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Social Security Disability Vs. Social Security Retirement

Published August 8, 2019 1422 Views

I’m receiving Social Security Disability – can I still collect Social Security Retirement? You are younger than 65 and are currently receiving Social Security Disability benefits; you are probably wondering if and when you can collect Social Security Retirement. Rest assured, when you are rece...

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How Do They Decide How Much I Am Paid While Out on Workers’ Comp?

Published May 2, 2019 1244 Views

You have a work injury that takes you out of work. In most instances, you will not receive your regular wages from your employer while you are not working – you will receive Workers’ Compensation payments from the insurance carrier. But those payments are not as much as you receive in your paychecks...

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When Your Injury Might Not Be Covered by Workers’ Comp

When Your Injury Might Not Be Covered by Workers’ Comp

Published February 17, 2019 1847 Views

As a general rule, if you are injured on the job in New York, you will be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. However, there are exceptions to the rule. Also, the definition of “on the job” can be a grey area that excludes certain injuries, to the surprise of the injured worker. Injuri...

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Workers Comp or Personal Injury?

Published February 6, 2019 1247 Views

Should I File a Workers’ Comp Claim or a Personal Injury Lawsuit? You probably know by now that if you get hurt at work, you are most likely eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits, which cover the cost of your medical treatment and your lost wages for missed work. You might be wonderi...

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The Differences Between Workers’ Comp and FMLA

The Differences Between Workers’ Comp and FMLA

Published January 20, 2019 1039 Views

New York’s workers’ compensation laws protect injured employees by ensuring their job-related medical bills are paid and by providing cash benefits for missed work. There is also a Federal law in place for the benefit of workers who suffer from a “serious health condition” and have to miss work. T...

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Happy New Year from the Zea Proukou Family!

Happy New Year from the Zea Proukou Family!

Published January 3, 2019 1143 Views

We’re seeing elves with more frequency here at Zea Proukou Central – of course, these elves wear UPS and FedEx uniforms on this final leg of the Amazon-to-Christmas Tree pipeline – and this reminds us to pause and reflect for a moment on the blessings brought by 2018. We remain extremely gratefu...

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Unemployment and SSDI

Published November 15, 2018 889 Views

I Filed for Unemployment- Am I Barred from Receiving Social Security Disability Benefits? Social Security disability benefits provide a stable income for people who have to stop working due to physical or mental ailments. But the process of getting approved for disability is notoriously slow, oft...

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Can I Get Fired for Filing a Workers’ Comp Claim?

Published October 17, 2018 1124 Views

The workers’ compensation system in New York covers almost all employees in the state and provides benefits to those who get injured at work or suffer from work-related illnesses. Despite the availability of cash benefits and payment for medical treatment, many eligible workers leave money on the ta...

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Looking for Work while Receiving Partial Disability Workers’ Comp Benefits

Published October 14, 2018 1354 Views

New York’s workers’ compensation laws provide benefits for injured workers who have been hurt on the job. The system does not only benefit those workers who are permanently disabled from work, but also those who are temporarily disabled, whether to a total or partial degree. Any employee claiming...

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Your condition worsens with work activity? You might have a Workers’ Comp claim

Published September 6, 2018 831 Views

We’ve blogged in the past about occupational diseases and the importance of considering whether this often overlooked theory of compensability applies to the facts of your case. Often, a claim that may seem unwinnable on its face finds new life as an occupational disease. A client who is considered,...

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Workers Compensation for Truck Drivers and Delivery Workers

Published August 12, 2018 1174 Views

Common injuries suffered by truck drivers and delivery workers Drivers of commercial trucks and delivery vehicles are crucial to our nation’s economy- without them, consumers would not have access to the assortment of goods and products that they do, and commerce would slow to a snail’s pace. Unf...

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How to File a Social Security Disability Claim

Published July 16, 2018 975 Views

How to navigate filing a social security disability claim Applying and getting approved for Social Security disability benefits can be a lengthy and challenging process. Many individuals with valid disability claims have to go through multiple appeals, which can drag on for years, before obtainin...

