Workers’ Compensation

Anyone who has to work at a significant height faces inherent risks. One mistake could lead to a fall, which could cause serious injuries, such as spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries. Many falls are fatal. To protect workers, different types of fall...

In many instances, fault will not affect a workers’ compensation case. This is a no-fault system. Even if a worker was technically at fault for their injuries, if they were on the job at the time, they likely still qualify for workers’ comp benefits. This does mean...

When people hear about surveillance, they often think of crime dramas or spy movies. What they don’t consider is insurance companies conducting surveillance on injured workers during workers’ compensation cases. Although it may feel invasive, surveillance is a common...

Construction ranks among the most dangerous industries in the country. Federal data shows that roughly one in five workplace deaths each year involves a construction worker. If you work on a job site in New Jersey and suffer an injury, the state’s workers’...

Some jobs have a strong association with the risk of a violent incident. Professionals working in law enforcement or security typically recognize that they are vulnerable to violence at almost any time.  Many others could also be at risk of getting hurt due to...

Work injuries can sometimes be the fault of an employee. They make a mistake on the job that leads to injury. Other times, employers might cause worker injuries by deferring machinery maintenance, providing insufficient training or imposing unreasonable demands on...

Construction workers provide a valuable service that most people don’t think about. People drive on roads and bridges, they go into buildings and they use structures of various types without thinking about whether they were built up to code.  Another thing that people...

If you sustain a work injury, you need to report it immediately. If you contract an occupational illness, you should notify your employer as soon as possible. Taking too long to inform your employer about your injury or disease can be harmful. Here is how it can...

People who work in health care provide valuable services to people who are sick, injured or need medical attention. Some people don’t realize that these hardworking individuals face significant risks on each shift they work.  It’s critical that employers ensure all...

As a part-time employee, you are likely no stranger to juggling multiple responsibilities. But what happens when you sustain an injury on the job? Can you still count on workers' compensation to support you during your recovery? Part-time employees are generally...