Managing and controlling Workers' Compensation expenses is an essential concern for businesses and public entities in New York State. We understand that concern.

When selecting a law firm for Worker's Compensation, experience matters. Navigating the Worker's Compensation system and understanding this complex and ever evolving area of the law is important. Founded in 1994, Buckner & Kourofsky devotes its practice to representing employers, public and private, insurance companies, and third party administrators in Western New York. We have earned a reputation in the business community for vigorously defending and ethically promoting the interests of employers in an efficient and cost effective manner.

With over 100 years of combined experience, we assist clients in all phases of claim defense including:
  • Client counseling regarding Workers' Compensation issues
  • Initial claim analysis
  • Participation in claims reviews with employers and adjusters
  • Coverage issues
  • Attendance at Workers' Compensation hearings litigating Workers' Compensation issues involving the Volunteer Firefighters Law, Volunteer Ambulance Law and New York State Disability
  • Representation in the appeals process
  • Negotiating settlements and drafting settlement agreements
  • Appellate Division and Court of Appeals representation
  • Compensation Law before the New York Self Insurers Association and Monroe County Bar Association
Our goal is to help our clients achieve the best results. A strong defense can make the difference in the outcome of a claim. Our knowledge of the Workers' Compensation Law and understanding of the system has earned Buckner & Kourofsky the respect of our clients and colleagues and is the foundation of our practice.