In New York State, nearly all employers are required to have a full workers’ compensation policy in effect. In cases where an employee is injured and there is no active policy, the state can impose significant penalties totaling tens of thousands of dollars or more. There is also the potential for criminal action to be brought against the owners of the uninsured employer. In such cases, it is vital that the alleged uninsured employer retain counsel as soon as possible. Our decades of experience and deep knowledge of the workers’ compensation system enable us to provide our clients with a comprehensive defense including challenging the cancellation of a policy as well as the merits of the claim itself. In cases where settlement is advisable, we are well versed in resolving such claims amicably with Section 11 agreements.
Uninsured Employers
In New York State, nearly all employers are required to have a full workers’ compensation policy in effect. In cases where an employee is injured and there is no active policy, the state can impose significant penalties totaling tens of thousands of dollars or more. There is also the potential for criminal action to be brought against the owners of the uninsured employer. In such cases, it is vital that the alleged uninsured employer retain counsel as soon as possible. Our decades of experience and deep knowledge of the workers’ compensation system enable us to provide our clients with a comprehensive defense including challenging the cancellation of a policy as well as the merits of the claim itself. In cases where settlement is advisable, we are well versed in resolving such claims amicably with Section 11 agreements.