Long Island and Queens Workplace Machine Injury Lawyers
Most people in the manufacturing industry work with machines on the job every day. However, according to the 2007 annual report of the New York State Workers' Compensation Board, the manufacturing industry sector alone is responsible for 10.3 percent of all accepted claims resulting from work-related injuries. And since machinery-related injuries can occur in many other workplaces, including construction, warehouses and offices, the total number of machinery-related injuries is actually much higher.
When machinery, tools and equipment cause on-the-job injuries, employees may be eligible for Workers' Compensation benefits that cover lost wages, medical bills and other expenses. As with other types of injuries, almost one-quarter of initial claims are denied, making it critical to have an attorney who focuses on work-related injuries caused by the operation of machinery.
Helping Thousands of People Obtain Workers' Compensation Benefits Since 1992
Experienced Litigators on Your Side
At Terry Katz & Associates, PC, our attorneys help workers injured by the machines and equipment they use every day at work. Founded in 1992, our firm has helped thousands of people obtain benefits after work-related injuries. If you were injured on the job by machinery and/or equipment, we will advise you of your rights under the law, ensure that your claim is timely and properly submitted, and handle your case effectively from start to finish. If obstacles arise, such as the insurance company reducing or eliminating your monetary benefits, cutting off your medical treatment, or pressuring you to return to work, we have the experience and knowledge to successfully litigate the claim to conclusion and maximize recovery.
Evaluating Your Injury Case to Maximize Your Benefits
We evaluate a case to determine whether other sources of compensation might be available. Some people are eligible for third-party personal injury claims if negligence by a third party caused an injury; others may be permanently disabled and eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. By exploring all options, our attorneys obtain maximum compensation for our clients.
Workplace Machinery Injuries
Our Workers' Compensation lawyers help people with injuries such as:
- Repetitive stress injuries: Examples include carpal tunnel syndrome caused by keyboarding, assembly line work and repetitive lifting and bending.
- Vision and hearing loss: Examples include total or partial deafness caused by inadequate ear protection in a factory setting, or vision or hearing loss caused by explosions or other incidents.
- Fractures, broken bones and amputations: Examples include getting caught in moving machinery or being injured by sudden shutdowns of assembly lines
Call a New York Industrial Machinery Injury Lawyer
If you have suffered an injury at work while using any kind of tool or machine, contact our New York industrial machinery injury lawyers for a free initial consultation. Let us use our years of experience to obtain all the benefits to which you are entitled.
Out of work for more than six months due to an injury or illness? Call us about filing a Social Security Disability claim.
