Dedicated Lawyers Securing Workers’ Compensation Benefits For Injured Workers In Lawnside

Last updated on July 13, 2026

If you have been injured at work or are suffering from an illness caused by your work environment, you may need legal help to secure or retain your entitled wages and medical benefits in New Jersey. At Fishman & Fishman, LLC, our experienced Lawnside workers’ compensation attorneys will champion your rights and carefully guide you through the entire legal process with peace of mind.

Trusted Legal Representation Since 1965

Our skilled Lawnside workers’ compensation lawyers at Fishman & Fishman, LLC, know that injuries can be devastating. If you have suffered an accident on the job or an occupational illness, we can help. We handle a range of workers’ comp cases, including:

• Exposure to dust, fumes and chemicals
• Repetitive motion injuries
• Lifting injuries
• Knee and shoulder injuries
• Amputations
• Broken bones
• Back and spinal cord injuries
• Heart attacks
• Fatal accidents
• Mental health issues

Our firm has a long-standing history of providing injured individuals and workers in Camden County and across South Jersey with dependable counsel and legal representation. When you hire us for your case, we will work tirelessly to help you seek the maximum compensation you need to recover and move on with your life.

What Should My First Step Be After Being Injured On The Job?

You or someone else on your behalf should notify your supervisor or employer of your accident as soon as possible. Please note that treating physicians should be chosen from a list provided by the workers’ comp insurance carrier. Otherwise, insurance may not cover your medical expenses. According to New Jersey law, all employers should have workers’ compensation coverage if not covered by federal programs.

Type Of Workers’ Compensation Benefits In New Jersey

If you sustained an injury from a workplace accident or developed an illness that occurred over time, you are entitled to New Jersey workers’ compensation benefits, regardless of fault. Depending on the severity of your injury and your ability to work, there are four types of disability benefits that you may be eligible for:

• Medical benefits: Subject to the employer’s approval, these benefits may include compensation for office visits, occupational and physical therapy, surgery and prescription medications. Unless an emergency exists or the employer refuses to provide treatment for a work injury, the employer or their insurance company has the right to designate the doctor who will provide treatment for the work-related injury.
• Temporary disability benefits: You may be eligible for temporary disability benefits if you were totally disabled as a result of a work-related injury for seven consecutive days. You will receive 70% of your average weekly wage, subject to a statutory maximum. Union members may be entitled to additional benefits based on their collective bargaining agreement.
• Permanent disability benefits: These are available if you are left with a permanent problem that affects your ability to work or use the part of the body that was injured. You need not be totally, permanently unable to work in order to collect these benefits. However, you may be entitled to lifetime benefits if you are rendered permanently unemployable by your work-related injury or illness. A workers’ compensation lawyer can help you recover the maximum amount of permanent disability benefits that may be available.
• Death benefits: The dependents of a worker who dies as a result of a work-related injury or illness are entitled to benefits, regardless of fault. Spouses and natural children of the deceased worker are presumed to be dependents. However, dependency benefits may be available to other persons, as well, depending on the circumstances.

Moreover, the lawyer’s fee is set by the court at the end of the case based on the amount they recovered on behalf of the client. No fee is paid by the client upfront. Typically, the fee for the attorney’s services is paid partially by the employer’s insurance carrier and partially by the client. However, the insurance carrier is usually responsible for the majority of the fee.

How Long Do You Have To File Your Workers’ Compensation Claim

In New Jersey, employees have two years from the date of their accident to file a workers’ compensation claim. This time limit may be extended – if the employer has made payments for authorized medical treatment, temporary disability or permanent disability – to two years from the date of the last payment of compensation.

For occupational claims, a claim petition must be filed within two years after:

• The date on which the claimant first knew the nature of the disability and its relation to employment, or
• The failure of the employer to pay compensation pursuant to the terms of the agreement, therefore, within two years after the last payment of compensation

If a claim is not filed within the appropriate time period, the worker will be forever barred from doing so by the statute of limitations. A workers’ compensation lawyer can help determine if an injured worker still has time to file a claim.

Filing A Personal Injury Claim Alongside Your Workers’ Compensation Claim

Workers’ compensation is designed to be a blameless system. This can be beneficial when an employee is technically at fault for the accident that caused his or her injury. However, an employee cannot take any further action beyond workers’ comp against his or her employer, even if the employer is clearly to blame for the accident.

However, if a negligent third party helped contribute to the accident, it may be possible to pursue additional compensation for a personal injury claim. A third party may be:

• Another person, such as a subcontractor or another driver involved in an accident with your work vehicle
• Another business, such as a manufacturer that created a faulty part, machinery or heavy equipment

Because workers’ comp limits your recovery against your employer, it may be possible to file a personal injury claim against a liable third party. A personal injury lawsuit can help you recover additional damages, such as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Our lawyers will thoroughly review the circumstances that led to your workplace injury. We are committed to helping you maximize your recovery and holding all negligent third parties accountable for their reckless actions.

Can I Sue My Employer If I Find Out My Employer Was Responsible For The Work Accident?

You may not be entitled to sue your employer if you receive workers’ comp benefits, as these benefits are granted under the provision that the injured worker will not initiate any civil action against an employer. However, if you can prove that your employer acted intentionally to injure you, then you may consider filing a lawsuit against your employer.

Other applicable cases where you can file a lawsuit include when a contractor or vendor different from your employer caused your accident. Under such circumstances, it is vital to discuss your options with a knowledgeable and experienced attorney to learn your options.

When Do I Need A Workers’ Compensation Lawyer?

In addition to the scenarios under which your employer caused your accident intentionally and those involving vendors or contractors, a reliable Lawnside workers’ compensation attorney can help you if:

• Your employer denies the payment of your benefits, or your employer retaliates against you for filing for insurance benefits
• Your settlement is insufficient to cover your expenses and medical bills
• You suffered severe injuries that might put your capacity to work at risk

They can also inform you of your rights and benefits so you can ensure you are receiving fair compensation and have all you need to recover from your accident.

Connect With Us Today For A Free Consultation

Our Lawnside lawyers take workers’ compensation cases on a contingency fee basis. That means we only get paid if we help you obtain your workers’ comp benefits in New Jersey. For a free consultation with one of our dedicated attorneys, call our firm’s toll-free number at 888-339-7675 or send us a confidential email online. We serve Camden County and the surrounding areas, with offices in Lawnside and Hammonton.