Manhattan Laborer Secures a $315,229 Workers’ Compensation Settlement | June 2026

McIntyre, Donohue, Accardi, Salmonson & Riordan, LLP is proud to announce yet another successful month securing significant settlements for injured workers across New York State. This article highlights one of our recent success stories, diving into the complex legal challenges faced by an injured laborer working in Manhattan who successfully secured a $315,229 settlement.

Our client was working as a laborer, a role that requires constant physical endurance and heavy lifting. While in the process of installing sheetrock in an elevator lobby, he began to experience sudden, severe pain in his back. Medical imaging and evaluations later confirmed the severity of the injury, revealing three herniated discs and a spinal fracture. Due to the nature of the accident, his doctor recommended epidural injections to manage his persistent chronic pain and neurological symptoms.

During the litigation of the claim, the insurance carrier filed a Request for Further Action (RFA), arguing that our claimant was voluntarily retiring. Had the carrier succeeded, this argument would have halted all future indemnity payments.

Attorney Timothy Finnegan worked tirelessly to protect our client’s rights, successfully arguing that any cessation of work was a direct result of the debilitating permanent disabilities sustained from the work injury, rather than a personal choice to retire. The Workers’ Compensation Board ultimately rejected the carrier’s RFA, ensuring our client remained eligible for his benefits.

Through persistent advocacy and a deep understanding of New York Workers’ Compensation Law, our legal team secured a settlement of $315,229 going directly to our client. This award provides our client with essential financial stability, covering the long-term impact of his injuries and the medical care required for his continued recovery.

With over 70 years of experience, McIntyre, Donohue, Accardi, Salmonson & Riordan, LLP is dedicated to protecting the rights of injured workers throughout Long Island and New York State. We understand that insurance carriers often use technicalities to avoid paying what is owed, but our firm is committed to ensuring our clients secure the full compensation they deserve.

Injured on the job? Contact our office today at (866) 557-7500 to schedule a free consultation. We are here to ensure that New York’s workers never have to navigate the recovery process alone.