MMI stands for Maximum Medical Improvement. It means that medical treatment has gotten you "as good as you are going to get". Once reached, the...

Injured while working

Since you were injured at work, you have a valid workers compensation claim. You would be entitled to medical care; if you need to be out of work...

Need help... Just open a coffee shop and did not purchase the workers comp. One of my girls got hurt. What will be for me the ne

You will be responsible for providing your injured worker with the benefits she would normally be entitled to under New Jersey WC law. This...

Hurt back at work & out 4 months.. MRI shows anterolisthesis (grade 1).Had 2 epidurals & 1 facet shot. No relief. can i get SSDI

You can certainly apply for SSDI, but before I could give an opinion on your eligibility and chances of success,I would need much more information....

Your attorney is correct. New Jersey WC does not contemplate payments for pain and suffering. Your settlement money is based solely upon loss of...

I stumbled over a tree root at work and got hurt can i sue

If you are injured at work, you may file a claim. If you can show entitlement, you are eligible for 3 types of benefits. These are payment of...

Do i have a case if i was on workman's comp and on light duty and job terminated me

Yes. From your question, I assume that the Workers Compensation carrier is paying for your doctors and the employer was providing light duty...

I was injured on a job October 31st, 2011. Is it possible to sue?

You can file a New Jersey Workers Compensation claim within 2 years of the date of injury, or 2 years from the date of last payment, whichever is...

Workers Compensation Claim - Neck Injury negligence

There is a 2 year statute of limitations within which you must file a negligence suit. So that is out. The 2 year statute of limitations for a WC...

Can I get fired by not going back to work after bing hurt on the job?

Your fact pattern is a little confusing. You have been released to return to work with restrictions. You should go to work and bring with you the...