Long Island Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

Workman’s Compensation Law in Babylon, NY

Protecting Injured Workers in Suffolk & Nassau County

If you were injured on the job in Long Island, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits under New York law. Workplace injuries occur daily across Suffolk County and Nassau County in construction, healthcare, transportation, retail, sanitation, manufacturing, and municipal employment sectors.

At Siben & Siben LLP, we have represented injured Long Island workers since 1934. As a family-owned firm with more than 90 years of litigation experience, we have recovered BILLIONS for our clients across personal injury and related claims. Our Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Long Island attorneys aggressively pursue full wage replacement and medical benefits for injured employees.

Call now to connect with a legal professional about your workers’ comp claim.

Understanding New York Workers’ Compensation Law

Workers’ compensation is a no-fault system that provides benefits regardless of who caused the workplace accident. Employees generally cannot sue their employer directly but may pursue benefits through insurance carriers regulated by the New York Workers’ Compensation Board.

Benefits include:

  • Medical treatment coverage

  • Wage replacement

  • Temporary disability benefits

  • Permanent disability awards

  • Death benefits for dependents

Expanded Construction Labor Law Authority (Sections 200, 240, 241)

Long Island construction workers often qualify for additional legal protections under New York Labor Law.

Labor Law Section 240 (Scaffold Law) protects workers from gravity-related injuries such as falls from ladders, scaffolds, roofs, and elevated platforms.

Labor Law Section 241 imposes safety obligations on contractors and property owners for construction site hazards.

Labor Law Section 200 addresses general workplace safety and negligence standards.

These statutes can allow injured workers to pursue third-party claims beyond workers’ compensation benefits, including pain and suffering damages.

Third-Party Lawsuits in Work Injury Cases

Although workers’ compensation limits lawsuits against employers, injured workers may file third-party claims against:

  • Property owners

  • Subcontractors

  • Equipment manufacturers

  • Negligent drivers causing work-related crashes

These cases can significantly increase financial recovery.

Common Workplace Injuries

  • Falls from heights

  • Machinery accidents

  • Repetitive stress injuries

  • Back and spinal injuries

  • Traumatic brain injuries

  • Electrocutions

  • Chemical exposure

  • Slip and fall accidents at work

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ Section for Schema)

Q1: How long do I have to file a workers’ compensation claim in New York?
Generally, injuries must be reported within 30 days and claims filed within two years.

Q2: Can I choose my own doctor?
You must typically treat with an authorized provider under Workers’ Compensation Board rules.

Q3: What if my employer retaliates?
Retaliation for filing a workers’ compensation claim is illegal under New York law.

Q4: Can undocumented workers file claims?
Yes. Immigration status does not prevent filing a workers’ compensation claim in New York.

Q5: What happens if my claim is denied?
You have the right to appeal and request a hearing before the Workers’ Compensation Board.

Q6: How are disability payments calculated?
Benefits are generally two-thirds of your average weekly wage, subject to statutory caps.

Q7: Can I receive both Social Security Disability and workers’ compensation?
In some cases yes, but offsets may apply.

Q8: Do I need a lawyer for a workers’ compensation claim?
Complex cases, denials, disability disputes, and third-party overlaps strongly benefit from legal representation.

Why Choose Siben & Siben LLP

  • Serving Long Island since 1934

  • Family-owned and operated

  • BILLIONS recovered for clients

  • Deep familiarity with Suffolk & Nassau Workers’ Compensation Board procedures

  • Trial-ready litigation approach

  • No fees unless we win

Serving All of Long Island

We represent injured workers in Bay Shore, Islip, Babylon, Patchogue, Ronkonkoma, Huntington, Smithtown, Riverhead, Hempstead, Garden City, Massapequa, and throughout Nassau and Suffolk County.

Contact a Long Island Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

If you were injured at work, do not delay.

Call 631-665-3400
Visit www.sibensiben.com
90 East Main Street, Bay Shore, NY

Call now to connect with a legal professional about your workers’ comp claim.