Injured on the Job? Your Rights Under New York Workers’ Compensation Law
Bradley Marble

Every year, hardworking New Yorkers suffer job-related injuries that leave them unable to earn a paycheck or cover mounting medical bills. If you’ve been hurt at work in Lockport or anywhere in Niagara County, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits—but understanding the system can feel overwhelming.

What Is Workers’ Compensation?

Workers’ compensation is an insurance program that provides benefits to employees injured on the job. In New York, most employers are required to carry this coverage. These benefits may include:

  • Payment of medical bills related to your injury

  • A portion of your lost wages while you recover

  • Compensation for permanent disability or loss of use

  • Death benefits for surviving family members

Common Workplace Injuries in Western New York

From construction site falls to repetitive strain injuries in offices, workplace accidents happen in all industries. At Hardy Marble LLP, we often assist clients with:

  • Construction accidents (falls, equipment injuries, scaffold incidents)

  • Back, neck, and joint injuries from heavy lifting

  • Repetitive motion injuries such as carpal tunnel

  • Slip and fall accidents in the workplace

Why Having an Attorney Matters

Although the system is designed to help injured workers, employers and insurance companies sometimes dispute claims, delay payments, or push injured employees back to work too soon. An experienced workers’ compensation attorney can:

  • File your claim properly and on time

  • Represent you at hearings before the Workers’ Compensation Board

  • Challenge unfair independent medical exam results

  • Pursue maximum benefits

If you’ve been injured on the job, you don’t have to navigate the process alone. Hardy Marble LLP is here to protect your rights, so you can focus on healing.