Queens Workers Compensation & Social Security Disability Law

Suffering an injury at work can be considered a frightening time for some with the strain of earning money and the stress of legal proceedings in the way.  For this reason a Queens workers’ compensation attorney can be extremely beneficial. More often than not, employees do not file lawsuits against their employer with a work-related injury.   If injured at your work place, one would file a claim with the workers compensation board.  The workers’ compensation system in NY ensures injured workers receive financial compensation for “on-the-job” injuries or illness instead of having to bring the matter to court.   When working with an experienced workers’ compensation attorney –  the system works to make ends meet and address medical bills for injured workers.

Attorneys that are experienced with workers’ compensation take the shortcuts you don’t know about, saving lots of time, stress, and aggravation.  The benefits that workers’ compensation injured employees are entitled to include:

• Funds for medical expenses
• Payment For Lost Wages
• Training rehabilitation
• Payment to dependents where appropriate

There are 4 different types of workers’ compensation categories used in NY: Temporary Partial, Temporary Total, Permanent Partial, and Permanent Total Disability.  There are different criteria for different types of workplace injuries, varying in amount paid to the hurt worker and amount of time the injured person is compensated.  You can ask the question, what kind of injuries are eligible for worker’s compensation payments? Some of the injuries the state sees frequently are: head and neck injury, extremity (arms/legs/hands/feet) injury, repetitive stress injuries (neck/back/carpal tunnel syndrome), building site falls/accidents, crush injuries, etc.  

Workers Compensation Complexities

Workers’ compensation claims and the laws/regulations around them are complicated.  Your rights to receive advantages from your  employer’s insurance company  must be protected. It requires a well-versed attorney to understand what must be done to make that happen.  One main concern brought upon by insurance companies is the dispute over the severity of the injury and when the hurt worker can return to work.  Far too often injured employees who need continued medical care and wage replacement have their benefits postponed, denied, or cut-off.

Third-Party Liability for Workers Compensation in Queens

Although the employer is liable for workers’ compensation benefits when there is an injury at the job, oftentimes there is also third-party liability resulting from the same accident.  Through hiring a lawyer, this potential third-party liability can be identified, resulting in an additional personal injury lawsuit filed against the third-party.  In Queens, third-party claims may bring you additional compensation and punitive damages  for many of the losses a personal or workplace injury has caused.  These losses include: past or future medical expenses, loss of relationship with spouse, lost income, emotional distress and mental anguish, pain and suffering, loss of potential income, and disfigurement/scarring.  To discover the potential value of the claim, contacting a skilled attorney is the first step in the right direction.

Contact A Queens Law Office With Workers’ Compensation Experts & Experience

At Savino & Smollar we are committed to obtaining maximum compensation for our clients — with workers’ compensation and personal injury cases being our exclusive focus. If you have been injured and are seeking a potential settlement please speak to Savino & Smollar 917-882-6213   Our in-depth knowledge and experience in our focus practice areas of workers’ compensation and personal injury afford our clients unmatched experience & knowledge to get the best outcome

Social Security Disability Benefits (SSDB) exist to help individuals who have developed or experienced an unforeseen change in their physical or mental ability.  The inability to work and provide for yourself as well as your family is a true hardship — one the attorneys at Savino & Smollar understand perfectly as we’ve pursued such benefits for countless clients.   SSDB provides income for those who are in need of the benefits, however  the application process can be complicated, tedious and quite selective.  With an estimated 60% of applications being denied every year, it is no surprise that most first time applicants are turned away.  For some, these benefits are an absolute necessity, that is why it is very important to have an experienced attorney by your side throughout the process.  Savino & Smollar can assist clients near Queens from any of our three offices: in Manhattan, Queens & Staten Island.

