Construction workers in New Jersey and other states suffer from a lot of eye injuries. In fact, the construction industry in general has more eye injuries than any other U.S. workforce. However, many construction-related eye injuries can be avoided when proper eye...
Temporary vs. partial benefits in a workers’ compensation claim
When there is a workplace injury, there is understandable concern. Being unable to pay bills, losing income and facing an uncertain future will all come to the forefront. This is when New Jersey workers’ compensation benefits can help with covering for medical costs...
Do workers’ compensation claims get automatic approval?
Worker’ compensation insurance provides you with a safety net if you suffer a work-related accident or illness. Because it is a no-fault insurance, you might assume that the insurers automatically approve all claims they receive. Sadly, the truth is very different,...
How can you prevent heat stress in the workplace?
One of your top priorities as an employee is to ensure your health and welfare on the job and help create a safe working environment. A big part of that, particularly in states that can get hot in the summer, such as New Jersey, is to prevent heat stress in the...
What workers’ compensation benefits are available in New Jersey?
Work injuries are common in New Jersey. Whether it is a construction worker who fell from a significant height or an office worker with carpal tunnel syndrome, workers’ compensation is available for those who are unable to work no matter the type of tasks that they...
Warehouse workers vulnerable to specific dangers and accidents
In New Jersey, injuries can happen in any kind of employment, but people who work in industries where they are required to be around heavy items, use complicated equipment and trust others to adhere to safety protocol are generally more vulnerable. Those who work in a...
Do you lose workers’ comp when you go back to work?
Many New Jersey employees assume that their workers' compensation benefits end after they go back to work. This might be the case if you go back to work full-time after making a full recovery. However, you might be able to continue collecting benefits if you can't...
How do third-party lawsuits tie to workers’ comp?
New Jersey law provides a no-fault system for workers' compensation benefits. The law provides protections for both workers and employers. An employee could file a claim without any requirements to prove negligence, and the employer garners some protections against...
Most common hazards in manufacturing
New Jersey factory workers and others in the manufacturing sector operate in an industry with one of the highest rates of accident fatalities. Thousands of blue-collar workers find themselves injured and unable to work each year due to accidents on the job. Below is a...
Common injuries in the hospitality industry
No matter the type of tourism a location provides, it's likely that the hospitality industry is right there to ensure that everyone has somewhere to stay at night and somewhere to eat. One of the most common hospitality components includes hotels and restaurants. Much...
