Legal Question in Personal Injury in New Jersey

I injuried my wrist at work and tore a tendin.It is my dominant hand and job is labor intensive.I went out of work on workers comp and had surjury.Had therapy for 9 weeks and i am ceruntly back at work.I was adviced by a colleague that i should contact a lawyer and sue.How much should i exspect to recieve in a settlement in the state of nj?

Asked on 3/01/11, 2:31 pm

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Stuart DiMartini Law Offices of Stuart DiMartini

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From the information provided, it is impossible to determine whether a third-party other than your employer is at fault for your accident. If there is none, you may be limited to workers compensation, since generally you cannot sue your employer for negligence.

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Answered on 3/01/11, 2:43 pm

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Michael Zerres Blume Forte Fried Zerres & Molinari

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Thank you for your inquiry. We would need some additional information in order to determine if a 3rd party claim is viable. If not, we may still be able to refer you to a worker's compensation attorney if needed. This firm has handled thousands of work related accident claims. Please click on my name below for our firm's contact information in New Jersey; and call me or any of our attorneys to discuss your potential claim. I look forward to speaking with you; and we will assist you in whatever way we can.

Answered on 3/02/11, 5:05 am

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