How to Report Work Related Injuries in New Jersey
One of the most important things you need to do if you have suffered a workplace injury in New Jersey is to immediately notify your employer. Although this may seem fairly obvious, workers’ compensation insurance carriers routinely deny claims because injured employees fail to report the accident to their employers. So, one of the most… Continue reading How to Report Work Related Injuries in New Jersey
Retaliation Against Employees for Reporting Workplace Injuries
All employees have the basic “core” right to report work-related injuries and illnesses. In fact, it is illegal for an employer to retaliate against a worker for reporting an injury or illness. Such retaliation is considered workplace discrimination. If you have suffered retaliation, contact a New Jersey injury lawyer immediately to protect your rights. If… Continue reading Retaliation Against Employees for Reporting Workplace Injuries
Injuries and the Use of Hand Trucks
It is a known fact that people who are required to transport beverages or other items from a delivery truck to a hand truck or stack are at an increased risk of injury. Accordingly, under OSHA standards, these types of tasks should be deemed hazardous unless certain solutions are put in place. If you believe… Continue reading Injuries and the Use of Hand Trucks
