Bronx Workers' Compensation Hearings & Appeals

Workers' Compensation Lawyer Serving the Bronx, NY

Facing a hearing and filing an appeal is sometimes a part of workers' compensation proceedings, and having a competent lawyer by your side can make all the difference in your ability to seek a positive result. Do not hesitate to call a Bronx workers' compensation lawyer at the firm at your earliest convenience to discuss what can be done to properly prepare for and handle your hearing or appeal.  With extensive experience in this field, the legal team at Katz, Leidman, Grossman, Wolfe & Freund is well prepared to provide you with the level of legal counsel you need.

The Hearings and Appeals Process

Should a dispute or question arise in regard to a Bronx workers' compensation claim, the Board may hold one or more hearings before a Workers' Compensation Law Judge. The Judge will preside over this hearing, review medical information and other evidence at hand and make a determination of whether the claimant is entitled to benefits. The Judge will also determine the amount and duration of benefits to be awarded. Should either side (the claimant or workers' compensation insurer/employer) be dissatisfied with the outcome of the hearing, they may file an appeal within 30 days of the Judge's decision.

An appeal is filed by applying in writing to the Board for a review. If the application for an appeal is approved, a Board Panel consisting of three members will review the case and may support, modify or overturn the Judge's decision. The Board Panel may also return the case to the Judge for further review. Should either party still be dissatisfied after an initial appeal, an appeal of the Board Panel may be taken to the Appellate Division, Third Department, Supreme Court of New York within 30 days. The Appellate Division's decision may be further appealed to the Court of Appeals.

Address Your Workers' Comp Hearing or Appeal with a Competent Attorney

At any point in the face of a workers' compensation hearing or appeal, a claimant has the right to seek the services of an attorney or other licensed representative. This attorney or representative may not seek or receive any fee from the claimant. Legal fees will be decided by the Judge or Board and will be deducted from the compensation or award.

You have different options if your claim is denied at your workers' compensation hearing or even if an initial appeal is unsuccessful. The key is often in the proper preparation of your claim in the first place, and the team at the firm can properly present your Bronx workers' compensation claim to seek the fair benefits you deserve. If any issue does arise, the team will be fully prepared to handle your hearing or appeal.

Contact a Bronx workers' compensation attorney at the firm today for help with an appeal or hearing related to your claim.