Category Archives: Workers Compensation
Filing a Workers’ Comp Claim When You Live and Work in Different States
Workers’ compensation laws may seem easy to understand at first, but you have to understand that the laws vary by state. Employees typically must file workers’ compensation claims in the state where they perform their work. But what happens when someone splits time between home and occasional work in another state? That was the… Read More »
Can You Get Workers’ Compensation in New Jersey if You Already Had an Injury?
One of the most common questions injured employees ask is: “If I already had a bad back, knee problems, or another medical condition before starting my job, can I still qualify for workers’ compensation if work makes it worse?” A recent New Jersey case involving a school custodian shows the answer is often yes…. Read More »
Workplace Injuries Decreasing, Costs Increasing
Many people don’t enjoy their job for many reasons. Maybe they don’t like their boss or co-workers. Perhaps it’s the customers. In some cases, the job may be too dangerous. Many people are injured or killed in workplace accidents every day. This can be a frustrating situation, but the good news is that workplace… Read More »
Understanding the “Intentional Wrong” Exception in New Jersey
Like many states, New Jersey’s Workers’ Compensation Act includes an exclusive remedy provision, meaning injured employees generally cannot sue their employer in court. In exchange for giving up the right to sue, workers are entitled to automatic benefits when injuries arise out of and during the course of employment. This is because workers’ compensation… Read More »
Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Stress?
Going to work is not easy. Many people worry about suffering physical injuries due to dangerous work conditions. However, some people worry more about the emotional injuries they may face due to stress from their job. Indeed, some jobs are more stressful than others. Workers may have to deal with catty co-workers, unreasonable bosses,… Read More »
U.S. Sees Drop in Respiratory Illnesses for 2023
In 2020, the COVID pandemic caused a lot of drama in the United States. People were getting sick and dying at high rates. People were coming to work sick, spreading their illnesses to co-workers and customers. The good news is that things are turning around. According to data recently released by the Bureau of… Read More »
NJ Proposes AB 5022 to Protect Workers from Heat
It gets hot in many parts of the United States. The summertime can be brutal for construction workers and others who work outdoors. In fact, many people become ill and even die from heat-related issues. Between 1992 and 2022, 986 workers died from heat exposure in the United States alone. The construction industry accounted… Read More »
Be Wary of Work Accidents In Summer
When the weather gets warmer, workers are more prone to heat stroke and other serious illnesses. Statistics show that the probability of work-related accidents increases 5% to 6% when temperatures exceed 90 degrees. The southern United States and the construction industry are most likely to be affected by workplace accidents and illnesses caused by… Read More »
Common Workplace Injuries for Police Officers
Being a police officer can be a rewarding career, but it comes with its dangers. In fact, law enforcement has been regularly ranked as one of the 10 most dangerous occupations in the United States. This is especially true for police officers. Police officers, firefighters, and other first responders regularly risk harm to themselves… Read More »
Motorcycle Rider Injured in Crash in Raritan
When a motorcycle collides with a car, the results can be disastrous. Motorcycles are much smaller than cars. Plus, they have no safety features, often leaving riders with serious injuries. This recently happened in Raritan. A collision involving a motorcycle and a car left the rider with serious injuries. The accident happened on the… Read More »
