Posts by Terry Katz, Esq.
What To Do After a Slip and Fall Accident at Work
Every year, an estimated 8 million people in the United States go to the emergency room for treatment after a fall accident. Of those injured, more than one million are treated for slip and fall accidents. Many accidents occur at workplaces, including construction sites, office buildings, restaurants, retail stores, government buildings, and outdoor areas, such…
Read More8 Acceptable Reasons To Miss Work
Employers are often understanding when their employees miss time at work due to an unexpected emergency or accident occurs. On the other hand, they might not be so sympathetic when staff members start taking random time off, especially if it occurs on a routine basis. As an employee of a New York employer, it’s a…
Read MoreDrug Testing and Workers’ Compensation in New York
If you’ve suffered a work injury and are looking to apply for workers’ compensation benefits, you’re probably wondering what criteria you need to receive benefits. NYS labor law does require injured workers to receive an initial evaluation to determine if they meet specific criteria. Once your claim is approved, you’ll receive medical care and weekly…
Read MoreCOVID-19: Office Hours and Workers’ Comp Hearings
A Statement From Terry Katz & Associates Terry Katz and Associates is monitoring all developments regarding the Coronavirus pandemic and is taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety of employees and clients. One of these steps will involve our legal team working remotely. Our office (8:30 am to 5:30 pm) hours will not change,…
Read MoreA Comprehensive Guide For New Yorkers Hurt On The Job
If you have been hurt on the job, you will more than likely have many questions that you need to have answered. After an accident occurs, you will go through a wide range of emotions. Your injury can range from very mild to severe and life-altering. The first few hours and days after an injury will…
Read MoreDoes Passive Income Affect Social Security Disability Benefits?
If you receive social security disability benefits, it is critical to stay on top of the income parameters set out by the social security disability insurance to ensure that you can continue to receive your benefits if your income levels change. If you have an SSDI benefit and are concerned that your monthly benefit may…
Read MoreCan You Retire While On Workers Compensation?
When it comes to retirement in New York state, you naturally want to make sure that your financial needs are taken care of before you hang up your hat. Whether you live in New York City, Long Island, or anywhere else in the state, you know that expenses just seem to keep rising – which…
Read MoreShould We Worry About Social Security Disability Benefits Budget?
As many Americans may know, the United States government is not always good at maintaining a viable and sustaining budget. Unfortunately, such oversights have led to major budget deficits in numerous areas, including the Department of the Interior, Medicare, and Medicaid and the Social Security Administration. This may ultimately affect current recipients of Social Security…
Read MoreWhat Disabilities Are Covered Under Workers’ Comp Laws?
Getting injured on the job can equal a devastating loss of ability to generate regular income. It often carries with it financial burdens. This means rising medical bills and rehabilitation for the injuries sustained. You will also want to know how this injury is going to influence your income going forward. The answer to this…
Read MoreHow Does The Workers’ Compensation Board Hearing Process Work?
After an employee files a workers’ compensation insurance claim, the insurance carrier decides if they are accepting or contesting the claim. In cases where a claim is contested, it proceeds through the New York Workers’ Compensation Board. The Workers’ Compensation Board is an administrative court that oversees cases. How does the hearing process work if…
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