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We’re proud to announce that ten workers’ compensation lawyers at Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano LLP have been recognized in the 2025 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. This distinction highlights our commitment to fight for injured workers and their families in New York. A recognition of outstanding legal representation Super Lawyers is a…

Under New York law, Employers Have a Duty To Maintain Safe Conditions and Provide Proper Equipment A new national survey confirms what many injured workers have long suspected: safety often takes a back seat to profits. According to data from Brady Corporation, 57 percent of workers believe their employers prioritize profits over employee protection, and…

Every year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) releases its list of the most frequently cited workplace safety violations. And every year, the same issues keep popping up. For the 15th year in a row, "Fall Protection – General Requirements" tops the list, proving that even with increased awareness, some risks won’t go away.…

Too often, hand injuries at work get brushed off as “just sore hands.” If you’ve ever used the heel of your palm like a tool to smack, press, or twist something into place, there’s a hand condition worth knowing about: hypothenar hammer syndrome (HHS). It develops when blood flow to your fingers drops because the…

Heat exposure remains a deadly and costly issue for U.S. workers. In 2023 alone, 55 workers across all industries died from heat-related causes, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In 2021 and 2022, nearly 5,000 people suffered heat-related injuries or illnesses serious enough to keep them off the job for days, often collecting…

The Hidden Human Factors Behind Persistent LOTO Fatalities Across New York and throughout the country, industrial workplaces rely on strict safety protocols to protect employees from hazardous equipment and machinery. One of the most important of these safeguards is the lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedure. This process is designed to prevent machinery from starting up or releasing…

A Dedicated Workers’ Comp Attorney Recognized for His Leadership and Results Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano LLP is proud to announce that longtime attorney Peter J. DiMarinis has been named a partner at the firm. DiMarinis has dedicated his career to representing injured workers across New York and continues to be a powerful advocate…

How insurance companies use surveillance to challenge claims When you’re injured on the job in New York, filing for workers’ compensation benefits can feel like stepping into an unfamiliar arena. You’re dealing with pain, piles of paperwork, and suddenly, questions about your every move. Somewhere along the way, you might start noticing the same car…

Why Fall Hazards on New York Construction Sites Demand Immediate Attention Every year, hundreds of construction workers across the U.S. lose their lives in preventable falls. In New York, where scaffolding and high-rise construction are part of daily life, the risk is even greater. The National Safety Council reports that over one-third of all construction…

Lost wage benefits are a critical source of financial support for many injured workers in New York. For those recovering from serious work-related injuries or illnesses, these payments often help cover basic living expenses when they’re unable to earn a paycheck. Starting July 1, 2025, New York will increase the maximum weekly benefit rate for…