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If you are an essential worker in New Jersey who has contracted COVID-19, you may be entitled to Workers’ Compensation benefits for your illness. In fact, some Union leaders are proposing specific legislation to cover essential workers who become ill.

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Workers’ Compensation Lawyers in New Jersey

Have you ever been injured on the job, or fallen ill due to certain workplace conditions? If either of these problems has happened to you, then you know how traumatic such an experience can be. Working with a skilled workers’ compensation lawyer in New Jersey can help you get the compensation you deserve for what occurred at your workplace. (the injuries you have suffered)

Physical pains caused by a workplace injury or the symptoms of a workplace illness are a hassle at best and a significant life disruptor at worst. If your employer reacts negatively once they discover that you are seeking workers’ compensation, the entire situation may become significantly more stressful.

It’s essential in these moments not to be intimidated. While workplace injuries or illnesses may be viewed as a hassle or a threat to employers, the fact is that employees injured in the workplace have every right to Workers’ Compensation. If your employer is showing reluctance in providing you with workers compensation’s benefits, know that the personal injury attorneys at Corradino & Papa, LLC are here to fight for your legal rights.

How to File a Workers’ Compensation Claim

In New Jersey — as in every other state in the country — the law requires that every business carry some form of insurance to compensate employees who get injured or fall ill while on the job. Employers have a responsibility to provide a safe workplace for their employees. This responsibility extends to what happens after an injury takes place on the job. Even if the injury occurred as the result of an accident, and there was no apparent negligence at play, the employer still holds some modicum of responsibility. Workers’ Compensation was structured to cover this post-injury part of the narrative. It is there to provide financial assistance that workers need while they are recovering from an injury or illness and are therefore unable to work.

Because Workers’ Compensation insurance is required for all employers, there is typically a very standard and well-established protocol for what happens when an employee is injured on the job. Filing a Workers’ Compensation claim is not very different from filing any other type of insurance claim. If you have been injured on the job, your employer should be ready to spring into action and help you obtain benefits.  If not, you should consult with an NJ Workers’ Compensation attorney to make sure that your rights are protected in your time of need.

At Corradino & Papa, LLC, our workers’ compensation lawyers are here to offer our extensive legal expertise to help you recover damages. Our attorneys are knowledgeable about the intricacies of Workers’ Compensation benefits and have ample experience with the landscape of employment law. They will work tirelessly to ensure that you receive the maximum amount of compensation to which you are entitled.

Common Workplace Injuries in New Jersey

Workers’ rights and protections have grown massively over the past century or so. Employers today recognize their responsibility of providing a safe workplace for all employees. Workplace safety hazards put employers at risk of liability lawsuits and negligence claims. Additionally, the advent of the Internet and social media made it much more difficult for employers to conceal safety discrepancies. Today, companies with unsafe workplaces can easily be exposed, harming their reputation and affecting their revenues.

For all of these reasons, the average workplace today is relatively safe. Still, accidents do happen, and some jobs do come with their fair share of risks. Most work industries expose employees to at least a few situations or circumstances that may result in an injury or illness. For instance, a common belief is that construction jobs are somewhat hazardous, while more traditional office jobs are very safe. However, while construction work certainly involves some risks—such as working at heights, working in a noisy environment, or moving heavy objects—that doesn’t mean office work is risk-free. On the contrary, a large proportion of “desk” employees could develop injuries that impede their work and quality of life, such as carpal tunnel syndrome or back injuries related to sitting for too long.

The fact is those workplace injuries, and illnesses occur in every industry, regardless of how “safe” or “risky” that industry is thought to be. The most common of these occupational injuries include strains and sprains, especially in the legs and the back. People who do manual labor and those working in the healthcare sector (i.e., lifting patients) are more prone to injuries than those in other professions, but they aren’t the only workers who may require Workers’ Compensation benefits.

There is a wide range of severity in workplace injuries, from a simple stress fracture to an amputation injury from a catastrophic accident. What many people don’t realize is that even “minor” injuries likely qualify for Workers’ Compensation benefits. Therein lays the importance of consulting a Workers’ Compensation lawyer in New Jersey, to learn what your rights are and which steps you should take to obtain compensation.

Understanding Workers’ Compensation Benefits in New Jersey

If you are injured on the job, your potential benefits through your employer’s Workers’ Compensation policy could include:

  • Lump-sum payments
  • Defrayment of medical bills (past and future)
  • Permanent or temporary disability coverage
  • Weekly paychecks

These benefits are designed to help you stay afloat in a situation where a workplace injury or illness leaves you unable to work or earn an income. Additionally, they help cover expenses related to your illness or injury — including hospital bills, physical therapy expenses, and more.

Schedule a Free Consultation with Our NJ Workers’ Compensation Attorneys Today

Have you sustained an injury on the job due to a workplace accident? If the answer is yes, then you have a right to Workers’ Compensation benefits. At Corradino & Papa, LLC, we know how intimidating it can be to recover damages. As an employee, you may not want to rock the boat with your employer. Alternatively, you may just be daunted by the application process that is necessary to obtain these benefits. A small error in your application can result in the denial of your Workers’ Compensation, keeping you out of work and without any source of financial support.

If you have filed a Workers’ Compensation claim and it was denied or “pushed back” by your employer, do not hesitate to contact our team of New Jersey Workers’ Compensation lawyers. Our highly experienced team will work with you every step of the way to help you get the compensation that you deserve. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation!

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