Your Guide To Filing A Workers’ Compensation Claim In New Jersey

Injuries on the job can be extremely challenging and stressful for workers and their families. Depending on the severity of your injuries, you could be out of work for a lengthy period, which could create financial hardship. Workers’ compensation can help with medical bills and loss of income. Contact Noonan & McMahon, LLC at (732) 303-7857 to schedule a free consultation with our Freehold workers’ compensation lawyers.

However, filing a workers’ compensation claim in New Jersey may not be straightforward. It can help to have an experienced attorney on your side to protect your rights as you seek the benefits you are entitled to by law after a work injury.

At Noonan & McMahon, LLC, our lawyers have over 40 years of combined legal experience representing injured parties. Our law firm diligently seeks justice for our clients, recovering millions of dollars in jury verdicts and settlements.

How Noonan & McMahon, LLC Helps You File a Workers’ Compensation Claim in New Jersey

How Noonan & McMahon, LLC Helps You File a Workers' Compensation Claim in New Jersey

You may have several legal options available to you after a workplace accident. Examining all legal options can result in maximum compensation and benefits for a work-related injury claim. At Noonan & McMahon, LLC, we work with you to pursue all potential sources of compensation for a work injury.

Our attorneys have stood with injured victims to protect their rights since 2007. Our law firm is a trusted personal injury firm in New Jersey. We are known for our dedication to our clients and aggressive advocacy for their rights.

When you hire our Freehold personal injury attorneys, you can expect us to:

  • Investigate the circumstances of your workplace accident
  • Determine your legal options and rights for compensation and benefits
  • Identify all liable parties for third-party claims
  • Collect evidence, including working with expert witnesses
  • Prepare and file all paperwork for claims
  • Negotiate a fair settlement agreement
  • Represent you in all court proceedings and fiercely advocate for your best interests

Our attorneys at Noonan & McMahon, LLC have top ratings and recognition for national legal organizations, including Best Lawyers in America, The National Trial Lawyers, and Super Lawyers. Our lawyers have extensive trial experience. They are also skilled negotiators.

Call Noonan & McMahon, LLC to schedule a free case evaluation with one of our experienced Freehold workers’ compensation lawyers.

Guide for Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim in New Jersey

You may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits if you are injured in a workplace accident. Most employers in New Jersey are required to provide workers’ compensation insurance coverage for their employees.

Generally, an injured worker is eligible for workers’ comp benefits if they:

  • Are covered by workers’ compensation insurance coverage
  • Their injury occurred while they were performing their job duties during the ordinary course of employment
  • Their injury, disability, or illness is directly related to the employee’s job duties

If you are injured at work, you must take steps to protect your rights. Steps for filing a workers’ compensation claim in New Jersey include:

Seek Medical Treatment

If you are injured at work, seek prompt medical treatment for your injuries. You must use a doctor or clinic approved by your employer. Otherwise, your medical costs will not be paid for workers’ compensation insurance. If you require emergency medical treatment, you can go to the nearest hospital or call 911 for treatment.

Make sure to tell the doctor you were injured at work. The doctor needs to know your injury is work-related to note that in your records and for billing. Follow your doctor’s treatment plan. Failing to follow the treatment plan could result in your claim being denied.

Report Your Injury to Your Employer

Report work accidents and injuries to your employer as soon as possible. You have 90 days from the injury date to report the injury. It is wise to put your notice in writing to have evidence of the date and time you reported the injury. Failing to report an injury within 90 days could jeopardize your workers’ compensation benefits.

Monitor the Status of Your Workers’ Comp Claim

Your employer or its workers’ compensation insurance provider must file a First Report of Injury form within 21 days of your notice of injury. The report is filed with the New Jersey Division of Workers’ Compensation.

Request a copy of the form for your records and to verify it was filed on time. If the report is not filed within 21 days, you may want to contact an attorney for advice.

Receiving Workers’ Comp Benefits

The workers’ compensation insurance company investigates your claim. You should receive notice of whether your claim is denied or accepted. If the claim is denied, you should immediately contact a workers’ compensation attorney to discuss an appeal.

If your claim is approved, the insurance company will pay your medical bills directly to the providers. You should begin receiving wage loss benefits if your injuries prevent you from working during your recovery.

Filing a Formal Claim or an Informal Hearing Request

Your workers’ comp attorney will discuss filing a formal Claim Petition or an Application for an Informal Hearing if your employer or its workers’ compensation insurance provider disputes or denies your claim. Each option has pros and cons, so it depends on the circumstances of your case whether a formal or informal route is best.

Appealing Your Case

If you disagree with the judge’s decision in the formal or informal hearing, you can appeal the decision to the New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division. However, hiring an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer early in your case may avoid this necessity. An attorney may negotiate a settlement to the dispute before the case reaches this point.

Call Our Freehold Workers’ Compensation Attorneys for a Free Consultation

Filing a workers’ comp claim in New Jersey is easier when you have sound legal advice and support from a legal team with your best interests as their top priority. At Noonan & McMahon, LLC, we put your needs first. Call us today to schedule a free case review with our Freehold workers’ compensation lawyers.