Category Archives: New Jersey

$167,500 Settlement Obtained in Sidewalk Fall-Down Case

Alan Grening, a senior associate with Garces & Grabler, P.C., obtained this settlement on behalf of a 55-year-old man. The man fractured both arms and required surgery. In addition, he also had other serious medical conditions unrelated to this trip … Continue reading

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Workers’ Compensation FAQs – Litigation and the Adjudication Process

1. I was awarded Disability Benefits by a Workers’ Compensation Judge. When will I receive my benefits? The Workers’ Compensation Insurance carrier has by law, 60 days in which to process the payment after which time you may be entitled … Continue reading

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Workers’ Compensation FAQs – Employer/Insurance Carrier Accident Reporting Requirements

1. One of my employees just reported a work-related injury to me. Do I have to report this to the State? You should report all work related injuries/illnesses directly to your WC carrier or Third Party Administrator who in turn … Continue reading

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Workers’ Compensation FAQs – Employer/Insurance Carrier Accident Reporting Requirements

1. One of my employees just reported a work-related injury to me. Do I have to report this to the State? You should report all work related injuries/illnesses directly to your WC carrier or Third Party Administrator who in turn … Continue reading

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Workers’ Compensation FAQs – General Information

1. I have been hurt on the job. What do I do? You should notify your employer as soon as possible.   The notice may be given to the foreman, supervisor, personnel office, or anyone in authority at the employer’s place … Continue reading

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Workers’ Compensation & Fraud — Your Questions Answered

Submitted by Pamela J. Johnson, Esq. Certified Workers’ Compensation Law Attorney What is fraud? Fraud occurs when an individual knowingly and intentionally misrepresents an important fact for the purpose of inducing another person or entity to act, and upon which … Continue reading

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Who decides my entitlement to receive workers’ compensation benefits?

Your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance carrier or your employer, if they are self-insured, will investigate your claim and make a determination as to your eligibility to receive workers’ compensation benefits. If you disagree with their determination, you have a right … Continue reading

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What can I do if my employer will not report my accident to the workers’ compensation insurance carrier?

You should consider contacting the insurance carrier directly or alternatively, you may want to consider filing a claim with the Division of Workers’ Compensation in this instance. Proof of insurance coverage should be displayed in a prominent location at the … Continue reading

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What happens if there is a Workers’ Compensation dispute?

In cases of dispute between an injured worker and the employer and/or insurance carrier over entitlement to benefits, the worker may file either a formal Claim Petition or an Application for an Informal Hearing with the Division of Workers’ Compensation. … Continue reading

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Employer’s Responsibiity After an Injury

Once an accident is reported to an employer, they should notify their insurance carrier immediately so that a First Report of Injury can be filed with the State. The employer’s WC insurance carrier will evaluate the claim and determine if … Continue reading

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