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.

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.

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 ...

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.
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 ...
Newport Dispatch

5 correction officers arrested on fraud charges in Ulster County

Five current and former New York State correction officers were arrested for allegedly defrauding the state's workers' compensation system of more than $15,000, authorities announced today. The ...
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.