Attaining Your Benefits

There are various disabilities that can prevent someone from having the ability to work. Most underlying, debilitating conditions can make you qualified to receive SSDB.  Unfortunately, based on the guidelines set by the Social Security Administration – normally it takes some effort to prove the extent of these disabilities and be eligible for benefits.  This administration has a definition of what is considered a disability.  The Social Security administration defines a disability that would be eligible for Social Security benefits as: the inability to engage in any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment(s) which may be expected to result in death or which has lasted or should be expected to last for a continuing period of not less than a year.  This definition, on the Social Security Administration website, lays out the basics of what would allow someone to get Social Security Disability Benefits.  They are not the only criteria for applicants.  The other important detail is that you must have worked long enough to be eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits, this time period is usually around 10 years in the workforce.

Social Security Disability Benefits may also be available for a “fixed period” of disability, and therefore you do not have to be permanently out of work to produce a claim; just disabled from doing work for a certain period of time after reaching eligibility. If you do end up qualifying for these benefits, you could be getting paid monthly if your condition lasts a year longer or if your condition lasts the duration of your life.  With a staggering 60% denial rate for first-time benefit applications, the procedure can be very daunting —  which is why getting an experienced lawyer to represent you is of the utmost importance. With a specialist Social Security Disability lawyer fighting for your benefits, the process becomes easier and stress is instantly relieved as you are not fighting alone.

Contact a Lawyer with Social Security Disability Experience In Queens

Finding a knowledgeablel expert lawyer for your case can be a frustrating and scary task,  as many lawyers claim expertise in Social Security Disability Benefits law but don’t have the qualifications or actual experience to fight through all the bureaucratic obstacles required.  At Savino & Smollar you will get a team of attorneys with specific experience in cases just like yours.  This experience comes with a deep knowledge of the law surrounding Social Security Disability cases as well as a network of industry professionals who will investigate your case and identify what is needed to get you the best benefits possible.  Our attorneys (conveniently located near Queens ) will also walk you through every step of your process to ensure that you understand what is being done on your behalf.  If you are disabled and cannot work we encourage you to reach out to us at our office number 917-882-6213.  Together we will fight for, and obtain the maximum benefits possible for you.

Construction is one of the most physically intensive industries so it is no surprise that the construction workers are some of the most prone to injury.  Construction ranks in the top 10 of America’s most dangerous jobs with thousands of employees harmed or killed due to injuries on the job, unsafe working conditions at the  jobsite, and other factors resulting in serious medical problems.   Although it is said that most catastrophes on construction sites can be prevented, when they actually occur you need a qualified attorney to handle the multiple and complex aspects of these claims.  Virtually all construction accidents in New York result in in a Workers’ Compensation claim.  All construction companies, including General and Sub Contractors in the state of NY are required to have workers’ compensation insurance to pay injured workers both financially and by providing proper medical care.  All too often injured workers attempt to navigate this challenging process on their own, causing themselves more stress.  Having an experienced and aggressive attorney at your side will make all the difference between getting the limited benefits the insurance provider wants to offer, versus getting the maximum benefits you deserve.   

Experienced Construction Accident Attorneys

Each year, NY sees hundreds, if not thousands of construction site accidents.  Many of these accidents result in severe physical injury, psychological trauma, and, unfortunately, many deaths.  While some injuries are purely accidental, most are the result of negligence of a third-party.  In addition to claiming medical and cash benefits under the Workers’ Compensation Law, many of these accidents result in significant third-party lawsuits brought against one or more liable parties.  When you cannot sue YOUR employer in New York, you can file claims against other responsible parties, including General Contractors, Sub Contractors, building & land owners, equipment owners & manufacturers and others.  Whether your injury is caused by a scaffold shift or collapse, faulty or poorly placed ladders or steps, unsafe machinery, wall/ceiling/floor collapse, vehicle negligence, improper or lack of safety measures on the job site, a claim may be brought on your behalf.

We have an incredible and experienced team of Construction attorneys who have fought for and won huge amounts of money in settlements for our clients.

For over 50 years, our attorneys  have helped workers in Queens (and the surrounding area)  recover benefits from construction accidents.

There are several ways you can be hurt on a construction site- from the negligence of a General Contractor, to the actions of the Sub Contractor and everything in-between.  There are also many ways you can recover money from such accidents and injuries.  We will identify the liable third-parties and bring the appropriate action in Court.  Our trial attorneys are experienced litigators and negotiators who, on case after case, secure the maximum settlement for our clients.  

