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Staten Island Workers Compensation Information
Workplace accidents occur almost on a daily basis in New York. There are certain employees such as construction workers and roadway workers that are in constant danger of injury. But workers compensation is available to anyone injured at any workplace. Employers are legally obligated to their employees to provide a safe environment for their workers. Staten Island workers compensation exists to provide benefits to workers while they recover from their injuries. It is important that workers know and understand their legal rights.
Who is eligible for workers compensation?
Employees who have been injured while performing their duties may be eligible for workers compensation as they recover from their injuries. Additional benefits may be available to workers who have become disabled and are no longer able to work. The family of someone killed on a jobsite in Staten Island may be eligible for workers compensation benefits as well.
Staten Island workers compensation benefits do not often fully compensate injured workers for all damages suffered. New York law prevents employees from suing their employers directly for a work-related accident. With the assistance of a Staten Island workers injury attorney, injured employees may file lawsuits against other negligent parties responsible for the accident. If the negligence of a third party (someone other than the employer) contributed to the accident, then, they could also be held liable for the injuries caused. Examples of third parties are equipment manufacturers, property owners, supervisors and fellow employees. Such claims against a third party are known as "third party claims."
What Does Workers Compensation Cover?
Workers compensation benefits usually cover:
- Medical expenses: Emergency care fees, surgery bills, prescription drugs and medical equipment may all be covered.
- Loss of earnings: All present and future wages that are lost because of the injury should be included in a settlement.
- Pain and suffering: This refers to the physical pain and suffering as a result of the injuries.
- Long-term disability: In some cases where major injuries are involved, the worker may not be able to return to work for a lengthy period of time. In cases where catastrophic injuries are involved, the worker may never be able to return to work.
- Wrongful death: When a worker is killed in an on-the-job accident, the consequences can be devastating to his or her family. This could be potentially devastating financially, especially if the family has lost its primary wage earner.
Contacting an Experienced Workers Compensation Lawyer
Every case is different and must be carefully reviewed by a skilled and knowledgeable Staten Island on the job injury lawyer. The workers compensation lawyers at Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro & Halperin, LLP can help you determine what kind of settlement may be available to you. We understand how important your income is to you and your family. There are many instances where workers lose their ability to work and their livelihood as a result of accidents, which could have been prevented or altogether avoided. Please call our offices to get more information about how to pursue your legal rights.
