18-wheeler trucks. One 18-wheeler was stopped in traffic on Cross Bronx Expressway in the middle lane. Another approaching 18-wheeler was not able to stop his own truck and he hit the 18-wheeler. A chain...
Read MoreNew York Attorney Jordan A. Ziegler named Vice Chair of Advisory Board at Occupational & Environmental Medicine of Long Island at Northwell Health
New York City attorney Jordan A. Ziegler of Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP, was recently appointed Vice Chair of the Advisory Board at Occupational & Environmental Medicine of Long Island at Northwell Health. "It's an honor to serve as vice chair of the advisory board for one of the leading health care providers...
Read MoreWhen Workers’ Compensation Medical Care is Denied and Delayed
The purpose of workers' compensation in New York City is to help workers quickly access medical care and lost wages while recovering from a workplace injury. The ultimate goal in many cases is for employees to get back on their feet - literally and figuratively - and start working again. However, employers they clearly need...
Read MoreWorkers' Compensation for Nurses After On-the-Job Injuries in New York City
Injuries on-the-job can occur in any field. However, those in the healthcare field, including nurses, face a very substantial risk of being harmed while at work. Occupational Safety and Health Administration warns that a hospital is actually one of the most dangerous places to work in the United States. More than 253,000 work injuries and illnesses...
Read MoreNew York is Fighting to Improve Workplace Safety Amidst Rising Injury Rates
Workplace injuries are a big concern in New York, especially as the construction boom in New York City has led to more injuries among construction workers. As an increasing number of employees get hurt, efforts are being made to protect vulnerable workers and bring injury rates down. Employers and employees need to be aware of...
Read MoreInjured New York Workers Hurt By Loss of Wages During the Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, households are facing some big expenses. According to National Retail Federation, families are expected to spend in excess of $800 this holiday season. If you cannot work due to a workplace injury, you may face financial hardship and have a difficult holiday season. Workers' compensation is supposed to protect injured...
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