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How Can a Lawyer Help an Undocumented Worker Injured on the Job?

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A lawyer can help an undocumented worker injured on a job by investigating the incident and filing a strong claim for compensation. Just because you aren’t a citizen of the U.S. doesn’t mean you can’t seek compensation for injuries suffered in work accidents. A Long Island worker injury lawyer can draw on their legal experience …

What Rights Do Undocumented Workers Have After a Construction Accident?

What Rights Do Undocumented Workers Have After a Construction Accident?

After a construction accident, undocumented workers in New York have many of the same rights as anyone else, including the right to medical care and damages for their injuries, even if they don’t have legal immigration status. Construction sites are dangerous places. When something goes wrong and a worker gets hurt, their legal status does …

Can Undocumented Workers File for Work Injury Compensation in New York?

An injured undocumented worker at a construction site wonders if he can file for work injury compensation in New York.

Yes, in most cases, undocumented workers can file for work injury compensation in New York if they are injured on the job. New York law generally protects all workers. This means you may be able to receive benefits for medical treatment, lost wages, and other losses. Every case is different, and certain claims or legal …

What Legal Protections Exist for Undocumented Workers in Construction in NY?

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Legal protections exist for undocumented workers in construction in New York who are injured in job site accidents. If you’re an undocumented construction worker in New York who has suffered injuries in a work accident, you’re probably dealing with expensive medical bills and painful injuries. Fortunately, the law allows you to seek compensation at a …

When to Get a Lawyer for a Work Injury in Long Island, NY

A construction worker falls with an injury and wonders when to get a lawyer for a work injury in Long Island, NY

You should get a lawyer for a work injury in Long Island, NY, when your claim is denied, delayed, or doesn’t fully cover your medical needs and time away from work. While some workers’ compensation claims are straightforward, many become complicated quickly, especially if your employer or their insurance company disputes your injuries. New York’s …

What’s the Average Payout for a Knee Injury at Work on Long Island?

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Knee injuries on the job can slow you down and sometimes keep you out of work for months. If you were hurt while working on Long Island, you may be entitled to a workers’ compensation settlement. But how much can you expect? We break it all down below. What’s in This Guide How Much Money …

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