Posts by pcmsrunyon

Injured in a New York City subway track accident? Learn when the transit authority can be held liable and what steps matter most.

Not ready to return to work after a job-related injury? In New York, your employer can’t force you back before you’re medically cleared, and light-duty work must stay within your doctor’s restrictions. Learn more about your rights here.

Taking a vacation while on workers’ comp in New York isn’t automatically prohibited, but it can create problems if your trip conflicts with treatment or your claim. Learn what precautions to take before traveling.

If you were injured on a rental property in New York, your landlord may be legally responsible, but only under certain conditions. Learn when landlord liability applies and what counts as negligence.

Afraid your workers’ comp claim will get denied because you were assaulted by a coworker? If the dispute happened while you were doing your job, New York law is designed to protect you.

There’s common misconception that a personal injury case should wrap up within a few weeks of an accident. In reality, rushing to a quick settlement is usually a mistake that leaves money on the table. Here’s a look at what’s likely causing the holdup and how to identify actual red flags in your representation.

Did your personal injury lawyer just walk away from your claim? A dropped case isn’t the end of the road. If you still have valid injuries, you have the right to bring your files to a new firm and keep fighting for your compensation.

Were you already dealing with a health issue before getting hurt at work? Don’t let an insurance company convince you that you don’t qualify for benefits. In New York, you have the right to pursue compensation if your job made a preexisting condition worse.

Whether it was a single incident or a pattern of behavior, you may be eligible to hold your employer or the individual accountable and seek compensation for what you’ve been through.

Injured on a New York construction site while off the clock? Whether you were prep-working or just leaving the site, state law offers protections that could make you eligible for compensation.