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Can workers receive workers’ compensation for emotional distress?
Many jobs come with a certain level of inherent risk. For instance, people recognize the construction and manufacturing industries as dangerous. Even office workers may sustain workplace injuries that lead to them being unable to work for a time. Workers’ compensation insurance protects both employees and employers when incidents leading to injuries occur. While…
Who bears the liability in a rideshare accident?
Rideshare companies remain a popular mode of transportation. Forecasts project that the global rideshare market will continue to grow in the near future. Companies offering rideshare services are convenient and easy to use, so it is no wonder that so many make use of their services. However, the drivers have not all trained in…
What are some common signs of a brain injury?
If you experience a sudden jolt or blow to your head, you could incur a traumatic brain injury. For example, if you hit your head during a car accident or another type of serious accident, you could sustain a brain injury. According to the Brain Trauma Foundation, the severity of brain injuries can vary…
When might you face a workers’ comp claim dispute?
From payment for lost wages to medical coverage for your injuries, workers’ compensation can provide crucial financial support for you and your family. In New Jersey, most employers must carry this type of insurance for their employees. Unfortunately, there are many reasons your employer or your employer’s insurance provider may try to deny part…
Steps after a workplace injury
On-the-job injuries can be stressful for everybody involved, but there is a set of easy procedures that the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development recommends to make these unpleasant circumstances more manageable. Please keep in mind while reading that this is neither legal nor medical advice. The general directive is to promptly…