Getting injured at work is distressing, but something that many people in New Jersey go through at some point in their lives. It is hoped that by filing for workers’ compensation you will receive the benefits you need to recover from your injury without suffering...
Workers’ Compensation
What are workers’ comp benefits for injured New Jersey workers?
Injured workers in New Jersey may wonder what workers’ compensation benefits are available to them and that is important information to have. Injured workers and their families enjoy protections through workers’ compensation benefits that can be essential following a...
What are my options after a construction injury?
Construction injuries are often very serious. New Jersey workers can suffer spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, amputations and other severe injuries in a construction accident. Victims and their families will likely need a lot of financial...
Willful negligence: a bar to workers’ compensation
Workplace accidents occur all the time. Far too often, they leave innocent and unsuspecting workers seriously injured. Recovering from these injuries can be difficult from a physical and emotional perspective, but it can also be costly. Medical expenses,...
Are my workers’ compensation payments taxable?
When tax time rolls around, it can be confusing to figure out what you must claim as income. If you suffered an injury during the previous year and collected workers’ compensation wage benefits, then you may wonder if that counts as income on your taxes. According to...
Statistics on job-related injuries in New Jersey
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...
How do I notify my employer of a workplace injury?
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...
What are some risks in the construction industry?
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...
Pursuing all responsible parties
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...
Work-related carpal tunnel leads to 120,000 surgeries annually
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...