Workers’ Compensation Claims

Injured workers throughout New Jersey need a seasoned legal team in their corner who can effectively fight for the workers’ compensation benefits they deserve. Lerner, Piermont, Riverol & Lawlor, P.A. has extensive experience handling workers’ compensation claims in New Jersey, and we stand ready to put that experience to work for you in your case as well. Contact our seasoned Jersey City workers’ compensation lawyers for a free initial consultation today.

Workers’ Compensation in New Jersey

Workers across nearly every field may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits if they can show that their injury or medical condition is work-related. This includes both sudden accidents and conditions that develop slowly over time. It also covers illnesses caused by long-term exposure to harmful chemicals or environments. Importantly, even if an employee has a preexisting condition, aggravation of that condition due to job duties can still form the basis for a valid claim.

Importantly, to qualify, you may be classified as an employee rather than an independent contractor, and the injury or illness must arise in the course of your job duties. As long as you qualify, you should receive medical coverage for your injuries as well as a portion of your lost wages.

Occupation-Specific Workers’ Compensation Claims

While workers’ compensation broadly applies to employees across industries, each occupation presents unique dangers and injuries. Some of the occupations where on-the-job injuries are most common are as follows:

• Construction Workers: Construction workers often find themselves in hazardous environments. When they’re injured on the job, our team is proud to represent them.
• Police & Correction Officers: Law enforcement and correction officers work in physically demanding, high-stress environments. Injuries frequently come from physical alterations, accidents during pursuits, or repetitive strain from heavy gear.
• Railroad Workers: Railroad employees are exposed to unique hazards like heavy equipment, loud industrial noise, ballast dust, asbestos, and more.
• Factory Workers: Factory work often includes repetitive tasks, exposure to dangerous machinery, and risks of burns, cuts, or crush injuries. Employers and insurers sometimes try to minimize the connection between repetitive injuries and job duties, making legal representation important.
• Healthcare Workers: Doctors and other healthcare professionals face constant exposure to infectious diseases and other hazards, such as violent patients.
• Workers in the Trucking Industry: Truck drivers and other workers are vulnerable to roadway accidents, injuries from loading or unloading cargo, and more.
• Industrial Workers: Industrial employees deal with hazardous substances, loud environments, and heavy machinery. Claims may involve chemical exposure, hearing loss, or catastrophic accidents involving industrial equipment.
• Warehouse Workers: Warehouse employees frequently face injuries from lifting, slips and falls, forklift accidents, or repetitive stress conditions.

Contact Our Jersey City Workers’ Compensation Lawyers

Even though workers’ compensation is designed to protect workers, employers and insurers often look for ways to deny claims. When you partner with Lerner, Piermont, Riverol & Lawlor, P.A., you gain the benefit of knowledgeable workers’ compensation attorneys who have extensive experience representing injured workers throughout the state of New Jersey. If you’ve been injured on the job, simply contact our firm for a free initial consultation today.