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It's Time To Put Workers Over Profits
March 12, 2021
$1.6 BILLION. That's how much insurance companies profited from the NY workers' comp system in 2018. It's time to put workers over profits.
COVID-19 Vaccine Assistance
February 8, 2021
To all of our valued clients: If you are now eligible for a COVID vaccine and do not have anyone to help you navigate online, or a computer to schedule an appointment, please feel free to call the office and ask for Kate.
1.6 Billion = Profit For Insurance Companies
January 22, 2021
According to a report by "The Center for New York City Affairs", in 2018, workers' compensation insurance company profits increased to $1.6 billion.
Essential Workers Continue to Struggle for Covid-Related Workers' Comp and Death Benefits
December 1, 2020
Eight months into the coronavirus outbreak in New York, frontline workers and their families continue to struggle to receive workers' compensation and death benefits for covid-related injuries incurred on the job. A Gotham Gazette analysis of claim data from the Workers' Compensation Board reveals that fewer than 2% of workplace injury claims associated with the virus have had lost wages awarded through the Board, while thousands remain in limbo.
Do you think you contracted COVID at work?
November 2, 2020
Do you think you contacted COVID at work. Here is the information you need to file a claim.
NY Workers' Compensation Board by The Numbers
October 28, 2020
NY Workers' Compensation Board by The Numbers. Where the money comes from and how it is spent by the board.
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