How Do You Prove Injury at Work?
If you’re injured on the job, you’ll file a workers’ compensation claim with the policy your employer must provide. Having an accomplished Cherry Hill workers’ compensation attorney on your side from the start can make a significant difference in the outcome of your claim and is always in your best interest.
Workers’ Compensation in New Jersey
NJ state laws are designed to balance the rights and protections of employers and employees alike. If you’re injured at work, you’re entitled to coverage for a specific percentage of your lost wages and necessary medical needs. While your employer is required to cover you, they are not subject to burdensome personal injury claims. A primary factor in every worker’s compensation claim is proving that the involved injuries are work-related.
For Your Part
Sometimes, it’s evident that an injury was sustained at work, and this element of the claim takes care of itself. There are other times, however, when making a correlation between accident and injury is more challenging. For your part, there are several things you can do to help establish that your injury is work-related, including:
- As soon as you recognize that you’ve been injured on the job, let your supervisor or boss know
- Seek the immediate medical attention that you need.
- Retain the skilled legal representation of an experienced workers’ compensation attorney as soon after the accident as possible.
Additional Evidence
Your knowledgeable workers’ compensation attorney will take the steps necessary to build a strong claim on your behalf, which is likely to include evidence like the following:
- Medical documentation, which will help establish a timeline of events
- The accident report, which is triggered when you notify your employer of the injury-causing incident, and which should include as many details as possible – when they’re still fresh in your and your coworkers’ memories
- Your employment records, which help establish that you were an employee who was on the clock when the accident happened
Seek the Legal Guidance of an Experienced Cherry Hill Workers’ Compensation Attorney Today
The persuasive Cherry Hill workers’ compensation attorneys at Matarazzo and Lubcher harness the full force of our imposing legal experience and insight for every client we skillfully represent, and we’re on your side. For more information about what we can do to help you, please don’t hesitate to contact us or call 856-353-4439 today.