A guide to filing workers' compensation claims for on-the-job accidents

Here are seven things to know about what is covered under New York State workers' compensation law and how to apply for benefits.

Dr. Vadim Lerman, LI spinal surgeon accused of medically questionable procedures, asks court to reinstate ability to treat injured workers

In April, the State Workers' Compensation Board told Dr. Vadim Lerman, associate director of spine surgery at Total ...

5 NYS Corrections Officers Arrested In Probe Into Fraudulent Sick Leave, Workers' Comp Schemes

The 18-month-long investigation looked into concerns at the Ulster and Wallkill Correctional Facilities, according to the Ulster County DA.
KYMA

6 big workers' compensation mistakes (that could cost your business)

NEXT reports six costly workers' compensation mistakes businesses make, emphasizing compliance, employee coverage, and injury ...

Five NY correction officers accused in $15K workers' comp fraud scheme

Five current and former NYS DOCCS employees have been arrested for reportedly defrauding the state's workers' compensation system.
WBNG

Corrections officers charged with grand larceny after workers’ compensation & sick leave schemes

Five current and former New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, or DOCCS, employees for schemes to defraud the department’s compensation system.
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Five NY correction officers charged in sick leave and fraud schemes

Five current and former New York State correction officers have been arrested following an 18-month investigation into fraudulent sick leave and workers’ compensation claims at two Ulster County ...