New York Workers’ Compensation Lawyers

Helping Injured Workers from Across New York

A workplace injury can stop your paycheck and start a stack of medical bills in the same week. Workers’ compensation exists to close that financial gap. In New York, most employers must carry coverage that pays for medical care and replaces part of your lost wages when you are hurt on the job or made ill by it, and you do not have to prove your employer did anything wrong to get those benefits, either. The Law Office of Seni Popat, P.C. helps injured workers pursue those benefits with more confidence and less stress. We have recovered more than $30 million for injured New Yorkers, and Attorney Seni Popat brings more than 15 years of courtroom experience to every case we handle.

We have six offices across the boroughs and Long Island, and we represent injured workers in:

• Queens
• Brooklyn
• The Bronx
• Nassau County
• Hicksville
• Queens Village
• North Babylon
• Jamaica, NY
• Suffolk County
• Deer Park
• Many other communities throughout the state

Call us at (718) 340-3385 for a free consultation with our New York workers’ compensation lawyers.

Why Injured Workers Across New York Choose Us

Insurance carriers handle workers’ comp claims every day. You may handle one in your lifetime. If you’re worried about that difference in experience, come to the Law Office of Seni Popat, P.C..

When we’re in charge of your case, you can expect from us:

• Over $30 million recovered for injured clients across New York.
• More than 15 years of courtroom experience from Attorney Seni Popat and more from our whole team.
• Trial-ready preparation on every case because we plan for trial even when we hope to settle.
• Direct attorney access, since Attorney Seni Popat gives every client his personal number.
• 24/7 availability by phone, text, or video.
• A multilingual team that speaks English, Spanish, Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali, and Urdu.
• Contingency fee representation, so you pay no attorney fees unless we recover benefits for you.

Who Qualifies for Workers’ Compensation in New York?

New York law covers nearly all employees, whatever the industry. Your coverage does not depend on fault, and it does not depend on how long you have held the job.

Workers who are generally covered by New York workers’ comp rules include:

• Full-time and part-time employees
• Seasonal and temporary workers
• Government and public sector employees
• Workers regardless of immigration status
• Workers an employer has wrongly labeled independent contractors

A job title or a line in a contract does not always decide whether you qualify. During your free consultation, we look at the facts and tell you where you stand.

We review:

• Your working relationship with the employer
• How, where, and when the injury happened
• Whether you gave your employer written notice within 30 days
• Your medical records and treatment so far
• Whether your employer carries workers’ compensation insurance

Workers’ Comp Covers Any Work-Related Injury or Illness

Workers’ compensation can apply to any work-related injury or illness, such as:

• Sudden injuries such as falls, crashes, and equipment accidents
• Repetitive stress injuries that build up over months or years
• Occupational illnesses caused by exposure to chemicals, dust, or other hazards at work
• An existing condition that your job made worse

Your injury also does not have to happen at your workstation or even in a dedicated place of business like an office or retail store. Injuries during work travel, deliveries, or errands for your employer may qualify, too. What matters is the connection between the injury and your employment, and our job is to prove it.

We can prove the connection between your injury and your job by utilizing:

• Incident reports and employer records
• Witness statements from coworkers or others who saw what happened
• Job descriptions, schedules, and payroll records
• Medical opinions that link your condition to your work duties

Benefits We Push to Secure for Our Clients

A successful claim can provide:

• Medical treatment and prescriptions related to your injury or illness
• Wage replacement while you cannot work
• Temporary or permanent disability benefits based on your condition
• Death benefits for surviving family members after a fatal workplace accident

Insurers do not volunteer every benefit you may qualify for, so you should let us review your case to see if you deserve and qualify for more. We document how your injury affects your health, work, and daily life, then press the carrier to pay what the law provides, with nothing left unclaimed. If you have been hurt at work, call us at (718) 340-3385 before you settle for less than you are owed.

How We Handle Your Claim from Filing to Courtroom

You focus on getting better. We focus on your case. Let us handle the whole process, from the first form to the final hearing.

• Initial filings: We make sure your employer receives proper notice and that your claim is filed with the Workers’ Compensation Board accurately and on time.
• Responses to the insurance company: We answer the carrier’s requests for records, statements, and medical information, so nothing you say or send is used against you.
• Denials and appeals: If the carrier delays or denies your claim, we challenge the decision, gather stronger evidence, and appeal.
• Litigation when needed: If a dispute cannot be resolved any other way, we represent you at hearings before a Workers’ Compensation Law Judge and prepare your case as if it will be decided there.

Frequently Asked Questions About Workers’ Comp in New York

Can independent contractors or misclassified workers get workers’ comp?

Possibly. Employers sometimes label employees as independent contractors to avoid paying for coverage. What counts is how the work is actually performed, including who directs it, so we review the details of your situation.

Can I choose my own doctor?

In most cases, yes, as long as the provider is authorized by the Workers’ Compensation Board. If your employer’s insurer uses a preferred provider network, different rules may apply, so ask us before you choose a doctor.

How much does it cost to hire the Law Office of Seni Popat, P.C.?

Your consultation is free, and you owe us no fee unless we recover benefits for you. Cost should never be the reason you wait to get help.

Speak With a New York Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Today

If you were hurt on the job, you deserve a team that answers when you call and stays with your claim until it is resolved. The Law Office of Seni Popat, P.C. is available 24/7 by phone, text, or video, and we speak English, Spanish, Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali, and Urdu. For any help you need with your workers’ comp case in New York, choose our firm first.

Call us at (718) 340-3385 for a free consultation, and let us handle the insurance company while you recover.