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Construction Workers and Workplace Injury

Published June 20, 2018 968 Views

There is no doubt that construction is a dangerous industry. Fortunately, many workplace safety regulations have been put in place to protect construction workers from injury. Still, due to the abundance of hazards, not to mention the physically demanding nature of the job, accidents and injuries st...

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Injury at work? Here’s what you need to know.

Published June 4, 2018 937 Views

If you have suffered a workplace injury in New York, you are most likely entitled to receive benefits under our state’s workers’ compensation laws. Although the workers’ compensation system is designed to help injured workers, it can be a struggle to get the employer or insurance company to cough u...

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Protecting your family’s future – the importance of Estate Planning

Published May 6, 2018 807 Views

Newly married? New baby on the way? Here is why you should start thinking about estate planning now Estate planning is probably not the first thing that comes to mind after you say “I do.” Nor is it the most likely topic of conversation as you and your spouse get ready to welcome a new child into t...

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Common Workplace Injuries in the Healthcare Field

Published May 2, 2018 952 Views

In New York, some of our most valued workers are those who go to work every day helping others in the healthcare field. Nurses, patient technicians, physician assistants, and other healthcare employees are vital to the lives and well-being of their patients, but their jobs also involve significant r...

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Randi Proukou has a successful appeal to the Third Department

Published April 10, 2018 839 Views

Another success story at the Appellate Division for a ZP client and Randi Proukou! After winning at the hearing level, the claim was appealed by the carrier to the Board Panel, who ultimately reversed the original finding of a causally related carpal tunnel claim. On appeal, Randi Proukou successful...

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Workers’ Compensation for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Published April 3, 2018 896 Views

Individuals who suffer from workplace injuries in New York are eligible for workers’ compensation, even if their injuries develop slowly over time. In fact, one of the most common workplace injuries is carpal tunnel syndrome, a repetitive stress injury that affects the wrist and hand.   Wh...

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Delayed Reaction to a Work Injury

Published November 16, 2017 937 Views

Have you seen our recent video on Facebook or Instagram? In it Dan talks about what happens if you have a delayed reaction from a work related accident. Watch the video here.   It is not uncommon for an accident to occur at work that, at the time, seems relatively minor. Then, a few days later...

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How can I prove that pain is being caused by long work hours or specific job duties?

Published November 13, 2017 837 Views

  The post How can I prove that pain is being caused by long work hours or specific job duties? appeared first on Zea Proukou - Trusted Rochester Workers' Comp Attorneys.  

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What if I have a delayed reaction from a work related accident?

Published November 13, 2017 1017 Views

  The post What if I have a delayed reaction from a work related accident? appeared first on Zea Proukou - Trusted Rochester Workers' Comp Attorneys.  

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Is there a way to calculate my potential claim?

Published November 13, 2017 863 Views

  Every claim is different and Dan elaborates on how a judge might determine your claim. The post Is there a way to calculate my potential claim? appeared first on Zea Proukou - Trusted Rochester Workers' Comp Attorneys.  

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What if I’m hurt at work but don’t have a doctor?

Published November 13, 2017 826 Views

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What if a work related accident was technically my fault?

Published November 13, 2017 897 Views

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Because People Matter: Entry 4

Published November 13, 2017 776 Views

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Workers’ Compensation and Social Security Disability

Published November 13, 2017 858 Views

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What if a work related accident could have been avoided?

Published November 13, 2017 915 Views

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How can I make sure my work injury claim will be established?

Published August 15, 2017 778 Views

It seems simple, right? You get hurt at work, you tell you your employer, you go to the doctor, and you have a claim. Unfortunately, it is not that easy. Even for seemingly straight-forward accidental injuries, and even less so for injuries that develop over time. It is extremely important that u...

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Because People Matter Entry 2: Can I lose my job while on workers’ comp?

Published August 8, 2017 911 Views

    The post Because People Matter Entry 2: Can I lose my job while on workers’ comp? appeared first on Zea Proukou - Trusted Rochester Workers' Comp Attorneys.  

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Because People Matter Entry 3: What benefits am I entitled to if I’m hurt at work?

Published August 8, 2017 776 Views

    The post Because People Matter Entry 3: What benefits am I entitled to if I’m hurt at work? appeared first on Zea Proukou - Trusted Rochester Workers' Comp Attorneys.  

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