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I previously requested documents related to my reopened workers' compensation claim, but my former attorney was granted a recusal, and there's a lien from a judge on future results in my case. I want to obtain these documents to review past offers before deciding whether to settle or hire... View More 
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I'm really sorry you're going through this—it’s frustrating enough managing a workers’ comp claim without having to track down your own documents after your attorney steps away. Since your former attorney has been officially recused and there's a lien involved, you're... View More
I have three ongoing Workmen’s Compensation cases that have been active for three years. My current lawyer has been unresponsive to emails and phone calls for months, and has ignored necessary medical recommendations such as MRIs. Despite my ongoing pain and untreated sciatica, my lawyer is... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I'm really sorry you’re dealing with this—three years is a long time to be in pain and feel like you're being ignored. When a lawyer isn't responding to you and isn't pushing for necessary medical care like MRIs, it's a serious concern. You have every right to expect... View More
I was injured on December 16, 2024, as a delivery driver due to lifting a box overloaded by a third-party company, leading to a serious lower back injury. Despite notifying my employer and filing a workers' compensation claim, I'm experiencing severe pain and have limited ability to work.... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I'm really sorry you’re going through all of this—dealing with pain, job loss, and uncertainty all at once is incredibly tough. Since you already have an active workers' compensation case, you're on the right path to secure medical care and wage replacement. But if your employer... View More
I was injured on 12/16/24 while trying to pick up a box as a delivery driver, resulting in a lower back injury. The vehicle had cameras inside and outside for evidence. I reported the injury to my employer and filed a workers' compensation claim. I'm experiencing severe pain and... View More
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answered on Mar 18, 2025
I am sorry to hear of this unfortunate situation.
You still have the right to full workers compensation benefits even though you were terminated. Those do not end with termination.
With respect to the terrmination, there is a law in Nj against retaliatory termination for asserting a... View More
I want to find an attorney that will help me with my case and not turn me down because they have relationships with my former attorney.
answered on Dec 13, 2023
If attorneys have a conflict, or other issue with the attorney to be sued, it is proper for them to reject the case.
I was fired because of my disability and because I was being harassed by my coworkers at the time I was complaining about it to my superiors.
The case is already under investigation with the department of civil rights of New Jersey. But just in case I need a plan b, I'd like to know... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2023
it is not clear to me whether your injuries were caused on the job and whether you filed a workers' compensation claim. You would need to contact a workers' compensation attorney. We can help you with that. you could have a separate disability discrimination case but I would need more... View More
I need help figuring out the calculation for applying NY WCL Article 2 Section 16. If AWW (ACE) were 1945.83, and the NYSAWW were 1450.17, and disabled widow benefits (DWB) was 1896 per month, what would be the offset applied to the WC benefit? I understand that the combined total of WC and DWB... View More
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answered on Aug 6, 2023
For precise guidance on New York law, including the specific calculations and potential age-related changes to benefits, I strongly advise consulting with a legal professional who is knowledgeable in New York workers' compensation law.
Sincerely,
James L. Arrasmith... View More
My attorney failed do to follow up on my medical complaints and now tells me it is too late to pursue the matter
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answered on Jul 31, 2023
You may have a claim for legal negligence. You may consider consulting with a lawyer who routinely handles legal negligence/malpractice matters in order to determine your rights.
We finally got our fountain fixed a few weeks ago. I asked my manager was it okay to use, she said yes, but the water pressure was low. I never noticed anything. I happened to get sick around the next few days. I took off work one day, left early on the other days I worked. I was forced to use my... View More
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answered on Jul 31, 2023
If you consume something on the job that you believe made you sick you should report it to your employer. Often times, the employer will send you to a doctor to evaluate you and they will also investigate your claim. It is important to report it immediately to your employer, and let them know you... View More
Hello, I have a personal injury lawsuit on my hands due to someone falling on my property and having injury due to them not following my walk way and cutting across my property/lawn while working for a Big company. The Case was filed in Superior Court; Civil Division, but in the wrong County.... View More
answered on Nov 7, 2022
Yes if you have a lawyer you should definitely advise him of this fact.
I have an existing Workmen Compensation Claim.
