What Does Light Duty Work Mean in a Workers’ Compensation Case?
Posted May 30th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You were injured on the job. After months of recovery, the doctor has given you permission to return to “light duty work.” What does this mean? And how can this affect you as an employee? Let’s give you a brief explanation of light duty. After a workplace accident, the employer and insurance want to make […]
Read MoreLegal Representation is Important When You’re Hurt at Work
Posted May 25th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You took a nasty fall while you were at work. Your boss tells you not to worry. The company will take care of your medical bills. In fact, your employer even arranges transportation to the local health clinic. You are also assured that you will receive money for lost time. So, with all these promises, […]
Read MoreWhen It Looks Like a Co-Worker Caused Your Injuries
Posted May 16th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s the type of accident that can happen anywhere. In this case, a number of warehouse workers are unpacking merchandise. A forklift driver enters the area with a pallet of boxes. Unfortunately, the lift operator didn’t check to make sure the load was properly secured. As a result, a heavy box falls and lands on […]
Read MoreQuestion for Jersey City, NJ Attorney Carbone: Can I Reopen My Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Posted May 8th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Question: I injured my neck at work a few months ago. The doctor said the injury wasn’t too severe and ordered a few tests. While I was in treatment, I had applied for and received workers’ compensation. However, since I received my settlement, my injuries have gotten increasingly worse. Then pain now travels down my spine […]
Read MoreNeed to Know Information about Scaffolding Accidents
Posted April 25th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”), a number of scaffolding accidents result in fatalities. OSHA is the federal agency that oversees many industries from a safety perspective. This includes construction sites. Apparently, it’s not just painters and window cleaners who can get hurt on scaffolds. Even bystanders or pedestrians can be injured […]
Read MoreQuestion for Attorney Carbone: I Got Injured on the Job and Then I Was Fired. Is That Legal?
Posted April 24th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Question: I work as a delivery man. While working, I slipped and fell on a flight a stairs. I broke a few ribs and injured my back, but nothing a few months of healing won’t fix. I’m currently out on workers’ compensation. The other day, I received a letter in the mail from my employer […]
Read MoreWhat Happens if You’re Hurt While Breaking Up a Fight at Work?
Posted April 20th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You might have done it on instinct. Or, thought that breaking up fights at work is one of your responsibilities. However, what happens if you’re hurt in the process? Can you make a workers’ compensation claim? It’s an interesting discussion. For one, some altercations at work fall under the category of horseplay. NJSA 34:15-7.1 provides […]
Read MoreWhat Happens When Your Hearing Loss is Related to Your Job?
Posted April 6th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
All types of jobs can potentially subject employees to noise exposure. There’s no question that sirens, as well as large and small machines, can blast out piercing or other deafening sounds. So, what happens if the result is hearing loss? Are you entitled to workers’ compensation benefits? You should know that noise exposure is not […]
Read MoreSee Why Money Can Be Held from a Compensation Award
Posted March 16th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It might seem premature to think about it. After all, you just got hurt at work. You know you’re entitled to some things. You’re not really sure about the concept of a compensation award. However, if you’re eligible for one, you don’t want money held from it. Most people with job injuries think along these […]
Read MoreQuestion for Attorney Carbone: Can I Reapply for Workers’ Compensation?
Posted March 6th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Question: I work with chemicals as part of my job. The years of handling toxic substances have affected me greatly and now I have pneumonitis. The medical bills are insane and a friend had urged me to file for workers’ compensation. However, my claim was denied. What can I do next? Should I reapply? Answer: […]
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