Category Archives: White Plains Workers Compensation Lawyer
New York Working To Protect Workers From Extreme Heat
New York City is taking steps to strengthen protections for workers exposed to extreme heat under a new executive order aimed at reducing heat-related illnesses and injuries. On June 22, the mayor signed Executive Order No. 17, “Protecting Workers From Extreme Heat.” The order directs several city agencies to develop heat illness prevention guidance,… Read More »
Horse Carriage Death In Central Park Sparks Possible Reform
The death of a tourist who jumped from a runaway horse-drawn carriage in Central Park in early June has prompted union drivers to renew calls for the installation of hitching posts throughout the area. After talking with carriage owners and drivers, the president of the Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 100 says that hitching… Read More »
Construction Worker Injured After Falling Into Trench
Construction sites can be very dangerous. Trenches can be especially treacherous due to their depths and threat of collapse. This was recently the case in New York. A construction worker recently fell into a trench, requiring an extensive rescue operation. The incident happened on the morning of July 8 in East Harlem. Emergency crews… Read More »
NY Deli Worker Stabbed While Trying To Prevent Shoplifting
Some jobs are more dangerous than others. Depending on the situation, even working at a deli can be a tough gig. A deli worker is recovering from a stabbing after they attempted to stop a shoplifting in progress. The worker was stabbed by the shoplifter on the morning of May 22 at a deli… Read More »
“Batman Villain” Denied Workers’ Compensation For Psychological Injuries
A recent workers’ compensation case in New York raised an unusual question: Can a worker recover benefits for psychological injuries after working in extremely unpleasant conditions? The outcome shows that proving psychological injuries is much harder than proving physical ones. The case, Wallace v. New York School Support Services, Inc., involved a custodial employee… Read More »
Electrician Killed In Workplace Accident At Burgard High School
A workplace accident in New York has claimed the life of a beloved father. The electrical contractor was found dead at a Buffalo Public School District (BPS) high school on February 20. The electrical contractor died at Burgard High School while working at the school. The man was at the school outside of business… Read More »
How Video Technology Is Transforming Construction Safety In New York
New safety technology is helping companies across many industries cut workers’ compensation claims and curb fraud. But in construction, the impact is especially visible — and it’s all caught on camera. Arrowsight, a safety technology company that specializes in video-based behavioral coaching and analytics, originally developed its technology for industries such as healthcare, food… Read More »
New York Drugstore Employee Cut Off Workers’ Comp Benefits Due To Fraud
An injured worker has the right to receive compensation if they are truly injured during the course of their job duties. However, workers could lose out on benefits if they lie, exaggerate, or stretch the truth. A former drugstore employee in New York claimed he suffered a psychological injury at work, citing harassment and… Read More »
NY Workers’ Compensation Board Bans Spinal Surgeon
A New York court has upheld a decision by the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board to bar a spinal surgeon from treating injured workers under the state’s workers’ compensation system. The ruling confirms that the board acted within its authority when it denied the physician’s request to continue treating patients whose care is… Read More »
Man Hit In Head By Tractor, Killed In New York Workplace Accident
Accidents can happen anywhere. You may experience them in your home, on the road, while running errands, or even while at work. Sadly, a New York man experienced a fatal accident while at work. He died after getting hit by a tractor. The incident happened on the morning of January 22. A 27-year-old man… Read More »