Independent contractors do not qualify for workers’ comp benefits and often have a hard time receiving compensation when injured. Each year thousands of workers are injured in construction accidents. For employees, workers’ compensation plays an important role. When a worker is injured, they forgo a personal injury lawsuit and, in return, can apply for benefits …
If you or a loved one have suffered a TBI in an auto accident due to another’s recklessness or negligence, this may result in medical bills, damages, lost wages, lost earning potential, and long-term medical treatment. Millions of people suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in the U.S. According to the CDC, there were nearly 61,000 …
Apicella & Schlesinger Attorneys at Law can provide the legal counseling and support you need if injured in a hit-and-run accident. Have you or a loved one been involved in a hit-and-run accident? The person who left the accident scene can be criminally charged in New York, especially if injuries or fatalities occurred. But what …
If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, contact Apicella & Schlesinger today. With over 45 years of experience, we have recovered millions of dollars for our clients involved in car accidents. Winter is fast-approaching, meaning it’s time for drivers to brave snowy, slippery roads that obscure their line of …
Have you been injured in a car accident and have questions about your rights? Our attorneys will guide you through the IME process and ensure you receive the compensation you need. Often, as part of a car accident claim, you may be requested by your insurance carrier to undergo an Independent Medical Examination (IME). But …
Our dedicated attorneys have in-depth experience in construction sites and help you pursue your claim and build a compelling case to ensure the at-fault party is held accountable. Building collapses on construction sites are, but they can happen. And when they do, it can cause catastrophic injuries or, in extreme cases, death. But what causes …