Although there is an increase in remote work currently, it’s crucial to bear in mind that numerous occupations still necessitate employees to be physically present at the workplace. The United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends employers take extra precautions to ensure worker safety... read more
Running a business in New Jersey in these competitive times can be fraught with risk. This is not only due to outside forces such as competition and market fluctuations, but also internally, by employees who may file a fraudulent claim for workers’ compensation. The question becomes: Is the claim... read more
The Occupational Safety and Hazard Administration (OSHA) can make a routine stop at any time and decide to conduct an inspection. If an inspection uncovers an OSHA violation, it can come with hefty fines that can cripple a small business. How can New Jersey businesses protect themselves from such... read more
Now more than ever, if your New Jersey business runs afoul of OSHA safety regulations, you will likely be cited for violations that you must remedy to ensure a safe workplace. Beyond employee safety, which should always come first, a citation could impact your business if the violation is... read more
At Weiner Law Group, LLP, one of the most common problems we encounter with New Jersey workers’ compensation cases is the tendency for injured workers to act hurriedly due to a misapprehension of the statute of limitations. This sometimes leads injured individuals to attempt to pursue the costliest therapies... read more
Workers’ compensation laws offer qualifying employees benefits in the event of injury. In some cases, the law is relatively clear. Workers that fall while on the job, may qualify for workers’ comp benefits. Those that are injured by equipment while on the job will likely qualify for benefits. But... read more
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