Workers’ Compensation

Regardless of the field you work in, you need to watch out for the risk of a job-related accident. Sometimes, these accidents result in devastating injuries, while others claim lives. Each year, many people in New Jersey and across the country face many hardships...

You are probably aware of the risks involved with your job and know that you could at some point suffer an injury. If so, New Jersey has a workers’ compensation system ready to assist you in your time of need. The first step to making the system work for you is...

If you are a construction worker, it is important to have a clear understanding of the many risks you face on the job. Unfortunately, these hazards often result in accidents that lead to serious injuries or even the loss of life. In the event that you suffer an injury...

You may already know that the workers' compensation system helps you get back on your feet after you receive a work injury. These laws have been around for a long time, providing a low-conflict way for workers to get the resources they need. What you may not know is...

When you earn your living in a New Jersey factory, on an assembly line or in a similar setting where you perform the same or similar tasks over and over again, your injury risks are high. You face an elevated chance of experiencing a repetitive motion or...

New Jersey construction workers like you face elevated risks on many levels. You often work with heavy machinery and dangerous equipment. But some of the biggest risks you face are both commonplace and easy to prevent.  For example, falls are one of the biggest...

When workers sustain an injury on the job, they may need to receive workers' compensation benefits. According to the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, workers should speak to their supervisors when they sustain an injury. Many workers may need medical...

When asked to picture a dangerous workplace, it is likely most would picture either a quarry or a construction site. However, when it comes to suffering from falls, neither of these are the most dangerous. In fact, when considering falls alone, the most dangerous...

A workers’ compensation award does not provide you with full pay while you are off work due to an injury. You only qualify for a portion of your average pay. This might be problematic if your personal finances rest on receiving your full salary. You may wonder if you...

A Worker’s Guide to Workers' Compensation in New Jersey explains that most people employed in New Jersey are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits for job-related injury or occupational illness. You may find it difficult to navigate unfamiliar workers’...