Welcome to the IWBA
A message from Justin Teff, President of the IWBA
In 2017, we proudly celebrated the 20th anniversary of our organization. For two decades, the IWBA and its members have fought tirelessly to protect the interests of New York’s injured veterans of industry, and over the past several years, our members’ ability to communicate, inform, and educate each other has grown significantly. The IWBA continues to make efforts to create a positive working relationship with the state Legislature and regulatory agencies thus permitting our organization to be part of the dialogue on future legal issues.
This is proving to be one of the more difficult times for New York’s injured workers, and for their counsel, than can be recalled in recent history. It is critical that the IWBA remain strong, and its members active in 2018, so if you are not currently a member, join us today. The benefits of IWBA membership will only continue to grow, including the excellent continuing education and networking opportunities offered through the IWBA. Visit our Upcoming CLE page for more information, and we will look forward to seeing you in New York City in January, Syracuse in April, and Saratoga in September of 2018!
September 13, 2017 - Proposed Schedule Loss of Use Comments Submitted to the WCB
The IWBA submitted comments to the WCB regarding the WCB Proposed Schedule Loss of Use Guidelines and Regulations. To review the comments, please click here.
IWBA Submits Comments to the WCB
IWBA respectfully submitted comments regarding (1) the proposed amendments to 12 NYCRR 300.17; (2) Subject Number 046-943; and (3) revised form OC-400.1 (4-17). To review the comments, please click here.
Schedule Loss of Use Awards
One of the primary agenda items for New York’s business and insurance lobby in 2017 is the reduction and/or elimination of so-called schedule loss of use awards in workers’ compensation. Various reasons have been advanced as to why this goal is purportedly laudable. Please see the attached memorandum that corrects several common misconceptions regarding schedule loss of use awards, associated costs, and the compensation process itself, that have been perpetuated by interest groups adverse to the rights of New York’s permanently disabled workers.
Click Here for MYTHS - Schedule Loss of Use Reform Efforts
Click Here for IWBA Opposition Memorandum in support of the Legislature’s rejection of proposals to amend the Workers’ Compensation Law
The Injured Workers' Bar Association, established January 7, 1997, is comprised of attorneys from throughout New York State who concentrate their practice in representation of injured workers. Many of our members practice exclusively in the area of Workers' Compensation Law. 
Some say that an attorney is not needed to help prosecute a Workers' Compensation claim, however we strongly urge any injured worker who seeks Workers' Compensation benefits to consult with an attorney who practices in the field of Workers Compensation.