Watch Out for Falling Objects at a Construction Site
Posted June 15th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
With Jersey City booming, more and more construction sites are popping up throughout our fair city. According to a recent news article, not only is the tallest building in New Jersey being built on Hudson Street, but there are plans for several condominium buildings to be built. With the increase in construction sites, there is also […]
Read MoreCan heart attacks be work-related injury in Jersey City, NJ?
Posted June 11th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation.
Can heart attacks be work-related? It might seem obvious. After all, you had a heart attack at work. Your employer is therefore liable for workers’ compensation benefits, right? Should they pay for your medical bills, afford you lost wages, and offer an award on permanent disability? In short, the answer is maybe. Not every heart […]
Read MoreOccupational Claims for Work Injuries
Posted May 21st, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Many are surprised to learn workers’ compensation claims are not necessarily confined to specific events. If the workplace environment causes issues, the law allows for the pursuit occupational claims for work injuries. Similarly, a workers’ compensation claim may exist for harm caused by repetitive motion. The overall term for both these types of injuries is […]
Read MoreCan I apply for workers’ compensation as an independent contractor in Jersey City, NJ?
Posted April 30th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation.
It happens for an assortment of reasons. Some employers hire staff and require them to sign agreements designating themselves as independent contractors. In addition to signing these documents, these staff members forego tax deductions and receive 1099 tax forms annually. Are independent contractors also exempt from workers’ compensation benefits? Independent Contractor Designation Believe it or […]
Read MoreWhat You Should Do After a Workplace Accident
Posted April 8th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
After being injured in a workplace accident, the first thing that may go through your mind is what happens now? This is something you’ve probably never prepared for and now you’re worried about the future. This is an understandable reaction and we’re here to help you out! Your first priority is to get medical attention, especially […]
Read MoreWhat to Do After Being Injured From a Ladder Accident
Posted April 2nd, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation.
Ladder accidents often result in catastrophic damages, including fatalities. Whether you fell from a ladder at home or at work, you may have a claim if you were injured when you fell from a ladder. It is always wise to seek legal advice to determine if you have a case. According to a study conducted […]
Read MoreDo I have a workers’ compensation claim for my illness?
Posted March 23rd, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation.
When you hear workers’ compensation, you may think you can only claim if you got into a workplace accident such as a slip and fall or a fallen object. But workers’ compensation claims cover much more than an accident injury. These claims can also cover illnesses that were caused by a toxic environment. Here’s the […]
Read MoreWhat are the Most Common Workplace Accidents?
Posted March 20th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
“Getting into a workplace accident? That won’t happen to me!” You may have said or thought this whenever you read one of our blogs. And it’s true, many of us will thankfully never get into an accident while on the job. But you would be surprised how common it is to get injured while working, […]
Read MoreWhat to do when your workers’ compensation is denied
Posted March 16th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation.
After being hurt on the job, you followed all the right procedures to submit your workers’ compensation claim on time. You provided your hospital records and gave a detailed explanation of what had happened prior to and during your accident. You even took photos at the scene. Yet, your claim is still denied. How can […]
Read MorePersonal Injury and Minors, Part One: Workers’ Compensation
Posted February 24th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Minors who sustain injuries are protected under the law. What about minors and workplace injuries? Anyone injured at work have basic rights under workers’ compensation law. Generally speaking, these are summed up as authorized medical treatment, reimbursement of a portion of lost wages, and the prospect of some degree of a permanent disability award. However, […]
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