New York Undocumented Workers Lawyers

We at Hill & Moin understand that you immigrated to this country with bright hopes of providing a better life for your family. You probably came to New York for its many work opportunities. When you, or your loved one, are injured on the job, though, you may feel nervous about reporting it, worried that you will be “discovered” or possibly receive repercussions from your employer.  

You may not realize, however, that undocumented workers in New York have the right to receive workers’ compensation benefits if they experience a work-related injury. So don’t be afraid to contact our law firm. We want to hear from you. 

An attorney for workers’ compensation for undocumented workers can review your case carefully and provide options for pursuing compensation for injuries. Contact us today at (212) 668-6000 for a free consultation with an attorney. 

What is Workers’ Compensation?

Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that provides wages and medical benefits for workers who are injured at work or become ill due to their work. In New York State, almost all employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance for their employees. 

People who work as freelancers or independent contractors would not normally come under a company’s workers’ compensation benefits, but there are exceptions to the rule. Thus, you must speak to a qualified workers’ compensation lawyer to find out what your rights are. Your attorney can help arrange for investigative work to make sure that you receive proper compensation for the injuries you, or your loved one, sustained in a workplace accident. 

Generally, there are 4 basic requirements needed to qualify for workers’ compensation benefits:

• You must be an employee with a company
• You must have a work-related injury or illness
• You must file a claim before the applicable deadline

Yes, in every state, there are deadlines for pursuing a claim for workers’ compensation. So there is no time to lose.

Let us help you with your case. When you have experienced workers’ compensation lawyers at an experienced law firm on your side, you can be confident that the deadlines can be met so your future medical treatment and lost wages may be secured 

Undocumented Workers Have Rights

In 1986, the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) was passed by the federal government and signed into law. This law made it a crime for an employer to knowingly hire immigrant workers who legally cannot work in the United States of America. In many cases, however, employers may hire undocumented immigrants who present what seem to be legitimate immigration and work documents.

As a result, it is a simple fact that currently there are millions of undocumented immigrants working in the United States. The laws for workers’ compensation benefits are governed on the state level, and each state has different laws regarding undocumented immigrants workers’ comp benefits. Currently, New York State does not look at the immigration status of an employee when considering cases of workers’ compensation. 

This means that if you or your loved one has experienced a work-related injury, you may receive compensation benefits regardless of your immigration status. In addition, there may be other liable parties who will not have immunity from a lawsuit for their breach of their responsibility.. If a third party was negligent or violated an applicable statute, you may be entitled to significant compensation against them in a third-party claim. 

Even as an undocumented worker, you have the right to receive proper compensation. So it is very important to contact us and let qualified lawyers for workers’ comp for undocumented workers review your case and provide you with options for compensation. We know how to investigate and aggressively pursue your case.  

Why Contact the Lawyers At Hill & Moin, LLP

Did you know that according to The National Safety Council, every 7 seconds, a worker is injured on the job? Think about it – week after week, you or your loved one have been devoting many hours of life to further the cause of the company. It is thus only right that you receive proper compensation for a work-related injury. This includes you, even as an undocumented worker.

If you are an undocumented worker injured at the workplace, your boss may try to offer you monetary compensation or direct you to tell others that you were injured at home rather than on the job.. But it is critical that you do not accept any offer from your employer without consulting a lawyer first!

Remember that the lawyers at Hill & Moin LLP in New York want to hear from you! An attorney experienced with workers’ comp for undocumented workers can review the facts of your injury and assist you. 

Contact us today at (212) 668-6000 for a free consultation with an attorney to learn your Personal Injury Recovery SolutionsⓇ. Don’t wonder about your rights!