CAN I BE FIRED FOR MAKING A CLAIM? If you are hurt while at work or on the job can your employer fire you or harass you for making a claim for workers' compensation benefits? The answer under New Jersey Law is clearly NO. You have a legal right to collect workers' compensation benefits such as temporary pay while you are disabled and a money damages award for permanent disability after you have finished your treatment. These rights are fully protected under New Jersey Law. Your employer may not fire you in retaliation for seeking those benefits. It is important for you to know, however, that an employer usually does have the right to replace you if you are physically unable to do your job, even if you were hurt at work. Under certain circumstances, you may have the right to insist that your employer make reasonable accommodations for your disability, when you are ready to return to work. An experienced and competent attorney can advise you as to how the Disability Protection Statutes under State and Federal Law can protect you if you are an injured New Jersey worker. You can best protect your legal rights by consulting an experienced and competent attorney who handles workers' compensation cases. If you are interested in a free, no obligation consultation with a Certified Civil Trial Attorney call this number today - 732-363-0666. It is in your best interest to call an attorney as soon as possible after suffering your injury. There are many things an attorney must do to protect your interest which are best done quickly after the accident occurs. Again, for a completely free consultation concerning your work related injury, call today at 732-363-0666. |
