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I am 47 yrs old have been on Comp (NYS) for 3 years, Finally last year had bilateral carpal tunnel and trigger finger release (3), on my dominant hand, I now have Crps1 and am not a candidate for my left hand to be operated on for bilateral carpal tunnel and trigger finger 3 on this hand too. Crps1... View More 
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answered on Aug 20, 2017
If you have a lawyer, then trust him/her or fire that attorney. Do not ask strangers (to your case facts) to second guess who you hired originally.
Kokota v. State Street Corporation et al
Plaintiff: Alex Kokota
Defendant: State Street Corporation, State Street Global Markets LLC, State Street Global Advisors Inc., Currenex, Inc., Princeton Financial Systems, LLC and Starpoint Solutions, Inc.
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answered on Jul 14, 2017
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answered on Jul 13, 2017
You want to speak with a lawyer who is a member of the NYState Trial Lawyers Assn--that handles maritime/Jones Act cases; they give free consults. No is the short answer to your question.
To underpay you, cutting down the hours you faithfully did for the companies own benefit. This company even has and it's doing illegal activities. Or to falsificate your signature to fire you from your job.
I would like to see the potential of my case. Thank you & Enjoy your day.
answered on Jun 29, 2017
If your employer falsified your signature that is definitely illegal.
They must have done the same for other employees also. They will be good witnesses and likely suffered damages.
How many employees did this happen to?
These are great lawsuits especially when it looks like... View More
I thought I was ineligible for unemployment as I was fired for misconduct. However, it turns out that I am eligible, even though I turned in my application 3.5 months late. As such, I missed all of this time of unemployment benefits prior to my application date. Can I file with NY state to retrieve... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2017
You can still file for benefits but it will be difficult to recover if you did not file for your weekly benefits over the past 3.5 months. The Department of Labor requires that you file for benefits every week, even when you have been denied and are trying to overturn the decision. In NY State you... View More
Hello.
I got injured during work and the employer promised me to pay for medical fee etc.
It has been 10 years but I have not got paid.
Also, the employer committed various misconducts which their attorney insisted that the statute of limitation was over.
(I filed... View More
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answered on Jun 5, 2017
1. A promise to compensate doesn't toll (extend) most statutes of limitations.
2. Injuries on the job are usually handled by the Workers Compensation Tribunal
3. Under NY's workers compensation statute you have 2 years to file a claim.
3. If you previously... View More
I work at a mass production warehouse that handles stainless steel pipes for mass transit production. Although, i am payed through a temp agency. While at work I had a metal shaving go into my eye and needed medical attention. I notified a supervisor who then took me to the hospital. I got the... View More
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answered on Apr 24, 2017
It sounds like a good workers compensation claim to me, please feel free to reach out to me privately via email if you'd like further assistance.
I work at a mass production warehouse that handles stainless steel pipes for mass transit production. Although, i am payed through a temp agency. While at work I had a metal shaving go into my eye and needed medical attention. I notified a supervisor who then took me to the hospital. I got the... View More
answered on Apr 23, 2017
Sounds like a great case for a workers compensation lawyer. I have not handled a work comp case in decades but would have loved to represent someone with your facts when I did.
Employers often try to get out of paying by having private insurance pay and the other way as well.
It... View More
answered on Apr 20, 2017
So the employee received workers compensation benefits and now the workers compensation carrier wants to offset it's contribution by the 3rd party? More than likely that will happen.
However if the employer was not carrying workers compensation coverage why would any employer admit... View More
I have been on WC for over 4 years due to a back and nerve injury at work. I continue to work in order to get more years toward my retirement, however, the pain is getting too unbearable to work. I have 24 years in the NY State Teacher retirement system. If I retire, would I be able to receive WC... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2017
You should consult a workers compensation lawyer. Workers compensation by definition is for "workers." If you retire that means you no longer work.
Your future medical care is critical. Years ago in other jurisdictions we would do washouts or full and final settlements. Today the... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2017
There's no inherent conflict with having 1 lawyer represent you in 2 cases. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials,... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2017
You should speak to an attorney to go over the facts of your case. You may be able to get a settlement.
I have 4 herniated discs 1 bulging and 50% stenosis in1 disc. The doctor said I should think about a new career but I've been doing this 30 years. I don't know what the next steps should be, any advice would be greatly appreciated
answered on Mar 12, 2017
You may need to look for Social Security Disability, but that won't pay enough. Don't know if you can run the company without doing the work but I have clients that have been able to be a manager. Problem is hard to be a manager that doesn't do anything physical. Your state may have... View More
I know I'm suppose to schedule my loss award soon but not sure if I can knowing I need another surgery
answered on Mar 7, 2017
Talk to your attorney. You'd want to keep the medical open, that's for sure!
I was terminated for misconduct. This occurred following the quarter's end and before the first salary after the quarter's end.
These are the relevant paragraphs in the employment agreement:
a. The calculation and interpretation of any commissions payable to you and any... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2017
Very good question, your employer has laid down the gauntlet. NY law has decisions on employee commissions that shows that they are due once they are earned, but other decisions uphold the written policy / contract of employment. Depending on the amount it may be worthwhile for you to have a... View More
1st transaction was in 1997-I sold 3yrs. 2nd transaction was in 1999-sold 5yrs. 3rd transaction was in 2001-sold 2yrs. 4th transaction was in 2002 sold 10yrs.
I think I have 5yrs left of my payment which started in 1997 until 5-1-2022 but jg wentworth claims I sold them all 25yrs of my... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2017
You can ask the holder of the structure for a statement of account, and can look at your wentworth paperwork, but generally the answer is no. Why not ask the lawfirm that set this up?
If you are over 21 the law assumes you have the right to contract with firms to sell away your money.
The station had a silent alarm going off and police were in pursuit, I had no idea of the situation and opened the station went to the locker room the change clothes when they came in 5 min. Later with guns drawn telling me to put my hands up. I complied and one officer yelling at me demanded that... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2017
That sounds like unreasonable use of force, and you may decide to sue for assault and battery. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
A TV grip case (100lbs) fell on my knee and caused an abrasion and a bruised knee. Today my knee pains me if I sit for longer than 20 mins. And I am worried if I miss a diagnosis that it may not heal properly and be a constant problem. They want me in the office tomorrow
answered on Jan 25, 2017
Go see one of their doctors or the urgent care.Show up for work with a doctors note. (Make a copy of any note you give them BEFORE you give it to work). You must show up. You must get checked out.
Excuse the bad grammar and lack of explanation, as I did not have enough characters to explain the full situation. My job took away my right to park in the parking lot for 2 minor traffic violations. They have a parking lot 2.5 miles away that i need to park in and get a ride (which i can't)... View More
answered on Jan 14, 2017
They don't have to give you a place to park. They are responsible if you get hurt while at their parking area, and I would say under Pennsylvania law you would have an arguable claim, but all an attorney can do is give you an estimate--those facts I don't thiink an attorney in any state... View More
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