Undocumented workers often work in some of the toughest and most dangerous jobs available, meaning that they tend to face significant risks of being injured on the job. Despite this fact, most undocumented workers are hesitant to report their on the job injures due to an overwhelming fear of being deported for filing a workers’ compensation claim. However, undocumented workers…

During the winter months in New Jersey, we are exposed to severe snow and ice storms and freezing temperatures for weeks on end. With this harsh weather comes more dangerous and hazardous conditions, especially for outdoor work environments. The increased hazards of wintertime conditions also leads to an increased risk of workplace accidents. While some work accidents only result in…

New Jersey’s workers’ compensation system offers injured employees benefits after suffering work-related injuries and illnesses. Even though you or a loved one may suffer a work injury or an occupational illness, you may find that your workers’ compensation claim is denied by your employer or its workers’ compensation insurer.  If you’ve had a workers’ compensation claim denied, you should understand…

Delivery drivers have been working overtime in light of the current Coronavirus pandemic. With New Jersey residents being asked to isolate and practice social distancing, more and more people have turned to delivery services to buy groceries and other necessities. While the industry has seemingly boomed as a result of this, the more drivers there are out on the road,…

There are few things more unfortunate than becoming permanently disabled as a result of a work-related injury or disease that causes an illness due to your line of work. That being said, it may be of some comfort to know that you may be entitled to disability benefits because of your state’s workers’ compensation system put in place for situations…