New York Workers Compensation Benefits

Complete guide to workers comp benefits, filing deadlines, and rules in New York (NY).

Max Weekly Benefit

$1,145

Benefit Duration

No statutory limit for total disability

Waiting Period

7 days (retroactive after 14 days)

Filing Deadline

2 years from date of injury

Average Settlement

$25,000 – $65,000

State Fund Available

Yes

Key Facts About New York Workers Comp

  • •New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) is the state fund
  • •All employers must carry coverage — no exemptions
  • •Benefits are 66⅔% of average weekly wage
  • •New York has a Workers' Compensation Board for dispute resolution
  • •Schedule loss of use awards for permanent injuries

Common Industries in New York

Workers in these New York industries file the most workers compensation claims:

FinanceHealthcareConstructionManufacturingTechnology

How to File a Workers Comp Claim in New York

  1. Report your injury to your employer as soon as possible. New York requires prompt written notice.
  2. Seek medical treatment from an authorized provider. Your employer or their insurer may have specific physician requirements.
  3. File your claim with New York's workers compensation board before the deadline: 2 years from date of injury.
  4. Follow your treatment plan and keep records of all medical visits, expenses, and time missed from work.

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