Slipped and Fell at Work? What You Need to Know

Posted October 4th, 2016 by .

Categories: Slip and Falls, Workers Compensation.

We’ve talked a lot about slip and fall accidents.  In Part V of our series, we go on to discuss how fall down accidents can represent more than premises liability claims.  What happens to the person who slipped and fell at work?  Who’s responsible? Justine works as a secretary for a large Newark law firm.  […]

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Focus on Injured Temporary Workers: Who’s Actually Responsible?

Posted September 1st, 2016 by .

Categories: Workers Compensation.

The work at XYZ Manufacturing is seasonal.  Rather than hire long term employees, most of the workforce is comprised of temporary workers.  So, what happens when one of them becomes injured? Who’s responsible for providing workers’ compensation benefits? The issue is not a novel one.  Many of today’s employees find that companies will only hire […]

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The Bottom Line on Independent Contractors Hurt at Work

Posted August 11th, 2016 by .

Categories: Workers Compensation.

You’ve signed a 1099 tax form meaning you’re an independent contractor.  Suddenly, you are hurt in a tragic accident at work.  The company you are working for basically tells you that you are not entitled to workers’ compensation benefits.  After all, you are not their employee.  It sounds like you might have a problem.  But, […]

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The Bottom Line on Second Opinions for Work Injuries

Posted August 2nd, 2016 by .

Categories: Workers Compensation.

Sandra Gomez is concerned.  She hurt her back while lifting heavy bins of material. The company doctor is insisting Sandra is well enough to return to work.  Sandra feels she should get a second opinion.  She asks the workers’ compensation adjuster to refer her to another doctor. Can you guess the response? We provided you […]

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Summertime Safety Tips, Part 9: Be Careful Around the Construction Site

Posted July 29th, 2016 by .

Categories: Workers Compensation.

Not everyone can experience AC while at the office. Some people, like construction workers, have to work outside in the heat every single day. And although outside work during the summer requires a lot of sweating, there are more dangers on a construction site than experiencing heat stroke. According to the Occupational Safety and Health […]

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Injured While Working for an Uninsured Employer? What Now?

Posted July 14th, 2016 by .

Categories: Workers Compensation.

It’s bad enough to get injured at work.  Almost everyone knows that companies are required to maintain workers’ compensation insurance.  But, what happens when you find out your employer is uninsured.  What now? There are generally two different reasons that employers do not maintain workers’ compensation coverage.  One may be that they neglect to purchase […]

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What You Need to Know About OSHA’s Role in the Workplace

Posted June 16th, 2016 by .

Categories: Workers Compensation.

First, have you heard of OSHA?  Or, know their role in the workplace.  If not, you’ve come to the right place.  OSHA actually stands for the Occupational Safety & Health Administration and falls under the auspices of the United States Department of Labor.  When it comes to the workplace, they’re pretty important. Most New Jersey […]

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Hurt at Work and Can’t Do Your Old Job? What Now?

Posted June 2nd, 2016 by .

Categories: Workers Compensation.

It stinks getting hurt at work.  Particularly if you love your job.  Sometimes your injuries are so severe that you can’t return to the same job.  Ever wonder what happens now? Felix worked in the shipping and receiving department of a local manufacturing company.  Unfortunately, he suffered a severe back injury when he lifted some […]

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No, You Won’t be Deported for Filing a Workers Compensation Claim

Posted May 13th, 2016 by .

Categories: Workers Compensation.

If you’re an illegal immigrant, chances are you live in fear of deportation every day. That’s probably why you chose a job where you’re paid for less money than an American worker. You work hard everyday as a busboy to make money to send home. But then one day, as you are making your way […]

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Injured in a Fight at Work? What Happens Now?

Posted May 5th, 2016 by .

Categories: Workers Compensation.

Injured in a fight at work?  If you need medical treatment, you’re likely wondering how it will be paid.  Does a claim get submitted to workers’ compensation insurance company?  What exactly happens? It depends. Let’s go through a scenario.  When John Grunder arrives at work, he quickly searches for Peter Stephens.  He is fuming.  It […]

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