New York A03293 amends workers' compensation law to limit liens on third-party recoveries to lost wages or medical expenses.

New York A03293 amends the workers' compensation law to modify the treatment of recoveries from third-party actions. Specifically, it limits the liens on such recoveries to only those related to lost wages or medical expenses. Injured employees or their dependents can still pursue compensation from third parties without electing between this option and workers' compensation benefits. The bill also outlines procedures for apportionment of legal fees and other costs between the employee and the lienor.

New York A03293 amends workers' compensation law to limit liens on third-party recoveries to lost wages or medical expenses.

New York A03293 amends the workers' compensation law to modify the treatment of recoveries from third-party actions. Specifically, it limits the liens on such recoveries to only those related to lost wages or medical expenses. Injured employees or their dependents can still pursue compensation from third parties without electing between this option and workers' compensation benefits. The bill also outlines procedures for apportionment of legal fees and other costs between the employee and the lienor.