Workers’ Compensation

Workers’ compensation is often referred to as “no-fault” insurance. That’s because workers are generally entitled to benefits even if their injuries were caused by their own mistakes. There are some exceptions, such as if they intentionally harmed themselves, if there...

Getting injured at work is stressful enough. What’s even worse is discovering that you may not be able to resume your job duties. In addition to your recovery, you are now worried about your and your family’s financial security. Fortunately, workers’ compensation...

Even if you work part time, an injury on the job can quickly disrupt your schedule and income. Many part-time workers in New Jersey assume they are not eligible for workers’ compensation. The reality is that most employees, whether full time or part time, can qualify...

Workers’ compensation insurance companies can sometimes be incredibly difficult about paying claims. As benevolent as their business may sound, they are businesses designed with one primary goal in mind: to generate profits for their shareholders. If you need to put...

Staying alert to danger is something you need to do throughout life. Yet, there are times when it is more crucial than normal -- and one of these is when working on a construction site. Construction site dangers tend to come from more angles than the average...

Recovering from a serious workplace injury is rarely a straight line. Even when healing is underway, the question of returning to work can bring uncertainty, anxiety and pressure. Injured workers want to get back to normal as soon as possible. At the same time,...

Driving for a living comes with one clear and obvious risk – the risk of a crash. These are everyday events, so driving more, such as for work, will generally increase the chance of being involved in one.  Yet that is far from the only way in which drivers could be...

If you work as a nurse or in a similar role as a caretaker to others, then you might find the tables turned. Workplace injuries and illnesses often necessitate time off work for those working in settings such as hospitals and care homes. Some never manage to go back....

What you do in the moments and days after a workplace accident can make or break your workers’ compensation claim. Even small missteps can have serious consequences for your benefits, even when you have a seemingly solid case. If you were injured on the job, it’s...

A repetitive stress injury can mean your job activities are now causing you physical harm. Therefore, gathering proof that your work has caused the condition is a critical step. What documentation must you gather to support your workers' compensation claim? Detailed...