Suffering a workplace injury is stressful enough without having to worry about medical treatment. One of the first questions injured workers usually ask is whether they can see their own doctor for a workers' compensation claim. While it may seem logical to visit a...
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Same-level workplace falls can be serious
When people think of workplace falls, they often picture employees on ladders, scaffolding or high platforms. In reality, same-level falls – slips, trips and stumbles on flat surfaces – are a leading cause of workplace injuries. These seemingly minor incidents can...
Why do ladders result in so many workplace injuries?
Ladder falls are a major cause of injury and death in workplaces across the United States. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics notes that in 2020 alone, they resulted in the death of 161 workers and injuries to another 22,710. Ladders are used in all sorts of...
Why those with health insurance file workers’ compensation claims
Workers’ compensation coverage protects people in all different professions regardless of their seniority or their current wages. Professionals can file claims seeking disability pay to cover lost wages and medical coverage for treatment-related expenses. Their...
Does workers’ compensation address repetitive stress injuries?
Repetitive stress injuries can sneak up on you. These injuries don’t come from a single accident but from doing the same motion over and over—like typing, lifting, or using tools. Workers’ compensation can cover these types of injuries, just like sudden accidents....
What challenges arise from serious spinal cord injuries at work?
Suffering a serious spinal cord injury at work can completely change your life. In addition to the pain and physical limitations, navigating the workers’ compensation process to get the help you need can be overwhelming. If you're dealing with a spinal cord injury,...
What does it mean for an injured worker to achieve MMI?
The New Jersey workers' compensation program provides crucial benefits to employees. Those injured on the job or dealing with a work-acquired medical issue can receive medical benefits that pay for their treatment costs. Workers' compensation can pay for surgery,...
What benefits are available under workers’ compensation?
If you're injured at work in New Jersey, workers' compensation can provide financial and medical support. The system ensures that employees receive benefits without needing to prove fault. Understanding what’s available can help you get the support you need. Medical...
How does workers’ compensation handle psychological injuries?
Suffering a workplace injury isn’t always physical. Psychological injuries, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression, can develop from traumatic events or ongoing workplace stress. Workers’ compensation may cover these injuries, but...
Is a second opinion available in a workers’ compensation claim?
Businesses with direct-hire employees in New Jersey typically need to comply with workers' compensation rules. They need to carry coverage in case an employee gets hurt on the job or develops an illness caused by their work. Workers' compensation can pay for an...