Yes, you can take a leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) while also receiving workers’ compensation, as long as you qualify for both. The FMLA and New Jersey’s workers’ compensation law both offer crucial protections for injured workers. However, they...
After suffering an injury on the job or falling ill due to work-related reasons, you can face various challenges. These can include going through the workers' compensation process and dealing with the physical and emotional toll of your condition. Amidst the chaos, it...
Car crashes are a major safety concern in New Jersey. Crashes are a part of daily life even if the average motorist may go years without experiencing a collision. The more time people spend on the road, the more likely they are to end up involved in a serious motor...
At the beginning of this year, Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill into law that expands workers’ compensation coverage for New Jersey first responders who suffer an injury or other medical event due to their work. The new law does a couple of important things for these...
The manufacturing industry is known for its dynamic and often hazardous work environment. Recognizing and addressing these hazards is crucial for the health and safety of employees and manufacturing entities' overall efficiency and reputation. Implementing stringent...
Workers' compensation benefits protect workers in most professions in New Jersey. Those working as employees generally have protection against job-acquired medical conditions. Workers' compensation can provide someone with both wage replacement benefits and medical...
Warehouses help transport goods and services used around the country. Workers are often paid well – but the job has its dangers. Warehouse workers who suffer from injuries while working may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, such as lost wage payments and...
While you may be entitled to workers' compensation benefits after suffering a work-related injury or illness, it is essential to understand how things work to ensure a smooth experience. The claims process is more complex than you may think, as it involves strict...
Workplace head injuries in New Jersey can lead to concussions. Concussions in the workplace happen by falls, following objects, getting hit in the head or work-related motor vehicle accidents. Concussions are complex and can lead to lost time from work. That is why it...
Chronic injury to workers is a growing problem that seems to be ignored. Amazon, one of the most prominent online retailers in the nation, could be contributing to the issue. However, they seem to have one problem with physical damage to their workforce, putting...