Workers’ Compensation

In New Jersey and elsewhere, construction-related scaffolding accidents are fairly common. As this is a known issue, companies are supposed to make sure scaffolding structures are safe for their employees to use by following the building guidelines set by the...

Burn injuries can happen in a number of work environments. While many only result in minor injuries, those burns that are moderate to severe can have significant, if not fatal, consequences for the victim. New Jersey residents who have suffered burn injuries while on...

Numerous New Jersey residents suffer injuries while on the job every year. Those whose employers offer workers' compensation insurance can seek to have their losses covered. However, waiting too long to report an injury and file a claim can result in one fending for...

When most think of on-the-job injuries, physical injuries are the first come to mind. But what happens if one's injuries are not physical, but psychological in nature? Are mental health issues covered under workers' compensation in New Jersey?There are many people in...

New Jersey residents who have suffered injuries while on the job have every right to wonder what options they have when it comes to seeking compensation for their losses. Most employers are required to provide workers' compensation insurance which can cover a great...

Quite a few people in New Jersey and elsewhere have the opportunity to work from home either full or part-time. This can be a wonderful thing for one's family and other life commitments. What happens, though, if a telecommuter gets hurt while on the job or suffers a...

It does not matter where one is employed, every work environment has potential hazards -- some more than others. Those in New Jersey and elsewhere who suffer injuries while on the job may have the ability to utilize workers' compensation benefits in order to get the...

Another one of New Jersey's finest lost his life in a tragic crash on Route 55. This incident reportedly occurred the evening of Dec. 5. As the victim was on duty when the collision occurred, his surviving family members may be entitled to workers' compensation death...

Numerous employees in New Jersey and elsewhere experience back injuries while working. Some individuals may only require rest, pain medication and rehabilitation in order to recover, while others may require more extensive treatments or life-long care. When injuries...

A New Jersey police officer was recently hurt while was attempting to help those involved in a serious car accident. This incident occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, Oct. 15, in Union County. As the officer was on-duty when the injuries occurred, he or...