You should notify your employer as soon as possible.   The notice may be given to anyone in authority at your place of business.  Usually, an incident or accident report will be documented. If you need medical treatment, a request should be made to your employer as soon as possible.  Under the NJ workers' compensation law, the employer and/or their insurance carrier can select the physician(s)  to treat injured workers for work related injuries.

Workers' compensation is a “no fault” insurance program that provides benefits to employees who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses.  An injured employee will receive benefits regardless of who was at fault.

Sometimes there is a dispute of whether the injury/illness was considered work-related.  There may also be a dispute as to the type and extent of medical treatment, and/or the payment of temporary disability benefits.  At this time it is wise to seek legal representation, wherein an attorney will file a Claim Petition on your behalf and fight for your rights.

Occupational Exposure is a work-related disease or illness.  This can be caused from breathing in harmful chemicals, mold, etc.  It can also be an injury caused by a repetitive motion, such as carpal tunnel syndrome.