Workers Compensation Lawyer Southeast Yonkers, NY - Markhoff & Mittman P.C.
If you were injured or developed an illness at your place of work, you may qualify to file a workers compensation claim. If the accident happened in Southeast Yonkers, NY, you most likely searched workers compensation lawyer Southeast Yonkers, NY.
You found Markhoff & Mittman P.C. Yonkers law office, let us help you.
Markhoff & Mittman, P.C. // Yonkers Law Office
51 Smart Ave #200A, Yonkers, NY 10704
(914) 600-3874
Frequent Workers’ Comp Issues
When an employee is injured on the job, he/she should go to the nearest hospital emergency room. A worker who suffers an injury on-the-job should contact his/her employer as soon as possible. An employer must provide immediate first aid to an injured worker. Employers may also require workers to obtain permission before going to the doctor. If a worker needs surgery, he/she may need to take time off from work. An employer may ask an injured worker to submit to a physical examination by a physician selected by the company.
Our legal team specializes in workers' compensation law. We give you a leg up against other workers' comp lawyers. We want to help you win your workers' comp case.
Who is Eligible for Filing a Workers' Compensation Claim?
Workers' compensation covers accidental injuries, diseases, and illnesses that occur while working. Most workers' compensation plans cover these types of injuries and illnesses. Workers' compensation also covers accidental injuries, diseases and illnesses that happen when working. These injuries and illnesses include carpal tunnel syndrome, repetitive motion injuries, and work related cancers. Workers' compensation does not require an employee to prove fault before receiving benefits. Many states have deadlines of 2 years to file claims. Employees should be sure to report any workplace injuries to their employer within 30 days of occurrence.
Types of Workers’ Comp Cases We Handle
We help people get back what they deserve after an injury. We've been helping injured workers for decades. Our attorneys are dedicated to helping injured workers recover fair compensation for lost wages, medical bills, rehabilitation costs, pain and suffering, and more. We handle all kinds of cases including:
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
• Repetitive Motion Injuries
• Work-Related Cancer
• Other On The Job Accidents
• Workers' Compensation Claims
What Is Workers' Compensation?
The purpose of workers' compensation is to pay employees for lost wages or medical expenses due to accidents at work. It's paid by employers instead of employees. The benefit is based on how much money it would cost to replace the employee if he/she were unable to work.
Why Do I Need a Workers’ Comp Attorney?
Workers' Compensation lawyers help injured workers receive compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. A worker's compensation lawyer can also help the company pay for the worker's medical care.
What Happens If My Workers’ Comp Claim Is Denied?
Workers' compensation claims must be filed within 90 days or else the claimant loses the right to appeal. A letter may be sent to the insurance company asking for a hearing. The insurance company will send a letter back stating when and where the hearing will take place. If the claim was denied, call the law firm immediately to discuss your options.
