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New Driving Laws in New Jersey

With the start of winter just around the corner, the law offices of Garces & Grabler, P.C. would like to remind New Jersey motorists of the new ameded law that went into effect on October 20, 2010. The new law … Continue reading

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Holiday Driving Safety Tips

As we all know the holiday season is upon us and as much as this is a festive time of year it’s good to remember safe driving; as unfortunately it is also the most dangerous time of year to be … Continue reading

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Victims of Crime Compensation — FAQs Part 3

If you’ve been the victim of a crime, it’s important you understand that you have a right to be compensated. Below are answers to some frequently asked questions. How does the VCCO process my claim? Intake Phase: The claim will … Continue reading

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Victims of Crime Compensation — FAQs Part 2

If you’ve been the victim of a crime, it’s important you understand that you have a right to be compensated. Below are answers to some frequently asked questions. What are the crimes for which compensation is available? The VCCO may … Continue reading

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Victims of Crime Compensation — FAQs Part 1

If you’ve been the victim of a crime, it’s important you understand that you have a right to be compensated. Below are answers to some frequently asked questions. How much help can I get from the New Jersey Victims of … Continue reading

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Workers’ Compensation — Death Benefits

Dependents of a worker who dies because of a work related injury or illness may be eligible to receive death benefits. The weekly benefits payments are 70% of the weekly wage of the deceased worker, not to exceed the maximum … Continue reading

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Workers’ Compensation — Permanent Total Benefits

Sometimes when a work injury or illness prevents a worker from returning to any type of gainful employment, he or she may be entitled to receive permanent total disability benefits. These weekly benefits are provided initially for a period of … Continue reading

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Workers’ Compensation — Permanent Partial Benefits

When a job related injury or illness results in a partial permanent disability, benefits are based upon a percentage of certain “scheduled” or “non-scheduled” losses. A “scheduled” loss is one involving arms, hands, fingers, legs, feet, toes, eyes, ears or … Continue reading

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Workers’ Compensation — Medical Benefits

All necessary and reasonable medical treatment, prescriptions and hospitalization services related to the work injury are paid by the employer’s insurance carrier or directly by the employer if they are self-insured. The employer has the right to designate the authorized … Continue reading

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Workers’ Compensation Benefits

An employee or their dependents can receive workers’ compensation benefits for an injury or death arising out of and in the course of employment. The employer or their insurance carrier pays for necessary and reasonable medical treatment, loss of wages … Continue reading

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