A "repetitive stress injury" refers to a broad array of health conditions resulting from repeating the same motion over and over again. In most cases, tissue is damaged, a tendon or bursa sac is inflamed, or a muscle is strained. If you've ever heard someone mention their carpal tunnel syndrome or tennis... read more →
Sep
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Aug
17
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2016 there were approximately 2.9 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses reported. Workplace injuries are indeed common, but that does not make your injury common. The lawyers at Gielowski, Federice and Caligiuri have been helping injured workers obtain the Workers Compensation benefits to... read more →
Aug
16
If you’ve been injured in a work accident and have a NYS worker’s comp case pending, you should know that not all Doctor’s accept worker’s compensation insurance. The NYS Worker’s Comp Board compiles a list of Doctor’s who are authorized to treat injured workers. To search for a Doctor near... read more →
Aug
16
Knee injuries are one of the most common cause of injury at work and can keep you out of the workforce for a long period of time – maybe even permanently. So it's important to not only get immediate medical aid, but also to pursue New York workers' compensation to cover the... read more →
Jun
22
If you enjoy working with your employer, you might feel hesitant to pursue a workers' compensation case. After all, you don't want to make life difficult for a reasonable boss, and you don't want to harm a business that has earned your loyalty. Don't worry. New York's workers' compensation laws can actually... read more →
May
11
In 2014, over 80,000 workers suffered head-related injuries, such as concussions in the workplace, reports Grainger Industrial Supply. Whether you bumped your head on equipment or took a fall on a factory floor, the effects of a head injury aren't always immediate. So what you initially thought was a harmless bump... read more →
Apr
23
As the name suggests, repetitive motion injuries occur when a person repeatedly performs a certain physical task, leading to chronic pain, swelling, and weakness. The repeated task doesn't necessarily have to be strenuous, such as lifting heavy boxes. Even something as mundane as typing can lead to a repetitive motion... read more →
Feb
22
When most people hear the phrase "workplace injuries," they might picture machinery accidents or falls involving hazardous factory railings or floors. However, injuries with a subtle and gradual onset, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, are also common contributors in workers' compensation cases. What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Repetitive hand motions... read more →
Feb
15
Welders have an important job to do, and unfortunately that job often puts them at risk in a variety of ways. With that in mind, all welders should be aware of the dangers surrounding them on a daily basis. Consider the following factors that increase the likelihood of occupational injuries. Skin... read more →
Feb
08
New York State is home to unique scaffolding laws that can play a significant role in local workers' compensation claims. These laws draw both praise and criticism, and their overall effectiveness is often up for debate. Nevertheless, it's important to understand the laws if they happen to factor into your... read more →