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Your Rights as an Injured Worker

Workplace accidents are an all too common cause of painful injuries, lasting disabilities, and the need for costly medical treatment. If you are suffering from a work-related injury, the amount of doctor’s appointments, paperwork, and financial stressors can seem overwhelming. It is important for you to have a clear understanding of your rights and responsibilities during this complicated time.

Unfortunately, employees cannot always trust in the workers’ compensation system to handle their cases efficiently and fairly. If you are experiencing difficulties receiving the treatment you deserve, or simply need information about your legal rights, the New Jersey workers’ compensation lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. can help. Call our offices today at 1-888-389-2667.

Understanding Workers’ Comp

Under state and federal laws, employees who have suffered workplace injuries are entitled to:

  • Reliable information about the workers’ compensation system. Your employer should have this information freely available in an accessible format. If you have any questions, your employer is obligated to provide accurate answers.
  • Reasonable workplace accommodations while you recover. Many employees are cleared for returning to work before they have completely recovered from their injuries. If it is reasonably possible for your employer to provide lighter work or other accommodations, he or she is legally required to do so.
  • Efficient compensation for your injuries (if you are eligible for compensation). Once you have reported your injuries to your employer, he or she needs to begin the process to compensate you. If he or she fails to do so, you have the option to take legal action.
  • Freedom from retaliation if you file a complaint. Every worker should be able to protest unfair treatment without suffering unfair retaliation such as losing your job, being harassed, etc.

If you suspect your rights are not being respected by your employer or the workers’ compensation system, our New Jersey workers’ comp attorneys are here to help.

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No one deserves poor treatment at work following a serious injury. To discuss your rights and strategies for protecting them, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. at 1-888-389-2667.