Legal Question in Workers Comp in New Jersey
Compensation amount in NJ
I received a crush injury to my right hand on 11-21-06 and have not worked since. No broken bones just extensive soft tissue damage, a surgical trigger finger release of my thumb and 2 months of physical therapy and arthritis for the rest of my life. The accident was not my fault. It was undermaintained equipment that the employer knew was malfunctioning. I work as a mechanic and am right handed. How much can I expect to get from workers comp for a final pay out for permanant injury? I am not planing on filling a seperate suit against the employer at this time. I will be able to return to work close to 100% moveablity but the pain and numbness the workers comp Dr. is unsure of. I did receive the max per week from NJ worker's comp insurance and they paid all medical bills thus far. I am just concerned after I go back to work and if I will see anything for all the pain and BS from the past 5 months.
4 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Compensation amount in NJ
I agree with the other two attorneys. You need to sit down with an attorney and go over the details. Then, you may even need another exam.
My initial consultations are always free, so call me at 732/247/3340 to discuss your case.
Re: Compensation amount in NJ
Sir: I feel that I would have no problem at all getting a permanent disability award for you under the facts that you have described. I am an attorney whose practice concentrates heavily on workers compensation cases, and have handled hundreds of them successfully in various workers compensation courts throughout New Jersey. You may also have a third party claim against the machine manufacturer of the machine that injured you. Please contact me to discuss your case and what I can do to help you. I never charge for simply talking to a person about their case. Thank you.
Sincerely yours, -Ronald Aronds, Esq.-
www.njworkerscompensationlaw.com
Re: Compensation amount in NJ
it is very difficult to answer this question without the benefit of a medical exam which wouled fix your degree of permanency and the part of your body in play. Please do yourself a favor and get an attny. You need an experienced lawyer to deal with the permanency issue
Re: Compensation amount in NJ
Worker's comp has three type of benefits; medical, temporary and permanancy benefits. Your employer should cover all medical and pay you temporary until your doctor discharges you from treatment or says you are ready to return to work. Permanancy is based upon a combination of your wage rate and the level of permanent injury that you suffered. Usually the employer through their carier will admit to a small amount, but it is advised to have an attorney in order to maximize the recovery. It is hard to say how much you would recover without knowing your wage rate or having an exam; but it is based upon the percentage of disability or the hand and arm in this case.
You may also have a case against the employer or the manufacturer of the machine which would allow a much greater recovery. The best wat ot make this determination is to speak to an attorney who specializes in these areas.
our firm handles comp and all product claims. Please feel free to call me to discuss this if you wish at 800-34-NJ LAW.
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