Construction Industry Making Effort to Cast Doubt on Worker Injury Claims
- posted: Apr. 30, 2025
Even when insurance companies have a duty to compensate victims of construction accidents, they often seek ways to reduce their exposure. High medical costs and the severity of these incidents Read More
Workers’ Compensation Board Seeks Judgment Against New England Patriots Based on Road Game in New York
- posted: Apr. 16, 2025
Employees on a payroll in New York must be covered by workers’ compensation insurance regardless of where their employer’s headquarters is located or how long they’ll be working in the Read More
New York Construction Worker Dies After Cherry Picker Hits Beam
- posted: Mar. 31, 2025
Aerial work platforms, commonly referred to as “cherry pickers,” are common sights when construction, repairs, painting or cleaning are required on a structure that rises high above the ground. While Read More
Federal Cutbacks Could Affect Handling of Social Security Disability Claims
- posted: Mar. 16, 2025
As the new presidential administration makes changes to federal government operations, recipients of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits might have more difficulty obtaining the benefits they’re entitled to. Even Read More
Workplace Injuries Rising in New York State
- posted: Feb. 16, 2025
It would seem that technological advances and the experience gained regarding the prevention of workplace injuries would lead to fewer employees getting hurt on the job. Unfortunately, this is not Read More
New York Court Approves Workers’ Comp Benefits Despite Employee’s Alleged Intoxication
- posted: Jan. 16, 2025
One of the most important aspects of the workers’ compensation system is that employees are not required to prove fault on someone else’s part to collect benefits. However, in some Read More
How Are Work Credits Calculated in a Social Security Disability Insurance Claim?
- posted: Dec. 16, 2024
Obtaining government benefits can be crucial to a family when a breadwinner is unable to work for an extended period of time due to injury or illness. However, eligibility standards Read More
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid in Your New York Workers' Compensation Claim
- posted: Nov. 15, 2023
Securing your rights in a New York Workers' Compensation claim can be challenging. The complexities of the system demand attention to detail and a strategic approach. At Peter M. Cordovano, Read More
Tips for a Successful Workers' Compensation Appeal in New York
- posted: Nov. 15, 2023
Navigating the workers' compensation system in New York can be complex, and when a claim is denied, it can add stress and uncertainty to an already challenging situation. At Peter Read More
Mental Health in Workers' Compensation Cases: The Emotional Toll of Workplace Injuries
- posted: Apr. 24, 2023
As a workers' compensation attorney, I've seen firsthand the emotional and psychological impact that work-related injuries can have on my clients. Whether it's a serious physical injury or a traumatic Read More
Social Security Disability Back Pay: Understand & Maximize Your Benefits
- posted: Apr. 24, 2023
As a Social Security Disability (SSD) attorney with over 30 years of experience practicing in New York State, I understand how overwhelming it can be to navigate the complexities of Read More
Three Injured Officers Struggle to Receive Disability Pensions
- posted: Aug. 09, 2017
The New York Daily News recently reported that three members of the NYPD have been rendered unable to work but have failed in their attempt to collect their disability pensions. Read More
What to Expect from the Independent Medical Examination
- posted: Jul. 23, 2017
When you apply for workers’ compensation benefits in New York, the insurance carrier may request that you undergo an independent medical examination (IME). Despite the name, the IME is seen as Read More
EMT Struggles to Obtain NYCERS Disability Benefits.
- posted: Jun. 26, 2017
A recent report in the New York Post detailed the challenges confronted by one young man who is significantly and permanently disabled as a result of multiple injuries, both physical Read More
Toxic Exposure in the Workplace
- posted: May 22, 2017
Injuries received from dangerous chemicals can have some of the longest-lasting effects on your quality of life. In some cases, workers who have been exposed to dangerous substances have even Read More
Closed-Period Applications for Disability Benefits
- posted: Apr. 20, 2017
Sometimes the application period for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can be so lengthy that your condition will have improved by the time your application has been approved. Even though Read More
