Loading Dock Accidents Can Result in Serious Injuries
Posted June 21st, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
The workday might have started just like any other one. As the warehouse manager, you pop out to the loading dock all the time. You enjoy chatting with the truckers as they drop off materials. However, today was quite different. As you watched in horror, one of your employees slipped off the loading dock. Down […]
Read MoreWhat in the World is Partial Permanent Disability?
Posted June 14th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
More than likely, you’re confused. Maybe you first heard the words partial permanent disability after an injured coworker returned to the job. Permanent disability sounds so final. So, how is it that someone can come back to work after receiving an award for partial permanent disability? In the back of your mind, you’re somewhat questioning […]
Read MoreIs My Employer Liable for My Injuries If They Occurred at a Company Retreat?
Posted May 23rd, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You’ve been waiting months for your workplace’s company retreat. While you still have to partake in work functions, you can enjoy a change of scenery, nice weather, meet new people, and relax. But, what happens if you get hurt on your company retreat? Is your company responsible for your injuries or are you? Don’t worry. […]
Read MoreSomeone Got Me Sick. Can I File a Lawsuit?
Posted May 7th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
With what we now know about germs and how they are spread between person to person, one might assume that if a sick individual passes their sickness on to them, they will be able to sue that person. While this might seem like a legitimate claim, it has some tough hurdles to cross. Yes, it […]
Read MoreWhen You Hurt Your Back at Work and Need Help
Posted April 13th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Too many back injuries represent excruciating pain. Some say the worst part isn’t even the initial insult. Even after months of physical therapy and sometimes spinal surgery, the effects can seemingly last forever. If you’ve hurt your back at work, you need help negotiating through the workers’ compensation system. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration […]
Read MoreWhat Happens When You’re Injured While Working from Home?
Posted April 10th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
As a salaried employee, you handle customer service complaints remotely. In fact, consumers might be surprised to learn that you’re not working from a cubicle in a big office building. Unfortunately, just like any other employee, you are at risk for injury while working from home. So, what happens? Are you entitled to workers’ compensation […]
Read MoreWhen You Own a Business, and You’re Hurt at Work
Posted April 5th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You’re a general contractor and know the importance of making sure you have workers’ compensation coverage. As it stands, you’re even aware that your insurance may kick in if your subcontractors don’t properly take care of their employees. You figure you’ve got all the bases covered. However, the unexpected happens. This time, you’re the one […]
Read MoreMaking Claims for Occupational Diseases: What You Need to Know
Posted March 29th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Although the term occupational disease somewhat speaks for itself, you might not really understand it. In addition to traumatic accident claims, New Jersey Workers’ Compensation laws allow benefits for different types of on-the-job exposure. If you suspect your illness is related to something at work, you may be able to make an occupational disease exposure […]
Read MoreWhat are the Time Limits for a Workers’ Compensation Death Claim?
Posted March 27th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You had no idea it would be your last goodbye. As your husband was headed to a service call, his truck slid on ice and right into a tree. Later, the police told you that he was likely killed on impact. You are beside yourself. How will you possibly make it alone with three babies […]
Read MoreReport Says Logging Is One of the Most Dangerous Jobs
Posted March 15th, 2018 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
According to a recent article in the USA Today about a 2016 study done by 24/7 Wall St., working in the logging industry is the most dangerous job in America. We aren’t going to disagree. Logging is a demanding job that occurs in remote locations where medical aid is hard to come by. In Layman’s […]
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