Everyone deserves a safe workplace, even in inherently risky industries like construction, manufacturing, or cargo handling at ports. Workplace accidents can happen anywhere, though, even in white-collar jobs, such as developing an occupational illness like carpal tunnel syndrome or slipping and falling down the stairs. Our Carteret, NJ workers’ compensation lawyer helps injured employees like you file workers’ comp claims, appeal denied claims, and ensure you receive all the benefits available under New Jersey law. If you’re having problems getting your valid claim approved, we can help. Call Rispoli & Borneo P.C. today for a case review.
Workers Compensation Lawyer Carteret, NJ
If you’ve been hurt on the job, your first priority should always be your safety and health. Getting medical care promptly gives you the best chance for a full recovery, so be sure to visit your employer-approved doctor right away. Under New Jersey law, your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance should cover all necessary treatment, although this treatment may be limited to a select medical center or doctor. To make sure you get the care you need (and it’s covered), you need to report your injury to your supervisor and visit an employer-approved care center. From there, your employer can help you complete the paperwork for your benefits.
Unfortunately, not every injured employee has a smooth experience getting workers’ comp. Sometimes employers delay paperwork or claim the accident was your fault, leaving you without coverage. If you run into obstacles like these, if the insurance company denies your claim, or if your employer should legally have workers’ compensation coverage but doesn’t, talk to our Carteret workers’ compensation lawyer about your options.
Our lawyers review your workplace accident or illness and determine if you are eligible for benefits. We help you get claims approved or appeal if they are denied or reduced. We draft the appeal and present it for you. We can also negotiate with the insurance company to cover your medical care and follow-up treatment, such as physical therapy. This allows you to heal and return to work healthy.
Why Our Experience Matters in Workers’ Compensation Claims
When a claim is denied or reduced, it can impede your recovery. You may not be able to pay for the treatment you need on your own, and by law, the insurance company is responsible for not just the immediate care, but any other treatments and therapies you need to regain your abilities. Our Carteret workers’ compensation lawyer can appeal denied claims and make sure your employer meets their obligations. We have a high success rate of winning appeals of denied and minimized claims, and bring decades of combined experience to the table.
- Managing partner and firm co-founder Michael C. Borneo graduated from the George Washington School of Law with honors
- Vincent S. Rispoli, Jr., Esq. Of Counsel, served as an Assistant Prosecutor, Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, Patterson, New Jersey
- Mr. Borneo is a member in good standing of the Justice James H. Coleman, Jr. New Jersey Workers’ Compensation American Inn of Court
- Our firm was founded in 1994, with a focus on helping injured workers secure fair benefits
How can we help you with your workers’ compensation matter? Please contact Rispoli & Borneo P.C. to get started.