When you get injured or sick on the job, unless you are permanently and totally disabled, at some point you will be ready to return to work. When you are, you have clear legal rights under New Jersey law. As an employee, understanding your rights is important. If you...
Did you know that sitting can increase the compression on your spine by up to 30% compared to standing? This can lead to issues such as sciatica, herniated or slipped discs, degenerative disc disease, and lower back pain. To maintain a healthy spine, it’s important to avoid prolonged sitting...
Hearing loss can result from a variety of different factors. In the work environment, in particular, there are numerous noise hazards that can damage workers’ ears and result in temporary or permanent loss of hearing. If you are suffering from hearing loss or hearing impairment, and you believe that...
When you get injured or sick on the job, you need to do everything you can to get better and get back to work as quickly as possible. However, it is also extremely important that you receive quality medical care, and you need to obtain a thorough diagnosis so...
Working in construction is dangerous. In fact, many data sources say that it is the most dangerous occupation in the United States. Our attorneys represent construction workers in New Jersey who have been injured in job site accidents, and we know that many workers have concerns about what might...
You got injured or sick at work, and you decided to make the smart choice and hire a workers’ compensation lawyer to represent you. Now, what factors do you need to consider when choosing a lawyer, and what can you expect as your New Jersey workers’ compensation claim moves...
Concussions are treated similarly to other types of injuries for the purposes of workers’ compensation. If you are an employee and you suffered a head injury on the job, you should be entitled to benefits. As medical researchers continue to gain a better understanding of the short-term and potential...
In order to file a successful claim for workers’ compensation benefits in New Jersey, you need to be able to prove that your injury is work-related. While this will not be an issue in many cases (e.g., if you fell at work and your coworkers witnessed the accident, or...
As an emergency medical technician (EMT), you face a number of safety and health risks every day you do your job. From auto accidents to infectious diseases, virtually all aspects of your job put you at risk for potentially-serious injuries and illnesses. According to data from the U.S. Bureau...
You filed for workers’ compensation, and your claim was denied. You are not sure why, and you are not sure what to do next. You were injured on the job, so you are pretty sure you are entitled to coverage. But, your employer’s insurance company says otherwise. So, what...
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