There is plenty of incorrect information regularly shared online and in workplaces about workers' compensation benefits. Many people don't understand the program or what rights they have after they get hurt at work. For example, people sometimes believe the incorrect...
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Will workers’ compensation cover car crash injuries?
Maybe you work for a replacement window company, and you travel to people's houses to provide them with quotes for how much it would cost to upgrade their existing windows. Perhaps you deliver groceries in the evenings and on the weekends for a major retailer to...
The most frequent injuries at construction sites
Construction projects are frequent sights throughout New Jersey that indicate growth and prosperity for the state. People marvel at how quickly the process can move from a foundation to a finished building. Unfortunately, construction sites have dangers that can lead...
Workers’ comp Coverage B
New Jersey employees might have a general idea about workers' compensation benefits. They may understand that injuries suffered on the job could lead to a claim that pays for their medical bills. However, they could be unfamiliar with the specific types of available...
For millions of Americans, work is a pain in the back
Each year, thousands of New Jersey workers suffer back injuries on the job. While physically demanding occupations are most likely to cause acute back injuries, office jobs can also lead to long-term back pain. Workplace back injury statistics According to the Bureau...
How you can help prevent burn injuries while you’re at work
New Jersey is a state that's full of hard-working people. It is likely that most of them don't think about getting harmed while on the job. Unfortunately, one of the most common types of workplace injuries involves burns. Here's how you can help prevent this type of...
Eye safety in the workplace: A guide for New Jersey workers
According to a recent Centers For Disease Control and Prevention report, over 2000 Americans suffer from eye injuries each day while on the job. As an employee or employer in New Jersey, you can prevent up to 90% of work-related eye injuries by taking a proactive...
How to avoid common nursing injuries in New Jersey
Nurses are one of the most important members of the medical profession in New Jersey. They provide care to patients who are often sick and vulnerable. It is essential that nurses take measures to protect their own health and safety in order to provide the best...
The New Jersey workers’ compensation process
Many employees worry about getting hurt, especially when their work entails physical labor or otherwise presents hazards. That said, any worker could get injured on the job, as tripping when walking down a hallway could lead to a broken leg. No matter the profession...
Why are first-year workers injured more often?
Starting at a new job can bring its share of hazards. You have a whole new environment to get familiar with, both physically and socially. There may be a wide range of new tasks that you have never performed before. Having so much at once to get used to and little...