It is not only New Jersey construction workers who get injured on the job. Thousands of office workers suffer from workplace accidents every year. Anything could cause an accident, from a puddle on the floor to a poorly designed workstation. What are the most common...
Workers’ Compensation
How to stay safe while working outside
New Jersey workers who perform tasks outdoors during the winter months may be exposed to cold temperatures, ice and other hazards. Employers are required to take reasonable steps to help protect their workers from getting frostbite, slipping on an icy surface or...
How do workers’ compensation and insurance claims work?
Some jobs require New Jersey employees to get behind the wheel. They may drive their personal vehicles or company cars, and they do so on the clock. As much as a worker may hope for a stress-free day, things might go wrong on the road. Even a minor collision could...
Does workers’ compensation cover burn injuries?
Burn injuries could take place in many workplaces, and thousands of people suffer burns while on the job annually. The burns could be severe, leading to a stay in a New Jersey hospital. An unexpected injury might also bring forth other unfortunate consequences. Unable...
Do I get workers comp if I’m injured by a coworker?
Most employees spend the majority of their hours on the job around their coworkers. While there is a level of camaraderie that comes with this, it also opens up the possibility for you to suffer injury at the hands of a negligent coworker. Fortunately, you can still...
Unscheduled losses and what they mean
Unfortunately, workplace accidents are common in New Jersey and throughout the country. As an employee, it is important to understand the various aspects of a workplace injury as it will affect in the type and amount of workers' compensation you receive. The category...
Work-related respiratory illnesses and their causes
Thousands of workers in New Jersey and around the country develop work-related illnesses each year, and it is often substances in the air that makes them sick. Crystalline silica and asbestos are known workplace dangers that have been linked to several deadly...
How can workers in New Jersey file for workers’ compensation?
If an individual has been injured on the job in New Jersey, there are certain procedures they should follow to ensure that they're eligible for workers' compensation. Here's what workers should do after suffering from a job site injury. What should workers do after...
Injuries commonly faced by workers in machine shops
Machine shop workers in New Jersey understand that their work environment is more dangerous than what many people contend with on other jobs. It is essential for these workers to stay aware and alert each day to avoid injury. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports...
Workplace injuries and fatalities continue to decline
Workers in New Jersey face the risk of accidents and injuries at their jobs, and different industries pose different types of risks. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration was created by the Occupational Safety and Health Act in 1970. Since that time, OSHA...
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