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How to Filing A Worker Compensation Claim

What constitutes a filing for workers' compensation? Read here the complete process to file a worker compensation claim

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How to Filing A Worker Compensation Claim

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  1. Law Presentation 2020 How to Filing A Worker Compensation Claim  dmlawyer.com

  2. Steps in Filing a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Claim If you have been injured on the job in New Jersey, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits can cover your medical care and a portion of the wages you lose due to a temporary or permanent disability.

  3. GET MEDICAL TREATMENT. TELL THE DOCTOR ABOUT YOUR INJURY AND FOLLOW YOUR DOCTOR’S ORDERS REPORT YOUR INJURY. If you are hurt on the job, see a doctor right away. If it is a non-emergency situation, you must go to the clinic or hospital selected by your employer. • You should report your injury to your employer as soon as possible. You will only have 90 days from the date of the injury to provide your employer with this notice • It will help your care and payment of your medical costs to tell your doctor that your injury is work-related. Steps

  4. CHECK ON THE STATUS OF YOUR CLAIM • Your employer – or its workers’ compensation insurer – must file a First Report of Injury form with the New Jersey Division of Workers’ Compensation within 21 days after you provide notice of your injury. START RECEIVING BENEFITS – OR GET LEGAL HELP. • Your employer (or its insurer) will investigate your claim for New Jersey workers’ compensation benefits and determine whether to accept or reject your claim. If the employer/insurer denies your claim, you should contact a workers’ compensation lawyer without delay. Steps FILE FOR AN INFORMAL HEARING OR FILE A FORMAL CLAIM. • Your lawyer will advise you on whether to file a formal Claim Petition or Application for an Informal Hearing. The attorney can help you to make sure these forms are properly filed.

  5. Contact Our New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Today The lawyers of Beninato & Matrafajlo, have a thorough understanding of the New Jersey workers’ compensation system. We know how to ensure your rights are fully protected at every step in your case.Contact us today at +1 908-378-8467.

  6. Phone: 908-378-8467 Get In Touch: Website: www.dmlawyer.com 1207 East Grand Street 2nd floor Elizabeth,NJ 07201 Address:

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