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Monthly Archives: January 2018

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Companies Pay Billions Of Dollars For Poor Workplace Ergonomics

By Michael Lawrence Varon, PLLC |

Companies expect that new employees will require training to get them up to speed on daily tasks and workplace policies. When it comes to workplace ergonomics, however, most employees get little or no training. Employers don’t think this type of training is necessary, but they end up paying billions in workers’ compensation benefits when… Read More »

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VA Retirees And Disability Recipients To See Biggest Raise In Six Years

By Michael Lawrence Varon, PLLC |

Disabled and retired veterans will see a change in their benefits paychecks soon. But they shouldn’t worry—this is a positive change. Vets will be getting a cost of living increase in their checks starting in January 2018. The 2 percent raise in pay will be the largest since 2012. There was no increase in… Read More »

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New York Man Faces Workers’ Compensation Fraud Charges

By Michael Lawrence Varon, PLLC |

There are many people who are truly injured on the job and have their workers’ compensation claims denied. Then there are those who suffer injuries outside of the workplace and get their claims approved. Because of this, workers’ compensation fraud affects everyone. And it’s becoming more and more popular as people try to cash… Read More »

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New Savings Plan Available To New Yorkers With Disabilities

By Michael Lawrence Varon, PLLC |

Are you disabled and need money to pay for medical expenses? Do you live in New York and qualify for Social Security Disability benefits? If so, you may be able to take advantage of a new savings plan. Medical bills can be costly, especially if you have a long-term disability. Paying for these expenses… Read More »

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Secretly Videotaped Man Still Eligible For Workers’ Compensation Benefits

By Michael Lawrence Varon, PLLC |

Insurance companies are in the business of making money, so they try to delay or deny claims as often as possible. Even after a worker has been deemed eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits, some insurers will go to great lengths to catch workers in the act of doing something deceitful. A New York… Read More »

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