With the enactment of the Affordable Care Act, often referred to as Obamacare, employers and employees are wondering: How will this affect workers’ compensation coverage? For instance, experts say that the Affordable Care Act will add 30 million or more insured, which means more people waiting for medical treatment....
The firm of Petro Cohen, P.C. is committed to serving both the English and Spanish speaking communities of New Jersey in the areas of workers’ compensation and personal injury law. Don’t allow a language barrier to stand in the way of getting the compensation you deserve. Our workers’ compensations...
Worker’s compensation is a no-fault system of compensation wherein employees who are injured at work may receive payment for lost wages, medical costs, and occupational rehabilitation expenses without regard to their personal negligence or fault. What this means is that a person is entitled to benefits regardless of whether...
All attorneys are not created equal—experience counts. If a workplace injury is serious enough to require time off work and medical attention, or if the injury may cause long-term consequences to your health, you need an experienced New Jersey worker’s compensation lawyer. Not all attorneys understand how to effectively...
Most people who receive a Claim Acceptance Letter from workers’ compensation are so pleased that they were not denied, they do not bother reading the letter in its entirety. This is a mistake that could be costly in the long run. The New Jersey workers’ compensation law is complex...
For employees who have never been injured on the job, workers’ compensation is a bit of a mystery. Knowing the basics of what it is and how it can help in the event of a work-related illness or injury is important for people in the work force. Many years...
If you have had a workplace injury, a free consultation at the law firm of Petro Cohen, P.C. will answer many of your questions. Most people who are facing a loss of wages wonder how they will pay their bills, whether or not their job will be held for...
Do not postpone medical attention. Seeking medical attention right away is not only the best thing for your health; it is also helpful when applying for workers’ compensation benefits. Decide whether or not you truly have a case. A skilled workers’ compensation attorney can assist you with this. Are...
Most people never have to deal with a serious accident. When one does occur, it is typically accompanied by a myriad of questions. An experienced personal injury attorney can answer the tough questions and help take the confusion out of the process. By not hiring an attorney, insurance adjusters...
There are many things to look for when deciding to hire a personal injury attorney. A few essential qualities to inquire about n your process of finding the right attorney are listed below. What is the attorney’s track record in the courtroom? When interviewing a potential personal injury attorney,...