Commission for Investigation of Workmen's Compensation Law Administration investigation case files and summaries
Series Number
B1314
Summary
The commission compiled these case files to track individual investigations of doctors, x-ray laboratories, surgical supply firms, hospitals, insurance companies, and others involved in, or transacting business with parties involved in, workers' compensation cases. The case files usually contain records subpoenaed by the commission, such as compensation medical report forms; patient medical histories, sometimes including notes on each visit; bank statements; cancelled checks or check stubs; bank deposit slips; schedules of cash receipts and disbursements; and ledgers.
Creator
New York (State). Commission for Investigation of Workmen's Compensation Law Administration
Access Restrictions
All investigative materials in Moreland Act commission records are indefinitely restricted pursuant to Executive Law sect. 6 and 63.8 and Civil Rights Law sect. 73.8. Requests for access to such materials are referred to the Governor's Office.
Commission for Investigation of Workmen's Compensation Law Administration research and investigation files
Series Number
10997
Summary
This series contains the commission's central operational files documenting its staffing and the conduct of its investigation into charges of maladministration and corruption relating to the Workmen's Compensation Law, including but not limited to political favoritism and kickbacks. The files include correspondence, interviews, hearings, claims, reports, legal opinions, personnel records, and police records.
Creator
New York (State). Commission for Investigation of Workmen's Compensation Law Administration
Access Restrictions
All investigative materials in Moreland Act commission records are indefinitely restricted pursuant to Executive Law sect. 6 and 63.8 and Civil Rights Law sect. 73.8. Requests for access to such materials are referred to the Governor's Office.
Moreland Act Commission to Study Workmen's Compensation Administration and Costs investigation administration files
Series Number
10983
Summary
This file documents the Commission's operations and investigation including: operation, background and research materials; testimony and transcripts of hearings, conferences, and interviews with representatives of employers groups, unions organizations, and legal and medical associations. Records include: compensation insurance ratings; records of premium rates; documentation of worker accidents and injuries; and press releases and clippings regarding these issues.
Creator
New York (State). Moreland Act Commission to Study Workmen's Compensation Administration and Costs
Access Restrictions
All investigative materials in Moreland Act commission records are indefinitely restricted pursuant to Executive Law sect. 6 and 63.8 and Civil Rights Law sect. 73.8. Requests for access to such materials are referred to the Governor's Office.
Commission for Investigation of Workmen's Compensation Law Administration press clippings
Series Number
B1316
Summary
The commission collected these newspaper and magazine articles and editorials from New York, out-of-state, and national publications to track the history and progress of the investigation. The articles concern the commission's investigation and cover such areas as irregularities in administration of the Workmen's Compensation Law, such as padding of medical bills; testimony at public hearings; and the commission's final report, recommendations, and legislative proposals. The name and date of the publication is given for each clipping.
Creator
New York (State). Commission for Investigation of Workmen's Compensation Law Administration
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Commission for Investigation of Workmen's Compensation Law Administration transcripts of public hearings
Series Number
B1313
Summary
These are transcripts of testimony taken by the Commission for Investigation of Workmen's Compensation Law Administration at public hearings held in 1943-1944, meant to reveal factors that prevented workmen's compensation from reaching intended beneficiaries. The transcripts contain testimony from individuals involved in or having close knowledge of compensation cases or compensation administration. Witnesses gave testimony concerning inadequacies, irregularities, and fraud in the administration of the Workmen's Compensation Law, including inadequate medical treatment, kickbacks, bribes, and other illegal or unethical activities.
Creator
New York (State). Commission for Investigation of Workmen's Compensation Law Administration
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.