Construction Accident Cases We Handle In Queens

The concept of workers’ compensation is intertwined with personal injury when it comes to construction accidents.  While our attorneys are fighting to secure weekly payments and medical benefits for you under the Workers’ Compensation Law, we are also focusing on the liable parties who may be negligent in an injury suit due to the same accident.  

Being one of the very dangerous jobs in the world, construction has an extremely broad definition of what a workplace injury is as there are almost infinite possibilities as to what could happen on the job.  With an infinite amount of possibilities, the investigation may become difficult as all outside factors need to be considered, mainly by the insurance company. Examples of accidents on construction sites include:

• Worker falls from unstable scaffolding or ladders
• Scaffold and ladder collapse/ shift
• Crane collapse/shift
• Falling over debris on the construction site
• Falling from ANY height
• Wall and ceiling collapse
• Falling through floors or improperly covered spaces
• Electrical Shock.
• Falling objects
• Being pinned between, on or under materials
• Struck by vehicles
• Saw, drill & other machinery accidents
• Faulty Machinery
• Chemical burns

These are only an example of how you can be injured.  Each fact pattern presents its challenges.  That’s why having a qualified and experienced lawyer at your side is essential to acquiring the maximum possible benefit. In additional to statutory Workers’ Compensation benefits, our experienced Personal Injury attorneys will seek the maximum benefit for you, including payment for:

• Disability and permanent injuries
• Future medical expenses, including prescription medication and home care
• Monetary damages for Pain and Suffering
• Loss of income and/or inability to earn a future income
• Death claims
• Benefits for spouse and children

Why Should I Hire a Construction Injury Lawyer in Queens ?

You can find so many reasons why you will need a professional NYC construction lawyer on your side. An aggressive lawyer can:

• Investigate your construction accident;
• Deal directly with your employer and insurance company which means you can focus on your recovery;
• Demand compensation for your medical expenses, lost income and more;
• Arrange a medical evaluation if your employer orders you to return to work and you need more time to recuperate
• File a lawsuit for you if your accident was caused by someone working for another company.

Don’t take chances with your future. Take action. Contact Savino & Smollar 917-882-6213

Contact a Queens Lawyer with Construction Injury Experience

Choosing a good lawyer is the most important step in the beginning of a complicated Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation construction accident case.  With many options to choose from, we believe that it’s important to let our potential clients know what they are getting when they have a Savino & Smollar attorney.  Our attorneys have a deep understanding for the laws surrounding construction accidents as we have dealt with countless cases in these areas.   Our firm also offers connections to a network of industry professionals that will help investigate your accident and identify liable parties.  Our attorneys will fight their hardest to keep your rights protected and to help you try and get the best compensation possible for your injury.  If you feel like you have a legitimate construction injury claim please visit our website www,savinosmollar.com or call us at our office: 917-882-6213 to discuss your situation and possible remedies.

Healthcare workers live their lives caring for people that have injuries and illnesses while also being a few of the most at risk workers on the job.  Doctors, nurses, paramedics, and home health employees are all prone to occupational injury or illness.  When this occurs, a skilled & experienced healthcare worker lawyer can seek compensation.  With hospitals having the goal of “do no harm” to patients, they put their own workers at risk.  Oftentimes injuries or illnesses suffered on the job will be written off immediately by the victim as an individual accident with no compensation possible.  This is often the case and if the accident makes its way to the employer they will waive liability and declare that the accident/injury is not covered.  Do not take them at their word as they might not know their own workers’ compensation policy as well as they think.  With the help of an attorney at Savino & Smollar, accidents can be investigated and liable parties will be identified, getting the injured or ill the compensation that they deserve.

