New York City Workers’ Compensation & Work Injury Lawyers
Top-Rated NYC Work Injury Attorneys
If you were hurt in a workplace accident in New York City, the experienced NYC work injury lawyers at Greenstein & Pittari, LLP are here to protect your rights. With offices in Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Yonkers, and Nassau County, we fight for injured workers across all five boroughs.
- No Fee Unless We Win – Our Fee Guarantee
- Local Harlem office plus 6 other convenient NYC locations
- Bilingual legal services available
- Recognized by Best Lawyers & Super Lawyers
Call 1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462) today for a free consultation with a trusted New York City workers’ compensation attorney.
Workers’ Compensation vs. Personal Injury Claims in NYC
Workers’ Compensation in New York City
Most NYC employers are legally required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Benefits may include:
- Full medical treatment and rehabilitation
- Wage replacement (⅔ of average weekly wage × disability % within state maximums)
- Disability benefits (partial or total)
- Vocational retraining
- Death benefits for dependents
Workers’ comp is a no-fault system, but it does not cover pain and suffering or full lost wages.
Third-Party Work Injury Lawsuits in NYC
If your workplace accident was caused by a negligent third party-such as a contractor, subcontractor, property owner, driver, or equipment manufacturer-you may be eligible to file a third-party personal injury lawsuit in addition to your workers’ comp claim.
Damages in NYC third-party cases may include:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma and PTSD
- Loss of quality of life or companionship
- Funeral and burial costs (wrongful death cases)
- Full lost earnings beyond workers’ comp limits
The statute of limitations for most NYC third-party work injury lawsuits is three years.
Common Workplace Accidents in New York City
Frequent NYC Workplace Accidents
- Construction accidents (cranes, scaffolds, ladders, tools, heavy machinery)
- Falls from heights (roofs, scaffolds, ladders)
- Struck by falling debris or objects
- Slip and fall accidents on unsafe surfaces
- Ceiling, trench, or wall collapses
- Motor vehicle crashes while on the job
- Chemical exposure and toxic fumes
- Repetitive stress and overexertion injuries
- Workplace assaults due to negligent security
Serious Work Injuries in NYC
- Traumatic brain injuries (concussions, TBIs)
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Fractures, broken bones, and amputations
- Crush injuries and nerve damage
- Severe burns and scarring
- Internal organ damage
- Psychological injuries, including PTSD
- Fatal workplace accidents
Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim in New York City
Eligibility
Nearly all NYC workers – including full-time, part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees – are covered. Independent contractors misclassified by employers may also qualify.
Deadlines for NYC Workers’ Comp Claims
- Notify your employer within 30 days of the accident (in writing).
- File your claim with the Workers’ Compensation Board within 2 years (Form C-3).
Filing Steps
- Get immediate medical treatment from a Board-authorized provider.
- Notify your employer within 30 days.
- File the Employee Claim (Form C-3).
- Employer files Form C-2 within 10 days.
- Insurer must respond or begin payments within 18 days.
Workers’ Comp Benefits in New York City
Approved claims may provide:
- Medical care (hospital, surgery, therapy, prescriptions, rehab)
- Lost wages (about ⅔ of average weekly wage × disability %)
- Reduced earning capacity benefits (if returning to lower-paying work)
- Permanent injury awards (Schedule Loss of Use for limbs, scarring, etc.)
- Vocational retraining
- Death benefits for dependents (⅔ of wages + funeral expenses)
- Reimbursement for travel and medical supplies
IMEs & Appeals in NYC Workers’ Comp Cases
Insurers often send injured workers for Independent Medical Examinations (IME) to try to minimize or deny claims. Our NYC work injury attorneys prepare you for these exams and fight biased reports.
If your claim is denied, you can:
- Request a hearing before a Workers’ Compensation Judge.
- Appeal to a three-judge panel at the Board.
- File further appeals with the Appellate Division.
NYC Labor Laws Protecting Workers
New York has some of the strongest labor laws in the nation:
- Labor Law 200: Requires safe worksites and equipment.
- Labor Law 240 (Scaffold Law): Provides strict liability for falls and falling object injuries.
- Labor Law 241: Requires safety standards for demolition, excavation, and construction sites.
These laws are especially powerful for NYC construction accident cases.
How Our New York City Work Injury Lawyers Help
At Greenstein & Pittari, LLP, our NYC workers’ comp lawyers:
- File your claim correctly and on time
- Coordinate medical evidence and IMEs
- Handle denials and appeals
- Pursue third-party lawsuits alongside workers’ comp
- Negotiate with insurers and litigate when needed
- Protect against employer and insurer tactics to deny benefits
Contact Our NYC Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
Navigating the New York workers’ compensation system can be overwhelming-especially while you’re recovering from serious injuries. Let us handle the filings, hearings, and negotiations so you can focus on healing.
Call 1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462) today for a free consultation with an experienced New York City workers’ compensation attorney. You pay nothing unless we win your case.