MDASR • Case Study Workers’ Compensation Win for American Airlines Pilot Client: American Airlines Pilot Background: A Pilot for American Airlines was on a layover for work when he was involved in a motor vehicle accident, injuring his left wrist, back, and both knees. Challenge: The insurance carrier stated that the pilot’s excursion was [...]
MDASR • Media Review “Rising PTSD claims, wider comp liabilities spotlight importance of treatment guidelines” Louise Esola | Business Insurance • March 1, 2024 A recent article by Louise Esola from Business Insurance discusses the increasing inclusion of post- traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in workers' compensation claims and the challenges it poses. Experts emphasize [...]
MDASR • Case Study Workers’ Compensation Claim for FDNY EMS Worker Client: FDNY EMS Worker Background: The client, a dedicated EMS worker for the Fire Department of New York (FDNY), suffered a significant injury to his left knee. This injury occurred while performing his duties, specifically when he slipped on ice as he was [...]
MDASR • Media Review “EMS heart attack, stroke presumption raises employer concerns ” Jon Campisi | Business Insurance • February 2024 New legislation enacted in New Jersey on January 16 has significantly broadened the scope of workers' compensation, particularly for emergency medical services (EMS) workers, including volunteers. Authored by Jon Campisi for Business Insurance, [...]
MDASR • Case Study Workers’ Compensation Claim Resolution for City Park Worker Injured in Vehicle Accident Client: City Park Worker at a Local Town District Background: The client, a dedicated worker in city park maintenance, sustained a right shoulder injury while on duty. This injury was a direct result of a vehicle accident that [...]
MDASR • Media Review “Workers’ Comp In New York: What You Need To Know” Jason Metz | Business Insurance The article "Workers’ Comp In New York: What You Need To Know" by Jason Metz in Business Insurance provides a comprehensive overview of workers’ compensation in New York State. This covers medical care, lost wages, [...]
MDASR • Media Review “New York bill would allow survivors to refile COVID death claims” Louise Esola | Business Insurance • December 7, 2023 New legislation introduced by New York lawmakers on Wednesday aims to help families affected by COVID-19. The bill, named S.B. 7792, is specifically for those who lost loved ones due [...]
MDASR • Case Study Workers’ Compensation Claim Victory for Road Supervisor Injured in Motor Vehicle Accident Client: Road Supervisor at a local Security Company Background: The client, a road supervisor, suffered multiple injuries including damage to his left knee, neck, both shoulders, and left hand. These injuries occurred due to a motor vehicle accident [...]
MDASR • Media Review “New York increases minimum weekly benefits for workers' comp claimants” Steve Hallo | ALM Global • September 2023 In Steve Hallo’s recent September 19, 2023 article in the ALM Global publication he discusses that the weekly minimum benefits for workers’ comp claimants will increase from $150 to $275 in 2024 [...]
MDASR • Media Review “Seasonal workers in high-injury warehousing pose safety concerns” Jon Campisi | Business Insurance • October 2023 The article from Business Insurance in October 2023 discusses the safety concerns related to seasonal workers in high-injury warehousing during the holiday season. Retailers are hiring temporary employees to meet the increased holiday demand, [...]