When Your On the Job Injury is Weather Related: What Now?
Posted March 8th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
There’s no doubt that many will remember the latest storm. At first, it seemed as though forecasters had missed the mark once again. By the end of the day, the combination of thunder, lightning, and snow seemed surreal. With certainty, this particular Nor’easter of “thundersnow” caused a number of weather-related on the job injuries. Most […]
Read MoreLunchtime Work Accidents: Are You Entitled to Benefits?
Posted February 22nd, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
More than likely, you have some idea as to what constitutes a work accident. In fact, New Jersey’s workers’ compensation laws offer some insight as to what is considered an on-the-job injury. The first condition is that the accident must arise out of and in the course of employment. Equally important, is that it is […]
Read MoreInjured Officers Entitled to Full Pay When Assaulted at Work
Posted February 8th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
A new law gives a fresh meaning to the concept of “assault pay.” According to Senate Bill No. 596, injured officers will be entitled to full pay when assaulted at work. Other civilian employees hurt in specified conditions may also receive supplemental workers’ compensation benefits. New Jersey workers who are hurt in the course of […]
Read MoreCan Your Employer Actually Make You Waive a Third Party Claim?
Posted January 24th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Injured during the course of your employment? In the case of most workplace accidents, you can expect to receive workers’ compensation benefits. However, there are times that you might also be entitled to file a third-party claim. Not sure what that means? Read on. For illustration purposes only, let’s say you are a delivery truck […]
Read MoreWhat Happens When Volunteer Firefighters are Hurt on the Job?
Posted January 16th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
With certainty, there’s no argument. Fighting fires are noble work. After all, there’s something to be said about individuals brave enough to run into a building when everyone else is running out. In the case of volunteer firefighters, they do so without pay. So, what happens when volunteer firefighters are hurt on the job? First […]
Read MoreIs it a Surprise that Firefighters Are at Risk for Work Accidents?
Posted January 11th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
More than likely, it seems like a rhetorical question. Of course, firefighters are at risk for work accidents. What’s really amazing is that many don’t bother to pursue workers’ compensation claims. First things first. Why are the statistics so low on firefighters seeking workers’ compensation benefits? In the case of career firefighters, it may be […]
Read MoreRevisiting Workers’ Compensation Fraud
Posted January 10th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
When you were in a workplace accident, your workers’ compensation benefits were there to take care of your medical bills and lost wages. But for many, that is not the case. Many people abuse the system and get money for injuries they never had, or they do not receive the proper benefits or any money […]
Read MoreSpecial Employees and Workers’ Compensation: What You Need to Know
Posted December 7th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You might not realize it, but you could actually be considered a special employee. And, no, it has nothing to do with exemplary accolades from your employer. According to the legal definition, special employees are assigned by their bosses to work for another business or government entity. Most often, this matters most when it comes […]
Read MoreHow Does Workers’ Compensation Work in New Jersey?
Posted October 20th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
According to New Jersey’s Department of Labor and Workforce Development, workers’ compensation is a no-fault” insurance program that provides benefits to employees who suffer a job-related injury or illness. An injured worker will receive benefits regardless of who was responsible. In exchange for these benefits, the worker cannot bring a civil action against the employer for […]
Read MoreWhen You Need Medical Treatment for a Work Injury
Posted September 19th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You consider yourself fortunate. You’ve had the same job working in a warehouse for many years. Somehow, you’ve managed to get by without any type of work injury. Then, one day your luck runs out. You actually hear something pop when you lift a box. So, what should you do about medical treatment? First, you […]
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