If you are wondering whether or not to file a workers compensation claim in New York, Consider the following Table:
Injured Workers in New York – Key Statistics
Stat Figure
Total NY Workers’ Comp Claims Filed (2023) 144,000+
Average Weekly Compensation (Temporary Disability) $1,145.43
Top 3 Industries for Claims Construction, Healthcare, Transportation
Average Time to Receive First Payment 18–21 Days
Percentage of Claims Initially Denied ~20%
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