Am I Entitled to Compensation After I’m Injured On The Job in New Jersey?

Under Workers’ Compensation Law in New Jersey, once an employee has been deemed unable to work due to their workplace injury for more than seven (7) days by a workers’ compensation doctor, an employee is entitled to be paid temporary total disability benefits which amount to 70 percent of the employee’s average gross weekly wage for the 26 weeks prior to the injury.  This amount is subject to a minimum rate of $246.00 per week and a maximum rate of $921.00 for the year 2019 and is adjusted annually.  These payments will continue until the employee is deemed able to return to work by the workers’ compensation doctor either on restricted duty that can be accommodated by the employer, or full duty if no restricted duty work can be accommodated by the employer.

The workers’ compensation statute requires that an employee who is hurt on the job must report the injury to their employer as soon as possible. Upon notice to your employer of the accident, you are entitled to three benefits. They are:

1. all of your medical treatment and bills will be covered as long as you go to an authorized doctor
2. while you are unable to work and healing, you will receive 70% of your wages up to a state maximum
3. you are entitled to a “Permanency Award” – this applies to a functional loss or disability that is attributed to your on-the-job injury

Many work-related injuries are attributed to construction site accidents, slip and fall accidents, truck accidents, and car accidents, which often involve a third party or outside contractor.

If a third-party and/or outside contractor caused or contributed to your accident, you may also be able to bring a claim for your damages from that person or company as well. These cases are commonly known as third party claims and are often complex and require a thorough evaluation. Therefore, it is very important to seek the advice of a qualified and experienced New Jersey personal injury attorney.

The Todd J. Leonard Law Firm has over 35 years of experience handling workers’ compensation claims, and all types of serious personal injury accidents, including wrongful death claims. Todd J. Leonard is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Certified Civil Trial Attorney, and has successfully handled all types of serious accidents, representing thousands of clients throughout New Jersey. Our attorneys will fight for your rights, which includes getting the medical treatment you need, any wages you are legally owed, and compensation for your injuries. Additionally, our team of trial lawyers will be in contact with your employer’s insurance carrier to ensure you receive timely authorization for your medical treatment, and when you can return to work, if at all.

There are strict time limitations to file your workers’ compensation claim. Please give us a call today at (973) 920-7900 to request a Free, Confidential Consultation. There is never a fee unless we obtain a recovery. We have offices conveniently located in Denville, Morristown, and Newark.

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