Almost any type of work-related illness or injury is covered through New York’s workers’ compensation system. This no-fault system is designed to help injured workers make ends meet while recovering from a work-related accident. This sounds pretty straightforward. Yet, insurance companies are known to try and limit the amount of compensation injured workers can recover.

Since the 1950s, Caruso, Spillane, Leighton, Contrastano, Gold & Fox, P.C., has focused almost exclusively on advocating for injured workers throughout New York. Whether you are unable to work because of a repetitive motion injury or due to severe back pain, we can help you secure the full amount of compensation you are entitled. Our work-related injury attorneys have an intricate understanding of our New York’s workers’ compensation system. We know what pitfalls to avoid to fight back against wrongfully delayed or denied claims.

If you have experienced on-the-job injuries, you will need to notify your employer within 30 days of the accident. A formal workers’ compensation claim will then be made with New York’s Workers’ Compensation Board. This is just the beginning. Contact our New York City injury lawyers for help navigating the legal system in an effort to secure the compensation you are entitled to. We represent injured workers throughout the five boroughs.

After filing a workers’ compensation claim, a doctor will evaluate you to determine the extent of your condition. You can select your own doctor, but your insurance company can also select a doctor to conduct an independent medical evaluation. Often, doctors have conflicting findings.

This can add complexity to helping you secure the benefits you are entitled. Our Brooklyn workers’ compensation attorneys have more than 100 years of collective experience handling contested claims. We are not afraid to go up against powerful insurance companies. All of our claims are prepared with enough evidence to fully explain the seriousness of our clients’ work-related injuries and occupational claims, involving:

• Knee, shoulder, hand and foot injuries
• Back, neck and spinal cord injuries
• Carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome and tendinitis

• Asbestosis and silicosis
• Mesothelioma
• Toxic exposure

Whether you were in a construction accident, manufacturing accident or have suffered a repetitive motion injury in an office setting, we are committing to helping you secure the compensation you need. We know how to overcome any attempts made by insurance companies to try and limit your financial recovery. We will make sure you are evaluated by an experienced doctor prepared to make the right determination in your case.

Some workers’ compensation law firms quickly turn injury cases around. That has been our focus for more than 60 years. We offer a hands-on approach. Our attorneys want to know you so we can effectively advocate to help you secure the compensation you are entitled. Put our firm’s experience, dedication and legal resources to work for you. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.