Do you get workers’ compensation as an Uber driver?
Posted October 5th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents, Workers Compensation.
There has been a lot talk recently of car sharing programs such as Lyft and Uber. In New Jersey, Uber has become a power house as the organization recently announced that it wants to recruit 13,000 new drivers by the end of the year. Although there have been attempts by lawmakers to regulate ride sharing […]
Read MoreDo I get workers’ compensation after being assaulted on the job?
Posted September 30th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation.
When we think of someone getting hurt on the job, we generally think of someone getting into an accident. But sometimes, you can get hurt by the hands of a co-worker. And when that happens, you may be wondering who will pay your medical bills. Did you know that more than 2 million workers are […]
Read MoreLittle White Lies, Part 2 – Insurance Fraud Goes to Work
Posted September 22nd, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
The Affordable Care Act (also known as Obamacare) was created so that those who needed medical care would have the ability to obtain medical treatment. Unfortunately, not all consumers have followed the government’s directives to secure medical insurance. Thus, one of the reasons that insurance fraud goes to work. The Employer and Insurance Fraud What […]
Read MoreReopen Your Workers’ Compensation Claim
Posted September 15th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
If you received an award for work-related injuries, you may be of the impression that you have exhausted all remedies available to you. Not true. If your condition has deteriorated and you require further medical treatment, you may be eligible to reopen your workers’ compensation claim. Learn some important details involved in this process. Time […]
Read MoreCan I file for workers’ compensation for heat exhaustion in Jersey City, NJ?
Posted September 9th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s the last gasp of summer. With temperatures stuck in the 90s throughout New Jersey, no one wants to be working in this type of heat. Even schools are letting children go home early! But do you know who are the ones who suffer the most during heat waves? Those who work outside for a living, […]
Read MoreWeekend Safety Tips, Part 13: Staying Safe at the Office
Posted August 28th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Ok, so it’s the weekend and we’re talking about workplace accidents today. Hey, some people work the weekend! The fact is workplace accidents can happen to anyone, whether you’re working at a construction site or you spend eight hours in front of a computer. It doesn’t matter what your work environment is like — you […]
Read MoreHas Your Employer Intentionally Harmed You?
Posted August 27th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
If you have suspicions that your employer has intentionally harmed you, you may feel you have a clear cut case against them. While most work-related injuries are venued in workers’ compensation court, a select few can seek the direction of a higher court. How difficult is it to pursue a claim for intentional harm? Pursing […]
Read MoreThe Dangers of Working in a Highway Construction Zone
Posted July 27th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s a way of life during the summer time, especially here in the Northeast. Highway work slows down traffic, making everyone edgy and irritated. But for the people who are working on that highway, their job is anything but safe. With cars flying by, the use of powerful tools, and dangerous chemicals makes construction zone […]
Read MoreStaying Cool on a Hot Summer Day
Posted July 20th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It seems that summer has finally come with a vengeance. With the heat index making it feel like it’s over 100 degrees for the next few days, the best place to be is in an air conditioned room. However, not many of us have that luxury and this type of heat can be a killer. Severe […]
Read MoreWorkers’ compensation for the casual worker
Posted July 9th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation.
The title of this particular article might confuse you. Are casual workers individuals who are not required to show up for work in their Sunday best? Alternatively, are they people who take their jobs less than seriously? What are casual workers and how does workers’ compensation law apply to them? What is a Casual Worker? […]
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