New York Public Personnel Law: Workers' Compensation 101 with the Advocate for Injured Workers continues

Nov 3, 2025

Workers' Compensation 101 with the Advocate for Injured Workers continues

The New York State Workers' Compensation Board continues its webinar series for employees next week, and there is still time to register!

On the dates listed below, the Board’s Advocate for Injured Workers will present on the basics of the workers’ compensation system, including employees’ rights if they become injured or ill on the job. The updated presentation will also cover:

Employees’ benefits under workers’ compensation
How to file a claim
How to get help with your claim if needed
Tips and best practices for injured workers

The sessions are free and there will be time at the end for questions.

Register here

Wednesday, November 5, 2025
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday, December 2, 2025
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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