Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that provides no-fault coverage for injuries and illnesses suffered by employees while on the job or as a result of their work. In New Jersey and the majority of other states, employers are required to purchase workers’ compensation coverage for their employees. So what happens is you are […]
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Can You Still Receive Workers’ Comp If You Fail the Drug Test?
Workers’ compensation is a no-fault system of insurance that provides coverage for employees who have been injured or become ill on the job. In other words, if you are hurt or become ill because of your job (such as through an accident or exposure to toxic chemicals), you won’t have to prove that your employer […]
Continue ReadingCan You Receive Workers’ Comp for Trigger Finger?
When many people think of workers’ compensation, they view it as something that a person receives for an on-the-job injury, such as an accident or another major occurrence. In reality, workers’ compensation covers many types of workplace injuries and illnesses, such as occupational exposures and repetitive stress injuries. Also known as wear and tear injuries, […]
Continue ReadingHow Much Is My Workers’ Comp Case Worth?
If you are injured or become ill while on the job (or as a result of your work), then you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. This is a type of insurance that provides medical treatment and wage loss benefits to employees who have gotten sick or been injured on the job. These benefits […]
Continue ReadingWhat Should I Do If I Have Been Requested for a Workers’ Comp IME?
In New Jersey, workplace injuries and illnesses are governed by the workers’ compensation system. Workers’ comp is a type of insurance that all New Jersey employers are required to carry. In the event that an employee is injured or becomes ill due to a workplace accident or exposure, they are covered by this insurance regardless […]
Continue ReadingPrudential Disability Claim Denials
Long-term disability (LTD) insurance offers protection against uncertainty. If you become disabled due to an illness or injury, this type of policy will provide monthly payments to help you cover your expenses while you are unable to work. LTD policies are offered by a number of insurers, including the Prudential Insurance Company of America (Prudential). […]
Continue ReadingCigna Disability Claim Denials
Long-term disability (LTD) insurance can be incredibly important — perhaps even more critical than life insurance. LTD benefits offer monthly payments in the event that you are unable to work due to a disability. These payments can provide a financial lifeline in a time of difficulty. Too often, however, insurance companies that offer these policies […]
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