ยง 118. Technical rules of evidence or procedure not required. The
chairman or board in making an investigation or inquiry or conducting a
hearing shall not be bound by common law or statutory rules of evidence
or by technical or formal rules of procedure, except as provided by this
chapter; but may make such investigation or inquiry or conduct such
hearing in such manner as to ascertain the substantial rights of the
parties. Declarations of a deceased employee concerning the accident
shall be received in evidence and shall, if corroborated by
circumstances or other evidence, be sufficient to establish the accident
and the injury.
Structure New York Laws
Article 7 - Miscellaneous Provisions.
110 - Record and Report of Injuries by Employers.
110-A - Confidentiality of Workers' Compensation Records.
110-B - Reporting of Injuries to Employer.
111 - Information to Be Furnished by Employer.
112 - Inspection of Records of Employers.
114 - Penalties for Fraudulent Practices.
114-A - Disqualification for False Representation.
114-B - Readjustment of an Employer's Experience Rating.
118 - Technical Rules of Evidence or Procedure Not Required.
118-A - Effect of Findings and Determinations in Subsequent Proceedings.
120 - Discrimination Against Employees.
121-A - Proof of Dependency in Foreign Countries.
123 - Jurisdiction of Board to Be Continuing.
125 - Job Discrimination Prohibited Based on Prior Receipt of Benefits.
125-A - Discriminating Against an Injured Veteran.
128 - Unconstitutional Provisions.
129 - Actions or Causes of Action Pending.
130 - Workmen's Compensation Premiums Shall Be Deemed Preferred Claims.
132 - Criminal Prosecution; Certifications
135 - Premium Credits for Safety Investment.