Healthcare Injuries and Illnesses

The healthcare industry has many inherent dangers.  This does not mean that being injured on the job is merely “part of the job.” Injured workers, regardless of the risks involved, are entitled to cash benefits and medical coverage under the New York Workers’ Compensation Law.  Under the law, there is no “fault” involved, and workers do not “assume the risk” while working.  Workers injured on the job, while performing their job duties, have an absolute right to the benefits provided by their employer under the law.  A few examples of injuries suffered by healthcare employees include:

• Slips and Falls (on premises or off premises if one goes between patient appointments as part of their job)
• Moving patients/lifting patients
• Lifting/carrying supplies and equipment
• Orthopedic traumatic injuries to extremities
• Needle sticks
• Patient violence
• Disease and chemical exposure

Often these types of injuries will occur and employees will write it off as simply a part of the job, unaware that they could be eligible for compensation.  The healthcare industry has almost double the quantity of reported injuries as any other major industry in NY, yet speaking out about getting compensation is still a hardship for most workers.  Don’t be afraid to speak up as it is your right as a worker in the state of New York to be compensated for your injuries or illnesses sustained on the job.  Going through this process is difficult for anyone and carrying it out alone is never a wise decision. Speaking with an experienced attorney located near Queens about your injury or illness is always the best first step towards compensation.

Contact a Queens Attorney with Healthcare Worker Injury Experience

With expertise and experience in healthcare work injury cases, at Savino & Smollar you’ll get an attorney who has only your best interests in mind.  With a deep knowledge of the law surrounding workers’ compensation and specifically healthcare workers’ compensation, Savino & Smollar attorneys will always fight to keep your rights protected.  With connections to a network of industry professionals and experts, we will investigate your case and identify all liable parties to get you the best compensation possible.  If you feel like you have a valid claim for a healthcare work injury, don’t be afraid to reach out to us: 917.882.6213

The last thing a worker wants to worry about is developing an occupational disease while on the job due to actions beyond their control.  Occupational Diseases aren’t limited to serious illness such as cancer. They could be defined as any ailment that is caused by any work related activity in their specific field.  For instance, Lead Poisoning, Asbestosis, Silicosis, GERD, Asthma, Chronic Rhinitis are just examples of typical Occupational Disease claims from our construction worker clients.  Whether an illness is known as an occupational disease really does depend on the kind of illness.  If an illness were to be classified as an occupational disease, the compensation would fall under the workers’ compensation insurance that most businesses in NY must have.  Your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance will protect you and offer medical & indemnity (cash) benefits for lost income.  Insurance carriers and employers often fight Occupational Disease claims so it is crucial to have an experienced team of attorneys by your side to navigate these difficult cases.

Queens Occupational Disease Lawyer

Occupational disease cases are a little different from most workers’ compensation scenarios. Often there is a delay and some difficulty in identifying the proper, liable insurance carrier.  This usually occurs when employees are used at multiple locations (such as construction workers who may work for multiple employers over the years, and even within the same year).  Occupational Disease claims have a tendency to develop over a period of months and years.  A skilled team of attorneys will help identify the proper employer and liable insurance carrier.   Occupational diseases are not limited to diseases per se, it also includes illnesses such as lead poisoning and respiratory issues caused by your work environment.   Repeated exposure to chemicals is another major reason behinf Occupational Disease claims. These often occur in manufacturing industries.  Respiratory diseases tend to be common and frequently found in construction workers, especially “sand hogs”, who use heavy machinery to dig.  Carpenters, iron workers, laborers, bridge painters and the like are often put through occupational hazards. We’ve decades of experience litigating and winning benefits for our clients in such cases.   Several cases can lead to life-long medical necessities, resulting in large and complex workers’ compensation cases.  We recommend you do not ignore initial signs of a potential workplace injury or occupational disease — have it checked out before you face large ongoing medical bills and have an experienced lawyer research a remedy that will compensate you for your lost time from work.

Occupational Disease Complexities

Some workers’ compensation cases carry a higher level of complexity — occupational disease claims can be even more difficult.  The focal point within an occupational disease case claim is the discovery and timing of the problem involved.  With the proper research and investigation, liable parties can be identified and the correct benefits required to make the injured party whole become evident — leaving little room for the insurance firms to dispute.  With this complication in mind –  it could take a lot of discussion and research between attorney and insurance provider in order to obtain a client the compensation they deserve.  Dealing with this can be some of the most frustrating times in someone’s life and having an experienced lawyer makes the process faster & easier and for that reason less mentally draining.

