Can an employer refuse to file a workers’ compensation claim in Jersey City, NJ?
Posted July 30th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You were injured at work. The first thing you did was tell your employer then you sought medical attention. While recovering, you learn that your employer never reported the incident to the company’s insurance company. Is this legal? There are many ways an employer will try to get out of paying a workers’ compensation claim […]
Read MoreJersey City Worker’s Rooftop Fall Appears to be Workers’ Compensation Accident
Posted July 22nd, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
According to recent news reports, a worker fell at least 20 feet while doing his job on the rooftop of a Jersey City warehouse. Although the man’s injuries include at least a broken thighbone, it is incredible that the man survived the fall from such a great height. The work-related accident occurred at Hartz Mountain Industries located at 301 […]
Read MoreWhen an employer doesn’t have workers’ compensation insurance
Posted June 25th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Workers’ compensation is never on your mind while on the job — you signed the forms and you see the postings, but you never think about it. Until you do need. But what happens if your employer fails to acquire insurance? Recently an owner of a roofing business was arrested for failing to pay nearly $400,000 in […]
Read MoreConstruction Site Accidents on the Rise in Jersey City/Newark
Posted June 10th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s no secret. Jersey City and Newark have big plans. Both cities are on the upswing as far as attracting new businesses and residents. The rising costs of maintaining a New York presence have many looking across the river. New construction should increase property value and provide employment opportunities. In Newark, Prudential is increasing its stronghold […]
Read MoreWorkers Compensation and Third Party Liability
Posted April 8th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
If you are an employee that gets injured while working, your recovery for medical bills, disability and pain and suffering is limited to the statutory provisions of the New Jersey Workers Compensation law. Your employer enjoys immunity from a civil suit by virtue of paying workers compensation insurance. This immunity continues no matter how egregious […]
Read MoreWhy was my workers’ compensation claim denied?
Posted February 19th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
The world of filing workers’ compensation claims can be a confusing and crazy place. Without the help of an experienced attorney, like Jersey City workers’ compensation lawyer Anthony Carbone, you can easily get lost or have your claim rejected. Here are some reasons why your claim wasn’t accepted: There was no witnesses to your injury […]
Read MoreI got hurt at one job. Can I apply for workers’ compensation at my other job in Jersey City, NJ?
Posted February 19th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
With the economy as it is, you need to do everything you can to make ends meet. In addition to your full time job, you take a part time job at night. While working at your part time job, you trip, fall and hurt your back pretty severely. You receive workers’ compensation from the part […]
Read MoreHow permanent total disability works
Posted February 12th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
While working at the factory one day, you fall and break your back. Your entire life has just changed in a blink of an eye. You are now paralyzed from the neck down and you no longer able to work. How are you going to live? How can you support your family now? What about […]
Read MoreWhy can’t I see my own doctor after a workplace injury?
Posted February 12th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You are definitely afraid of the doctor’s office. First, it’s full of sick people. Plus there’s poking and prodding and questions about your lifestyle. But you found a doctor you can put your trust in and refuse to see anyone else. But you just got injured at work. Your employer is making you go see […]
Read MoreCan I refuse light duty and stay on workers’ compensation in Jersey City, NJ?
Posted February 5th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You recently got hurt while on the job. You began collecting workers’ compensation and began healing. Soon your employer is telling you it’s time to come back to work. And sure enough, your doctor feels you can return for light duty. But you don’t feel like you’re ready just yet. Can you refuse and stay […]
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