During the process of the W.C. Claim, I found a Disability Attorney, and we had a simple exchange with him securing me full Disability on his initial submission.
Unfortunately, I had two very bad W.C. Attorneys (who were different... View More
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answered on May 20, 2022
The WC judge was kind to clear the slate for you!!
You should select a new attorney based upon their experience and their reviews.
You can select an attorney from anywhere in the state as 99% of WC is done remotely now, except for trials.
Gerald Siegel
I work in food service and the doctor gave me a note stating that I can be on my feet for 3 hours total a day. My employer called me and told me that they can accommodate me for 3 hours of work a day. My question is: If I go back to work will workers comp pay me the difference of my 70percent... View More
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answered on Feb 21, 2022
1. Yes 2. No. Workers comp should pay a portion of the difference in your normal wage and the 3 hours you actually are able to work (and its tax-free). Typically, you are unable to sue your employer for a work injury if there are not third parties involved. Seeking counsel from a NJ workers comp... View More
I have a workers'comp case. I do not believe my lawyer represented me adequately. There were plenty of inconsistencies that weren't addressed.
I was asked,by my lawyer,to settle my case even though my injuries weren't completely final.
The case has been ongoing since... View More
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answered on Jan 6, 2022
There is no right to a jury trial in workers compensation.
The same judge that would make a recommendation for a settlement is the same judge that would try your case and make a decision.
You are best off paying another WC attorney for a 2nd opinion.
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answered on May 9, 2021
It depends greatly on what you mean by 'offer'. Did they pay you for the time off work? Did they cover your medical bills? did you suffer any permanent disability? Did you report the injury at all?
A consultation with a workers comp attorney in your area is required to assure that... View More
I understand there are two ways, please confirm:
1. Keep company ownership as is (100% owned by my wife) and obtain NJ approval for self insurance. How can I do it? any form to fill? submit to where?
2. Transfer 100% company ownership from to me (as I am the only one who does work... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2021
Check with the NJ Dept. of Labor and Workforce Development based on what type of work entity you have created.
We are family consulting microbusiness, owned by my wife (she does not do work in this business). I feel Workers Compensation Insurance is useless for us, but dont want to pay fine for not having it.
Thank you
Gregory
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answered on Feb 3, 2021
You may still be required to carry workers comp insurance. Check with the NJ Dept. of Labor and Workforce Development based on what type of work entity you have created.
"Sole Proprietorship – All sole proprietorships operating in
New Jersey must maintain workers’... View More
then they sent some checks. for me they sent an email they say they will send me a check of $13 But i'm sure it was more than $13 i heard some drivres they hire a lower and they get more than that
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answered on May 18, 2020
This is not workers comp. It is more in the field of wage and hour compliance. Google the NJ Department of Labor. Go to the tab on Worker Protection and wage and hour compliance will pop up. That will make for good background reading. if you don't have the answer after that contact a wage... View More
I am a relatively new employee. I started working about a month ago. That is around the time in which I began getting pain in my arms and strong numbness in my fingers. I waited a little bit to see if this was something that required me to get adjusted to or if it was temporary, but as I went to... View More
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answered on May 17, 2020
It's hard to say from what you described as to whether you have a solid WC case. The best thing to do is to report your experience to Costco and ask to be seen by a company authorized doctor. You have to get treatment through Costco, although there are exceptions. A lot depends upon the job... View More
I reside in NJ where but i was doing work in NY, where a county specific license was required to do home improvement. I have a court date and i need to know what kind of lawyer i should find. I didn't qualify for a public defender.
answered on Mar 13, 2020
You will probably need a New York criminal lawyer if the case is in New York. Speak with one to find out.
I have a part time job where an undocumented employee got injured on the job and the employer is asking him to fill out an I-9 verification form so that he can pay the medical bills. By the looks of things it seems like my boss is trying to get rid of him and not actually pay for the medical bills,... View More
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answered on Oct 28, 2019
Both your boss and the undocumented worked are in violation of Federal law. It is unwise to post anything further about this in a public forum monitored by law enforcement. There is no attorney-client privilege online and this situation is far beyond the scope of this forum.
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