A denied New York workers’ compensation claim does not always end your case. A workers’ compensation insurance carrier may controvert your initial claim and require the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board to decide whether benefits are payable. A separate process applies if a Workers’ Compensation Law Judge has already issued a decision and you […]
Category Archives: Workers’ Compensation
Returning to work after a summer workplace injury should begin with medical clearance, written work restrictions, and a clear understanding of the duties you can safely perform. Before your first shift back, confirm what your treating health care provider has authorized, what your employer expects, whether your hours or pay will change, and how returning […]
If you teach or work in a Buffalo-area school, New York workers’ compensation may cover medical care and part of your lost wages when an injury or illness arises out of your job. Teachers, aides, paraprofessionals, custodians, nurses, cafeteria workers, bus staff, coaches, administrators, and other school employees can face risks that include falls, lifting […]
If you are injured while working at a summer festival, concert, fair, food event, or community celebration in Buffalo, NY, or elsewhere in Western New York, your injury may qualify for New York workers’ compensation benefits. Coverage generally depends on whether you were working as an employee and whether the injury arose out of your […]
Seasonal employment increases significantly during the summer months across Buffalo and Western New York, especially in construction, hospitality, landscaping, and retail. These roles often involve physical labor, fast-paced conditions, and limited onboarding, which raises the likelihood of workplace injuries. Many seasonal employees are unsure whether they qualify for workers’ compensation benefits after an accident, but […]
Summer overtime across New York often increases workplace injury risk and creates complications in workers’ compensation claims. Extended shifts in construction, healthcare, warehousing, and service industries lead to fatigue, inconsistent scheduling, and higher chances of accidents. Wage calculations also become more complex when overtime earnings fluctuate or form a large portion of weekly income. Cole, […]
Summer overtime is common across Buffalo and Western New York workplaces, especially in construction, healthcare, hospitality, and logistics. When injuries occur during these high-earning periods, overtime can directly impact average weekly wage calculations, benefit amounts, and insurer evaluations. Cole, Sorrentino, Hurley, Hewner & Gambino, P.C. represents injured workers across Buffalo and surrounding areas and regularly […]
A summer workplace injury in Buffalo, NY should be handled quickly, calmly, and in writing. Get medical care, tell your employer what happened, document the conditions, and keep copies of every medical note, work restriction, and benefits notice. New York workers’ compensation may cover medical care and wage benefits when an injury or illness is […]
Cole, Sorrentino, Hurley, Hewner & Gambino, P.C. helps injured workers in Buffalo understand what workers’ compensation may cover after a summer construction job injury. In New York, workers’ compensation can pay for authorized medical care, a portion of lost wages, benefits for certain permanent impairments, and survivor benefits when a fatal work accident occurs. Construction […]
During the summer months, construction activity in Buffalo, Batavia, Hamburg, and Niagara Falls ramps up significantly, leading to busier job sites and more complex projects. Cole, Sorrentino, Hurley, Hewner & Gambino, P.C. emphasizes that while the warmer weather brings opportunities for construction growth, it also increases the likelihood of workplace injuries. Construction workers are exposed […]