What is an Occupational Disease?

By definition under the Workers’ Compensation Law, an occupational disease is any medical condition or disorder resulting from the specific factors and requirements of your employment.  For example, if you are an asbestos handler and are diagnosed with asbestosis, this condition would be considered an occupational disease under the law.  If you deal with radioactive substances and develop cancer, this too would be an example of an occupational disease.  Another example of a common occupational disease is lead poisoning from commercial paints.  Many bridge painters have problems with lead poisoning due to daily exposure to lead paint fumes, scrapings and dust.    

Many construction employees suffer from the effects of dust and silica exposure, leading to severe respiratory and gastrointestinal problems.  Many of these conditions are debilitating and can cause long lasting injury or death.  These conditions include GERD, rhinitis, COPD, asbestos-related pleural disease, asbestosis, silicosis, occupational asthma, and many other diagnoses.  

Exactly what is a Repetitive Trauma?

Within the Workers’ Compensation Law, there is no specific designation for “repetitive trauma.”  They are simply physical injuries arising out of repetitive on-the-job movements.  A lot of these kinds of injuries are debilitating and permanent, often resulting in surgery and the necessity for extended medical care & rehabilitation.    Common examples of “repetitive trauma” include 

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
• Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
• Tendonitis
• Cervical & Lumbar Conditions
• Trigger Finger Conditions
• Occupational Hearing Loss
• Occupational Vision loss

Why Do You Need An Experienced Attorney?

As occupational disease and repetitive claims go, they are some of the more difficult cases to win.  Often the insurance company will immediately decline such a claim, resulting in the need for extended litigation.  The injured worker will be called to testify to their job duties, exposure and other factors.  Their doctors will be deposed by the insurance company’s defense team.  It is our job to prepare you for your testimony, ensure the medical documentation is in order, and litigate the matter to a satisfactory result. 

Lawyers with Occupational Disease Experience in Queens

 At Savino & Smollar, we have the experience in handling all types of Occupational Disease and repetitive trauma claims. We will continue to work with you and your doctors to acquire both the medical and wage benefits you are entitled to. If you have developed an Occupational Disease while working, or have questions about the law surrounding these claims, please call us for a FREE CONSULTATION at (917) 882-6213, or visit our website: www.savinosmollar.com   For your convenience we have 3 locations to help clients near Queens: in Manhattan, Queens & Staten Island.

Being involved in a work related accident can be one of the most frustrating situations an individual can experience.  With a large number of workplace injuries occurring in the areas near Queens each year, it is no real surprise that all businesses are required to have workers’ compensation insurance in the state of New York.  The workers’ compensation system in NY is designed to ensure that injured workers receive financial restitution for his or her work-related injuries or illnesses without having to bring their claims to civil court.  Using the support of a skilled and knowledgeable lawyer, we can help you navigate the legal side to facilitate funds for medical bills and making ends meet during recovery.   The attorneys at Savino & Smollar can execute a proper investigation to discover what injuries occurred and who must be held liable.

Queens Occupational Injury Lawyer

With insurance being required in New York, workers’ compensation benefits are not terribly difficult to acquire after experiencing an injury.  The issue comes with determining the correct amount of the compensation throughout the injury or illness.  Realizing that your claim is legitimate is an important part of the workers’ compensation process.  Once the nature and severity of the workplace injury is assessed, we’re able to move your claim forward in a proper and timely manner.  Types of on-the-job accidents that would qualify for compensation:

• Construction site, automotive, factory, and industrial accidents
• Environmental hazards
• Insufficient training or safety rules
• Co-worker accidents
• Amputation due to faulty machines
• Electrocution, burn, repetitive motion, faulty machinery, and crushing injuries
• Head or spine injuries from falling objects 

Knowing your claim is legitimate makes the process significantly more smooth at the beginning but unfortunately the law surrounding occupational injury is complicated.  Having a skilled attorney to help navigate you through this time is crucial as they will always fight so that your rights are protected and that you are compensated as much as needed.

