Workers’ Compensation

In the United States, 986 workers died from heat exposure between 1992 and 2022, with the construction industry accounting for 34% of all deaths. Although the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has discussed creating a federal heat safety standard, none currently exists and there is no clear timeline… Continue reading →

This is a common question, and it is necessary to fully understand the costs and fees that will be deducted from your award as you consider a potential settlement or are reviewing a judgement by a Judge of Compensation. The largest fee is the attorney fee, this should have been… Continue reading →

Navigating the aftermath of a workplace injury can be overwhelming. However, knowing your rights under the New Jersey’s workers’ compensation laws can provide the clarity and confidence needed to ensure you receive the benefits you are entitled to. This blog will guide you through the essential aspects of workers’ compensation… Continue reading →

When an individual suffers a work-related injury in the State of New Jersey, their employer (if the employer is self-insured), or the employer’s workers’ compensation insurance carrier is legally obligated to provide three basic workers’ compensation benefits.  These benefits include: reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury; monetary… Continue reading →

The term ‘repetitive stress injury’ covers a wide variety of conditions. A Repetitive stress or strain injury happens when too much stress is placed on a given body part and can result in pain, swelling, muscle strains, and tissue damage. If your job involves performing the same task over and… Continue reading →