Free educational resources about NYS workers' compensation — built by a practicing WC attorney. Step-by-step guides, video tutorials, and a glossary of every WCB term you need to know.
Every workers' compensation case in New York follows these five stages. Understanding where you are helps you know what comes next.
Report your injury, file the C-3 form, and open your WCB case.
Understand your AWW, comp rate, and weekly benefit payments.
Navigate IMEs, treating physician reports, and medical disputes.
SLU awards, LWEC classification, and permanent impairment.
Section 32 settlements, closing your case, and next steps.
In-depth guides covering every aspect of NYS workers' compensation — from your first hearing to final settlement.
How to report your injury, file the C-3 form with the WCB, and what to expect in the first 30 days of your case. Includes employer notice requirements and deadlines.
BeginnerHow your Average Weekly Wage (AWW) is calculated under WCL §14, what your compensation rate means, and the different benefit categories — temporary total, temporary partial, and permanent.
BeginnerWhat happens at an Independent Medical Examination (IME), how to prepare, and why the carrier's doctor might disagree with your treating physician. Learn how the Board resolves medical disputes.
IntermediateHow SLU awards work under WCL §15(3), which body parts qualify, how the percentage of loss is determined, and how to calculate your potential award. Includes the 2024 Permanency Guidelines update.
IntermediateThe Loss of Wage Earning Capacity (LWEC) system for non-schedule injuries (spine, brain, heart, lungs). How classification percentages are determined and what they mean for your long-term benefits.
AdvancedEverything you need to know about settling your workers' comp case. How Section 32 agreements work, when settling makes sense, what to negotiate, and how the Board reviews your agreement.
AdvancedShort, clear video tutorials that walk you through the most important concepts in NYS workers' compensation.
A 5-minute overview of how SLU works, which body parts qualify, and what determines your award amount.
Understanding the four statutory methods for calculating your Average Weekly Wage under WCL §14.
What to expect at an Independent Medical Examination and how to protect your rights during the process.
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Key workers' compensation terms every injured worker and attorney should know.
The full interactive glossary is available in the Comp Desk app.