New York S04826 amends the workers' compensation law to modify appeals for modification, rescission, or review of an award or decision.

New York S04826 amends the workers' compensation law to modify appeals for modification, rescission, or review of an award or decision. It specifies that an award or decision of the board shall be final and conclusive unless reversed or modified on appeal. The bill also outlines procedures for appeals, including the imposition of penalties for frivolous appeals and the requirement for employers to continue paying compensation during the appeal process. The act will take effect 120 days after it becomes law.

New York S04826 amends the workers' compensation law to modify appeals for modification, rescission, or review of an award or decision.

New York S04826 amends the workers' compensation law to modify appeals for modification, rescission, or review of an award or decision. It specifies that an award or decision of the board shall be final and conclusive unless reversed or modified on appeal. The bill also outlines procedures for appeals, including the imposition of penalties for frivolous appeals and the requirement for employers to continue paying compensation during the appeal process. The act will take effect 120 days after it becomes law.