Third-Party Liability in Occupational Injury Claims

In addition to filing a claim against your employer’s insurance company, oftentimes there could be additional third-party liability. Through hiring a lawyer, this third-party can be recognized as being at fault and claims can be brought against them accordingly.  In Queens, third-party claims provide you compensation for most of the losses a personal or workplace injury has caused.  These losses include: past or future medical expenses, loss of relationship with spouse, lost income, emotional distress and mental anguish, pain and suffering, loss in potential income, and disfigurement/scarring.  To discover the value of a claim, contacting a skilled lawyer is the first step in the right direction.

Occupational Injury Complexities

Having a personal injury that is distinctly included in workers’ compensation diminishes some of the strain of being injured but unfortunately there may also be trouble being compensated correctly.  With a large number of occupational injuries across the state, it is no surprise that insurance firms look for places to save lots of money.  They do this by attempting to limit the cash and medical payments made in each claim.  Often they’ll try to diminish the severity of injuries, saying they take less time to come back from than they do or claiming they aren’t as long lasting as the victim says they may be.  The insurance companies have their own doctors who are hired specifically to limit your benefits. Having an experienced attorney with you provides protection from the insurance company, we can fight their doctors, and argue for the maximum amount of benefits possible for your injuries.  

Contact a Queens Attorney with Occupational Injury Expertise

Hiring an Attorney can be a new thing for some people and knowing what you gain from it is vital.  When hiring an attorney from Savino and Smollar you get someone who:

• Has experience & knowledge in cases very similar to yours
• Can investigate your injury and place parties liable
• Will walk you through the procedure
• Makes sure your rights are protected
• Can handle third party investigations and liability

When you have been injured and need legal assistance for proper conclusion to your case, contact the injury lawyers at Savino & Smollar or call us at (917)882-6213

Getting hurt on the job puts one in a stressful and aggravating situation immediately after it occurs.  Involuntary time off from work is not something anyone wants and the only hope is that the injury isn’t permanent.  Looking at weeks or months off is terrifying if your income is a major contributor to your family’s finances.  Along with these worries there are also the financial strains of medical expenses and making ends meet.   Bills from hospitals, doctors and related medical services can be both shocking and frustrating.  Having your future tampered with by an accident is something no one should ever have to go through and having an experienced lawyer is the first step in remedying the situation.  

Queens Personal Injury Attorneys

All companies are required to have workers’ compensation insurance in New York which opens the door for claims to be filed by injured persons.  At Savino & Smollar we assist clients in this process by investigating the accident, identifying the responsible parties, and filing the proper legal claim.   With offices near Queens, our experienced attorneys can navigate you through this long and often frustrating legal process so you can concentrate on getting the correct health care and recover from your injuries. We have the knowledge, skill & experience to get you the money you deserve.  Oftentimes insurance companies will attempt and dispute these claims, so knowing what constitutes a personal workplace injury is important.  Some of the main types of on-the-job accidents include:

• Construction , automotive, factory, and industrial accidents
• Environmental hazards
• Insufficient training or safety rules
• Co-worker accidents
• Amputation due to faulty machines
• Electrocution, burns, faulty machinery, and crush injuries
• Head or spine injuries from falling objects 

Although the employer may be at fault in some cases, in others there is third-party liability (someone other than your employer) in addition to a workers’ compensation claim.  By hiring a lawyer, we can identify the third-party and file an injury claim.  The third party can be determined as being responsible and claims can be brought against them accordingly.  In Queens, third-party claims will bring you compensation for many of the losses a personal or workplace injury has caused.  These losses include: past or future medical bills, loss of relationship with spouse, lost wages, emotional distress and mental anguish, pain and suffering, loss in potential income, and disfigurement/scarring.  To discover the value of the claim, contacting a skilled attorney is the first step in the correct direction.

Personal Injury Complexities 

Oftentimes, in workplace injury cases, the insurance companies will attempt to dispute the severity of the injury as well as the recovery time.  The laws around this are complicated and to truly navigate it in the most optimal way, a skilled lawyer is necessary.  Your right to the employer’s insurance must be protected as it is what keeps your household stable in the troubling time of being injured. 

