# New York Workers' Comp Advice

New York employees who get injured at work are entitled to benefits from workers' compensation, an insurance program that pays for your medical bills and lost wages while you're recovering. The free advice and resources below break down the workers' comp process so you can focus on getting better and getting on with your life.

## [Workers’ Comp in New York: Everything You Need to Know](https://www.atticus.com/advice/workers-compensation/workers-comp-in-new-york)

By Victoria Muñoz | Lead Attorney

You may qualify for workers’ comp if you get injured or sick on the job and you work for a New York employer who withholds taxes from your paychecks.

## [How to File for Workers' Comp in New York](https://www.atticus.com/advice/workers-compensation/how-to-file-for-workers-comp-in-new-york)

By Victoria Muñoz | Lead Attorney

This guide will explain who qualifies for workers' comp in New York, how to file a claim, and what to expect after submitting your claim.

## [How Much Does New York Workers' Comp Pay in 2024?](https://www.atticus.com/advice/workers-compensation/how-much-does-workers-comp-pay-in-new-york)

By Victoria Muñoz | Lead Attorney

If you suffer a work-related injury, one of the most important benefits from workers’ comp is the payments you receive to cover lost wages.

## [New York Workers' Comp Settlement Charts for 2024](https://www.atticus.com/advice/workers-compensation/new-york-workers-comp-settlement-charts)

By Victoria Muñoz | Lead Attorney

Multiple factors go into a workers’ comp settlement, including your income before your work injury, the medical treatment you need, and how your condition could affect future earnings.

## [Attorneys Answer: Should I Hire a New York Workers’ Comp Lawyer?](https://www.atticus.com/advice/workers-compensation/why-should-i-hire-a-new-york-workers-comp-attorney-heather-myer)

By Victoria Muñoz | Lead Attorney

If you're filing a New York workers' comp claim, an attorney can help you to more smoothly navigate the process.