According to worker’s compensation lawyers, there are a lot of mistakes to be made after an accident or injury. From not going to the hospital right away to admitting fault, worker compensation law firms have seen it all. Experienced worker’s compensation attorneys Littman and Babiarz have one piece of advice for those who have a potential claim: If you are …
Employee vs Independent Contractor, How NY Workers Compensation Impacts Each
The relationships between employers and employees and that between employers and independent contractors pose significant differences under New York law. This is important when considering whether or not an employer must obtain workers’ compensation insurance coverage for workers. While this article will provide some guidance, Littman & Babiarz Attorneys at Law, workers’ compensation lawyers in Syracuse, Auburn, Ithaca and Elmira, …
Personal Injury Cases Increase With the Rise of Outdoor Activity
As more of us are enjoying the outdoors during the warm summer months, the risks of personal injuries typically increase. Professions with heightened outdoor responsibilities usually experience more accidents and injuries.Those who administer and maintain recreational places sometimes take too many shortcuts and their negligence can endanger innocent pleasure seekers. Heightened outdoor activity can take the following forms: Construction work …
The Workers Compensation Attorney’s Role in the Compensation Claims Process
If you live in Central New York and have recently suffered an injury or illness due to an accident at your workplace or because of the negligence of your employer, you may have many questions: What kind of benefits can I receive? Do I need a lawyer to represent me? What can a lawyer do for me? You are entitled …
Personal Injury Law vs Workers Compensation in New York
Littman & Babiarz, Attorneys at Law, are experienced workers compensation and personal injury lawyers serving Auburn, Syracuse, Ithaca and Elmira New York. In this article, they outline the differences between personal injury law and workers compensation law in The State of New York. There are key differences that affect how you file a claim and the types of benefits you …