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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…
Immigrants can receive workers’ compensation in New Jersey
If you have a workplace injury that makes it difficult for you to perform your job and earn a living, you might be able to receive worker’s compensation. You can use workers’ compensation to cover medical bills and lost wages. In addition, you do not need to be a United States citizen to file…
How do I recognize a drunk driver?
Drunk drivers are a menace on the roads all across America. One way to help keep drunk drivers off the road is to understand when you see one and what to do. Drunk driving claims thousands of lives every year, and reporting is one way to keep the roads safe. Fortunately, there are some…
Wrongful death costs and workers’ compensation
People who lose their loved ones after a workplace accident have more than just sudden grief to attend to. On top of losing the income of the deceased, there are often hospital bills and funeral costs. New Jersey workers’ compensation is a tool that allows grieving families to support themselves to a certain degree…
Bike accident data and prevention
Whether your child enjoys riding his or her bike or you bike near traffic on a daily basis, it is essential to understand the many risks you face. Aside from reviewing preventative measures that could keep you safe, it is also helpful to take a look at data on cyclist accidents in order to…
Study shows connection between warehouse work pace, worker injury
Working in a New Jersey warehouse often involves heavy lifting and long days spent on your feet. While the general nature of warehouse work makes it dangerous, research shows that something else is a major contributor to your injury risk when working in a warehouse: the pace of work seen there. According to Business…