QUESTION
My wife was scald at work. Would she be eligable for any compensaion for her pain & scarring?
Asked on Dec 07th, 2015 on Workers Compensation - New York
More details to this question:
She works at a school Kitchen & they've paid (through a workmans comp claim) her hospital & Dr.'s fees. She did have to undergo skin graphs & a hospital stay. This happened on 9/25/15 & she was cleared to return to work on 11/10/15. She continues to follow up with the Dr. and must wear a compression vest for a year.
1 ANSWER
Dennis Kergick
Unfortunately, there is no payment for pain or suffering under the WC Act. There are, however, disfigurement benefits that may be payable for permanent, unsightly scarring found on the head, neck, or face. If any of the burns are visible on the head, neck, or face, it would be worthwhile to consult with an attorney to determine what the case might be worth.
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Answered on Dec 17th, 2015 at 12:25 PM