Every worker in the State of New Jersey is entitled to workers’ compensation benefits regardless of the size of the employer or the length of time of employment. In fact, NJ workers are eligible for workers’ compensation the moment they are hired. One of the benefits provided by workers’...
Owners of properties are legally and morally responsible for ensuring that their properties are not inherently dangerous to the community and are reasonably safe to the best of their knowledge. If a patron suffers from injuries due to negligence on behalf of the property owner, then the owner must...
Over time, the physical demands of your job can take a toll on your body. If so, workers’ compensation benefits may be payable. We call these types of claims “WEAR and TEAR” because they develop slowly over time. Unfortunately, many workers don’t know they qualify for compensation. They are...
What is Personal Injury? In legal terms, personal injury refers to any injury that a victim may sustain to his or her body, mind, or emotions. However, in order for it to be considered a successful personal injury claim, the victim and his or her legal counsel must be...
In a New Jersey workers’ compensation case, your employer is responsible for providing you with the reasonable medical treatment necessary for injuries you sustained as a result of an accident at work. In turn, the employer has the right to select, or have their insurance company select, the medical...
At Petro Cohen, P.C., we specialize in New Jersey workers’ compensation cases. As our main practice area, we make it a goal to educate the public and our clients about the aspects and issues of workers’ comp claims. One such topic is permanency benefits awards. Sometimes the injuries leading...
If you are injured at work, it can be a traumatic experience – you are out of work, your medical bills and household bills are piling up, and you don’t know when you will be able to return to work. You need the counsel and advice of a New...
In a New Jersey workers’ compensation case, your employer is responsible for providing you with the reasonable medical treatment necessary for injuries you sustained as a result of an accident at work. In turn, the employer has the right to select, or have their insurance company select, the medical...
With spring weather around the corner, many people love to take their families and head outdoors. As New Jersey families enjoy their travels and camping trips, everyone should be aware of the dangers on the road. According to the National Highway Safety Administration, Keystone RV Company has recalled some...
Get the Compensation You Need for Your Dog Bite Injuries Every year over 800,000 dog bites per year require some kind of medical attention. The Atlantic City personal injury attorneys of Petro Cohen, P.C.have experience seeking compensation for dog bite injuries, so we have encountered many questions about the...