The workers' compensation system aims to safeguard employees who become injured at work by providing medical treatment and financial resources. With that said, not every employee in New York State is eligible for workers' comp coverage. To better understand who is and isn't covered, review the following information from Daniel R. McComb, Attorney at Law of Batavia, NY.

Who Is Covered

Under New York's workers' compensation laws, most full- or part-time employees injured at work will qualify for coverage. This includes hourly or salaried workers, leased or borrowed employees, and family members and volunteers who work for for-profit businesses. Also included in this category are occasional or seasonal workers and other employees who may not have a regular or consistent work schedule.

Who Is Not Covered

As with any rule, there are exceptions to be aware of. One of the main groups not covered by workers' comp are independent contractors and those who work as freelancers. Those who volunteer at nonprofit organizations are also generally not covered by workers' compensation. Other groups typically ineligible include:

• Members of religious orders and clergy
• Those employed by nonprofits who do not engage in manual labor as part of their work
• Those covered by other workers' compensation plans, such as the federal workers' comp system
• A farmer's spouse and minor children who are not contracted for work
• Anyone covered under New York State General Municipal Law, such as NYPD police personnel and firefighters

To see if you qualify for workers' comp, or to appeal a denial of a claim, trust Daniel R. McComb, Attorney at Law. With more than three decades of legal experience, Attorney McComb and his team represent clients throughout the Batavia area. Call (585) 343-2250, visit the firm online, or message them on Facebook or Google+ when you've been injured at work, and schedule a consultation with an experienced legal professional.