The true extent of medication errors in New Jersey and throughout the country is staggering. Many of these are made by pharmacists who are pressed into doing more paperwork than they can possibly handle. The result is that stressed and burnt-out pharmacists are more...
Workers’ Compensation
What to watch out for when working a construction job
You will likely face a variety of hazards on a New Jersey construction site that can cause serious injuries or death. The most common types that you'll experience include stress caused by repetitive motion, falls and workplace violence. The most common types of...
Pursuing a third party for a work-related injury
When workers in New Jersey get hurt, they can generally make a worker's compensation claim. Most employers are required to provide this kind of coverage. But there are cases when it's also possible to pursue a claim against a negligent third party when an accident...
Workers’ compensation benefits in New Jersey
When you’ve suffered a workplace injury, you may wonder what comes next. The good news is you’re entitled to certain benefits through workers’ compensation, regardless of who was at fault for the accident. It’s important to inform your employer right away of any...
What are your options when you suffer a work injury?
It is an unfortunate reality that each year in New Jersey thousands of people suffer injuries at work. These workers are, oftentimes, then left with more questions than answers. They wonder if they will be able to recover their health fully, if they will be able to...
What does workers’ compensation not cover?
After suffering a work injury, you may rely on workers' compensation to provide you with monetary assistance. However, you may not always get the compensation you think you will because workers' compensation may not offer coverage in every area. According to the New...
Third-party claims may pay where workers’ comp cannot
New York has a workers’ compensation insurance program and its workers, like those in other states across the country, have reason to be glad for them. But states design workers’ comp mainly for fairly simple cases of getting workers medical care so they can get back...
Can workers’ compensation claims be denied?
No good comes from being injured at work. In addition to the pain of the injury itself, you may be unable to work while you recover. You may struggle to meet regular monthly expenses and also accrue new medical bills. A serious injury can make your life feel out of...
What workplace injuries are nurses at risk for?
Though the average person may not think of hospital work as a dangerous profession, the rates of injury for hospital workers is double that of the general private industry.Registered Nurses (RNs) face hazards during their job every day. Here are some of the most...
Need-to-knows about workers comp disability
You may know that you are covered by workers’ compensation if you are injured on the job. But do you understand what benefits you are entitled to? There are three categories of disability benefits, which can be confusing. Below is a basic breakdown of each type and...