Workers’ Compensation lawyers in Poughkeepsie.

Not every case requires an attorney. If your injury was minor, your employer accepted the claim, and you’re back at work full-duty — you may not need one. But if your benefits got delayed, denied, or cut off, if you’re facing a hearing, if you’re being scheduled for an IME, or if a Section 32 settlement is on the table — you need a lawyer. The consultation is free, and we tell you straight whether you need representation.

Two years from the date of injury, or two years from the date you knew or should have known the injury was work-related (for cumulative injuries like repetitive-strain). But you also have to notify your employer within 30 days. Waiting weakens your case — call us early.

Almost every NY employer is legally required to carry WC insurance. If yours doesn’t, you can still file a claim — through the NY State Uninsured Employers’ Fund — and you may also have grounds to sue the employer directly, which is normally barred under WC’s exclusive-remedy rule.

Workers’ Compensation Board hearings in New York are held at regional hearing points. Cases originating in our Poughkeepsie office service area are typically heard at the nearest WCB hearing location. We know the local hearing schedule, the judges, and what the local Board values in evidence presentation.

Sometimes. Despite the 1099 label, NY courts use a multi-factor test for whether you’re really an independent contractor or a misclassified employee. Many “contractors” in construction, delivery, and home services are legally employees entitled to WC. We’ve successfully argued employee status in many cases.

Nothing upfront. NY Workers’ Compensation Board rules say attorney fees come out of the recovery — and only if there is a recovery. The fee is reviewed and approved by a judge, not set by the firm. Free consultation. No fee unless we win.