Recent Blog Posts
Filing a Workers’ Comp Claim When You Live and Work in Different States
Workers’ compensation laws may seem easy to understand at first, but you have to understand that the laws vary by state. Employees typically must file workers’ compensation claims in the state where they perform their work. But what happens when someone splits time between home and occasional work in another state? That was the… Read More »
NJ College Student Charged With Vehicular Homicide in Drunk Driving Crash
All drivers know that driving while intoxicated is illegal. Many drivers still take the risk and end up in dangerous situations. They may crash and injure or kill others. This is what happened when a New Jersey college student drove while intoxicated in August. His truck went off the road and overturned, killing his… Read More »
2 Killed in Labor Day Rollover Crash
Unfortunately, car accidents are common during holiday weekends. There are more vehicles out on the roadways, which means crashes are more likely to occur. Sadly, a crash on Labor Day killed a couple in New Jersey. The fatal accident occurred on the evening of September 1. The two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of… Read More »
Can You Get Workers’ Compensation in New Jersey if You Already Had an Injury?
One of the most common questions injured employees ask is: “If I already had a bad back, knee problems, or another medical condition before starting my job, can I still qualify for workers’ compensation if work makes it worse?” A recent New Jersey case involving a school custodian shows the answer is often yes…. Read More »
Construction Worker Killed By Truck on Atlantic City Expressway
Construction work is always risky. In many cases, there are vehicles involved, and they can cause a fatal accident in a blink of an eye. Sadly, this was recently the situation in New Jersey. New Jersey State Police responded to a construction site after a worker was tragically killed after being struck by a… Read More »
Actor Dylan Walsh, Family Involved in New Jersey Car Accident
Vehicles are no joke. They are large and powerful and can cause a lot of damage. In an instant, anyone can be involved in a serious car accident. Even actors and other celebrities can be seriously harmed in such crashes. Actor Dylan Walsh — best known for his role in the popular medical drama… Read More »
Workplace Injuries Decreasing, Costs Increasing
Many people don’t enjoy their job for many reasons. Maybe they don’t like their boss or co-workers. Perhaps it’s the customers. In some cases, the job may be too dangerous. Many people are injured or killed in workplace accidents every day. This can be a frustrating situation, but the good news is that workplace… Read More »
Man Injured in Motorcycle Accident on NJ Turnpike
Many people enjoy riding motorcycles, especially this time of year when the weather is warm and sunny. However, dangers still lurk on New Jersey’s roadways. A bad maneuver by the rider, poor driving by other motorists, or hazard on the roadway could cause a motorcycle to lose control at any time, causing a serious… Read More »
1 Killed, 2 Injured in Road Construction Accident
Navigating road construction can be tricky, especially if a driver is not familiar with the roads or general area. A recent road construction crash killed one person and injured two others. A single-car crash on a Millburn road that was closed for construction killed one person and injured two others. The fatal crash occurred… Read More »
Understanding the “Intentional Wrong” Exception in New Jersey
Like many states, New Jersey’s Workers’ Compensation Act includes an exclusive remedy provision, meaning injured employees generally cannot sue their employer in court. In exchange for giving up the right to sue, workers are entitled to automatic benefits when injuries arise out of and during the course of employment. This is because workers’ compensation… Read More »