Contact a Queens Attorney with Personal Workplace Injury Expertise

Hiring an attorney can be a new thing for many people and knowing what you can gain is really important.  When hiring an lawyer from Savino & Smollar you get a legal professional who:

• Understands the laws governing your case
• Will investigate your injury and spot liabilities
• Has experience completing similar cases
• Will go through the entire legal process with you
• Ensures your rights are protected
• Can handle third party investigations and prove liability

When you have been injured and are seeking a potential settlement; contact Savino & Smollar / (917)882-6213

Repetitive stress injuries, otherwise known as repetitive motion injuries, are regrettably common in a lot of NY workplaces.  Being some of the most devastating types of injuries, they occur all over the body, mostly in the hands, arms, and neck.  These types of injuries cause damage to the tendons, nerves, and muscles from years of improper and excessive use.  These injuries are often as painful and debilitating as injuries which come from serious accidents. Completing the same repetitive task for months or years can cause trauma leading to orthopedic injuries. Though it is commonplace for workers, current and retired, to write off these injuries as part of the work, they remain covered under the New York State Workers’ Compensation law.  You may be eligible for ongoing medical care, weekly benefits and permanent injury awards if you have been affected by repetitive trauma injuries.  Oftentimes, there is no specific traumatic accident to trace the injury back to in these repetitive injury claims. Many times they involve a more complicated kind of workers’ compensation case and hiring a skilled lawyer is a wise step in the right direction when pursuing benefits.

Repetitive Stress Injury in Queens

Within the workers’ compensation system, repetitive stress injuries are dealt with in the same manner as other workplace injuries.  Most businesses in New York are required to have workers’ compensation insurance.  While they are some of the most typical injuries in the workplace, repetitive stress injuries don’t have a particular date and time for you to trace the injury back to, thus making it more tedious to develop a claim.  Often, injured workers who develop these repetitive stress injuries have worked for multiple employers over the course of years.  It is crucial to have the right attorney assisting you in identifying the liable employer, obtaining the proper medical report, and filing a timely claim.  There are many types  of repetitive stress injuries, and they come from all kinds of workplaces.  Certain industries have a higher rate of repetitive stress and trauma incidents, including carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, knee & shoulder injuries,  neck & back claims and dozens more.  Some examples of workplaces that are at higher risk for repetitive stress injuries are workplaces that have consistent interaction with:

• Vibrating Machinery (jackhammers, etc) 
• General construction (including use of tools like screwdrivers, hammers & wrenches)
• Computer use
• Industrial & commercial painting
• Driving (including bus & train operators, taxi and car-for-hire drivers, etc. 

These above examples are but some of the industries affected by repetitive stress injuries. These illnesses are serious and require significant medical attention.  Frequently these injuries require continued medical attention for the remainder of a patients’ life, and inhibit a person’s ability to return to work.  Most Workers’ Compensation laws are complicated and frustrating to non-experts, thus having a skilled lawyer from Queens is of the utmost importance.

Repetitive Stress Injury Disputes

Many times identifying the liable party in a repetitive stress claim is difficult and time consuming.  Insurance companies will often try to blame one another in an effort to avoid liability. By using an educated and experienced repetitive stress attorney, utilizing their network of industry professionals, they can investigate your claim and get you the compensation you deserve.  Without a team working to prove your claim and getting you the benefits you need, getting compensation becomes quite difficult as insurance representatives look for any excuse to not pay for medical and indemnity benefits.

Contact A Queens Lawyer with Repetitive Stress Injury Experience

Pursuing a claim for workplace injuries can be complicated & stressful but having an experienced lawyer by your side makes the process faster & easier.  At Savino & Smollar we have Repetitive Stress Injury expertise and will fight to protect your rights and get you the workers’ compensation benefits you deserve.  Insurance firms will try to blame your injury on outside causes, but our lawyers will allow you to prove that your injuries are due to on-the-job repetitive bodily stress.  If you would like to discuss your claim, call us today at 917-882-6213