Workers' Compensation Overview

New Jersey Workers' Compensation Attorney

Under the laws of our state, any worker who is injured on the job may be compensated for that workplace injury, even if he caused the injury himself.  An employee is entitled to receive medical attention and replacement wages while unable to work, per the New Jersey Workers' Compensation Act.  He may also be able to receive permanent disability benefits after completing medical treatment.  If he or she dies due to the injuries, his dependents may receive benefits.

The insurance carrier pays for 100% of all medical treatment.  The employer's carrier authorizes the treatment, chooses the doctor and mandates the treatment the employee receives.  Sometimes, however, the insurance carrier drags his feet on authorizing the treatment a worker needs. This is one of many instances where being represented by a skilled New Jersey workers' compensation lawyer can be of great benefit to you and your family.  If the treatment is denied by the carrier, a Motion for Medical Treatment should be filed with the Division of Workers Compensation by one of our attorneys as quickly as possible.

Filing a Claim Petition

Under worker's comp law, an employee is eligible to receive temporary disability benefits for up to 400 weeks.  When the doctor decides the patient has attained "maximum medical improvement" (MMI) the temporary benefits end.  These benefits may then turn into permanent disability benefits if the employee is still receiving medical treatment for the injuries at the end of this time.

A Claim Petition must be filed within two years of the date benefits were last paid by the insurance carrier, in order to protect your right to be awarded permanent disability benefits. An experienced lawyer from our firm, The Law Offices of Lloyd Bennett Esq., P.C., is prepared to file your petition and present your case at a hearing, including presenting medical experts to support your case. We are ready to fight for the fair compensation you deserve and in most cases claims reach a settlement prior to having to go to trial.

Contact a workers' compensation attorney in New Jersey to pursue the maximum compensation possible in your case.