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How Does Workers’ Comp Work In New York?

When filing a workers’ compensation claim, the paperwork can be incredibly complex and the stress can be overwhelming. All too often, a claim will be defined for no other reason than the paperwork was not “perfect.” The truth is that after you have been seriously injured, the last thing that you will want to deal with is fighting the insurance companies whose only purpose is to reduce your claims. To them, you are just another number. At Katz, Leidman, Freund & Herman, you are so much more than that. As a New York City workers’ compensation law firm, we are fully dedicated to protecting the rights of the injured.


Fight back against insurance companies with a dedicated advocate by your side. Find out how in an initial consultation!


Choose The Advocacy Of Our New York City Law Firm

Our legal team takes New York workers comp law seriously, and will relentlessly fight for the rights of the client to fair compensation, no matter the degree of your injury. The team at our New York firm treats clients with the respect and dignity they deserve, and the multilingual staff ensures that each client feels comfortable and safe. Katz, Leidman, Freund & Herman, is one of the best-known and respected workers’ compensation law firms in the New York area, with decades of experience dealing with workers’ compensation and is prepared to meet with you at no cost to discuss your case.

Understand Your Legal Rights So You Can Protect Them

For most of the public, the complexities of workers’ compensation law are not fully known or understood. For many workers who are either working illegally to getting paid “under the table,” they may be operating on the misconception that they have to forfeit their right to recover compensation following a workplace injury or illness. Worse, these injured workers may be subjected to severe pressure to keep quiet and not make a claim. This often stems from employers who are more concerned with their own welfare than that of their hurt worker. Don’t let this happen to you! With our help, you can file a claim with New York workers’ comp law and fight for the financial compensation that you deserve, no matter what your employment status may be.

Do not be taken advantage of by an unscrupulous employer who just wants cheap labor. You can still file a claim if you were working illegally or in the country without a visa. We can help.

Contact Katz, Leidman, Freund & Herman, if you are seeking high-quality legal representation to assist you in fighting for compensation with New York workers’ comp law.