Report your injury to your supervisor immediately and seek authorized medical care. Delaying your report can complicate your claim, and New Jersey law generally requires treatment by employer-approved physicians for the costs to be covered.
New Jersey workers' compensation generally covers injuries arising out of and in the course of employment, including accidents, repetitive stress injuries, and occupational illnesses. Coverage may extend to off-site injuries if the work activity caused them, though each situation depends on the specific facts.
In most cases, New Jersey law limits your remedy against your employer to the workers' compensation system. However, you may file a civil lawsuit against a third party, such as a contractor or equipment manufacturer, whose negligence contributed to your injury. A Workers Compensation Injury Lawyer can evaluate whether a third-party claim applies.
New Jersey generally requires a claim be filed within two years of the date of injury or the last payment of compensation benefits. Missing this deadline may forfeit your right to benefits, so consulting an attorney promptly is important.
The firm typically handles workers' compensation cases on a contingency basis, meaning legal fees are generally collected only if compensation is recovered. Call (732) 842-5300 to discuss the specifics of your case.
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