5 Steps to Take After a Pothole Injury on Duty in Brooklyn
Injured by a Brooklyn Pothole on the Job? Here Is What City Workers Need to Know Key Takeaways: Brooklyn city workers injured by a pothole on duty can pursue compensation through five time-sensitive steps. Report the injury immediately in writing to preserve workplace protections. Gather evidence, photos, witness information, and 311 complaint records before repairs […]
90 Days: The Filing Deadline Staten Island DSNY Workers Must Know
Why the First 90 Days After a DSNY Injury Decide Everything Key Takeaways: For Staten Island DSNY workers injured on the job, the most critical deadline is the 90-day Notice of Claim required under General Municipal Law § 50-e, which must be served before any lawsuit against the City. This civil notice runs separately from […]
What Is a 3/4 Disability Pension for Manhattan DSNY Workers?
Understanding the 3/4 Disability Pension for Manhattan Sanitation Workers Key Takeaways: Manhattan DSNY workers who suffer line-of-duty injuries may qualify for a 3/4 disability pension, paying 75% of final average salary versus standard ordinary disability benefits. Eligibility requires proving the disability resulted naturally and proximately from an accident during uniformed sanitation duties, not caused by […]
What Is a LODI and How Does It Help Staten Island City Workers?
Understanding LODI Benefits for Staten Island City Workers If you work for New York City as a police officer, firefighter, sanitation worker, or other municipal employee on Staten Island, understanding Line of Duty Injury (LODI) benefits is crucial. A LODI designation triggers powerful statutory benefits when a city worker is injured or becomes ill while […]
Can Manhattan City Workers Sue Private Contractors After On-Duty Injuries?
When a Manhattan City Worker Gets Hurt on a Private Contractor’s Site If you are a New York City municipal employee injured while working on or near a site controlled by a private contractor, you may have legal options beyond workers’ compensation. The short answer is yes: in many cases, Manhattan city workers can sue […]
What Are LODI Benefits for Injured NYC City Workers?
Understanding LODI Benefits for Injured NYC City Workers If you work for New York City and suffer an injury in the line of duty, you may be entitled to Line of Duty Injury (LODI) benefits. These benefits protect municipal employees, including DSNY sanitation workers, NYPD officers, FDNY firefighters, and other city personnel injured on the […]
What Happens If a Bronx Sanitation Worker Is Hit by a Car?
When a Bronx Sanitation Worker Gets Hit by a Car: Your Legal Rights and Next Steps Every day, New York City sanitation workers face oncoming traffic, distracted drivers, and hazardous roadside conditions while keeping Bronx neighborhoods clean. When a DSNY worker is struck by a vehicle on the job, the consequences can be severe, from […]
Can Staten Island DSNY Workers Sue the City After a LODI?
Yes, Staten Island DSNY workers who suffered a line of duty injury (LODI) may still have the right to sue the City of New York. Receiving LODI benefits does not automatically bar you from pursuing a civil claim if the City’s negligence caused or contributed to your injury. Whether you were hurt in a collection […]
What Is a Line of Duty Injury and How Does It Affect Manhattan City Workers?
A line of duty injury (LODI) is a work-related illness or injury that a uniformed New York City employee sustains while performing official duties. If you work for FDNY, NYPD, DOC, DSNY, or another city agency in Manhattan, a LODI designation may entitle you to free medical treatment, salary continuation, and pension benefits that differ […]
What Is a Notice of Claim and Why Do Bronx City Workers Need One?
If you work for New York City and suffered an injury on the job, you may have the right to pursue a legal claim against the City or a responsible third party. However, New York law requires you to complete a critical first step: serving a notice of claim. For Bronx city workers, including DSNY […]