Legal Question in Workers Comp in New York

Not returning to work

In NYS, I am out on comp for a hand injury. I have NOT recovered, but have decided NOT to return to work as my pain is not diminishing enough to perform my job. I am considering a career change, as I do not want to sit around forever. What are my options, so I don't hurt my case? I am not sueing or asking for monetary gains, but I don't want to have to pay the medical bills I've incurred if I just quit my job. Also, if I require surgery, I would want it to be covered by this wc case. Any thoughts?


Asked on 2/26/08, 10:06 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jason Kessler Law Offices of Jason B. Kessler, P.C.

Re: Not returning to work

What does you doctor say? You need a medical basis in order to make the decision that you cannot work due to your injury.

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Answered on 2/26/08, 12:26 pm
Pasquale Calcagno Calcagno & Associates, PLLC

Re: Not returning to work

Your situation is somewhat complex. Have you considered whether you have a third party action against another party for your hand injury? I need more information to speak intelligently about the above matters. Please contact me, Pasquale Calcagno, Esq. at 1(800)WE-FIGHT for a free consultation.

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Answered on 2/26/08, 5:19 pm


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