This bill amends New York's military law to clarify the definition of "covered operation" for compensation purposes. It specifies that covered operations include federally designated military actions (like "Operation Enduring Freedom" or homeland security missions) and allows New York's implementing agency to designate additional operations on a case-by-case basis. The change directly affects military personnel whose service qualifies under this definition for compensation benefits. The bill does not alter existing compensation rates but refines which military activities count toward eligibility. It takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Relates to claims for mental injury premised upon extraordinary work-related stress incurred at work, including claims for post-traumatic stress disorder, acute stress disorder or major depressive disorder resulting from work-related stress when demonstrated that such disorder arose out of extraordinary work-related stress attributable to a distinct work-related event or events directly related to the employment and occurring during the performance of the employee's job duties; amends the effectiveness thereof.
This bill amends New York's workers' compensation law to change notice requirements when employers stop paying temporary compensation or medical benefits. Employers must now provide written notice to injured workers and the workers' compensation board within 16 days after the last payment (previously 5 days), explaining the termination of payments. It also requires employers to notify the board chair within 30 days if payments cease, with a $300 penalty for late notice. These changes directly affect employers, insurance carriers, and injured workers by clarifying when and how payment stops must be communicated.
Authorizes certain injured employees or their legal representative to claim workers' compensation or to maintain an action in the courts for damages on account of such injury when the commissioner of labor fails to act within a certain time frame for certain violations.
This bill amends New York's workers' compensation law to shorten the deadline for employers or insurers to pay compensation from 25 to 14 days after the due date. If payments are late, a 20% penalty on the overdue amount and a $300 fee must be paid directly to the injured worker or their dependents. The penalty and fee apply unless the employer proves the delay was due to uncontrollable circumstances. The change applies immediately to all workers' compensation claims.
Bill S 4612 amends the workers' compensation law to include coverage for treatment provided by licensed massage therapists. It defines "massage therapist" and adds them to the list of authorized healthcare providers within the workers' compensation system. Under this bill, an injured employee can receive massage therapy if prescribed or referred by an authorized physician, physician assistant, podiatrist, or nurse practitioner. Massage therapists rendering such treatment would be required to maintain patient records. However, their reports or opinions would not be considered evidence of the causal link of an injury to a work accident or occupational disease, nor evidence of disability, under this law.
Authorizes licensed clinical social workers to provide services to injured employees under workers' compensation coverage; establishes special authorization shall be provided by the clinical social work practice committee.
This bill amends New York's workers' compensation law to clarify procedures for employers and insurance carriers appealing compensation awards. It requires appeals to be filed within 30 days of an award, imposes a $500 penalty for frivolous appeals, and explicitly states that appeals cannot delay payment of ongoing compensation or medical benefits to injured workers. The changes also specify that employers must continue paying benefits during appeals and allow claimants to receive reimbursement for payments made during disputed appeals. These provisions directly affect employers, insurers, and injured workers navigating compensation disputes.
This bill (A 6887) gives workers with compensation claims the right to choose their own pharmacy for prescribed medications when their employer or insurance company fails to authorize the medication within 72 hours for specific reasons - such as refusal to pay, delays in reauthorization due to missing medical reports, or disputes over treatment guidelines. It directly affects injured workers who face medication access barriers through the employer's contracted pharmacy network. Pharmacies dispensing medications under this provision must follow state fee schedules, medical treatment guidelines, and formulary rules, and will be paid within 45 days of approval. The law aims to prevent medication delays while ensuring cost accountability for both workers and insurers.
This bill amends workers' compensation law to limit liens on third-party recovery funds. It specifies that insurance funds or employers can only claim a lien for lost wages or medical expenses paid to injured workers, not other damages. The law requires courts to equitably apportion legal fees between the worker and the lienholder when a third-party settlement or judgment is secured. This applies to workers who pursue legal action against a negligent third party while receiving workers' compensation benefits.
