Workplace Injuries
Fighting for the Rights of Injured Workers in New Jersey
To get a fair result in your claim following a work related accident, you need to hire an experienced lawyer who understands the workers' compensation process, can handle a related personal injury claim, and understands the medical aspects of your injury. At Francis X. Dorrity & Associates Law Offices, we know how to prepare your claim to present the complete medical picture of your injuries and get the best possible Award from the Court.
From our Jersey City office, we represent people seriously injured or the families of those killed in work related accident throughout the states of New Jersey and New York. We accept many serious and fatal work injury claims and are not afraid to take on even the most complex cases.
Workers' Compensation — Help for Injured Workers
The workers' compensation system is designed to help people injured at work - these benefits are available to workers regardless of fault. As long as you were injured at work, you may be eligible for these benefits:
- Medical benefits
- Temporary total benefits
- Permanent partial benefits
- Permanent total benefits
We rarely accept the first settlement offer provided by an insurance company - Workers' compensation claims are frequently undervalued. To maximize your award, we will not hesitate to hire competent medical experts to evaluate, document, and support the full extent of your injuries.
Third Party Personal Injury Claims — In Addition to Workers' Compensation
Besides your workers' compensation claim, you may also have a valid third party personal injury claim against others responsible for causing your work related injury. Many work environments are dangerous, especially construction sites and industrial plants. We have the experience necessary to advocate for your interests in both work-related and a personal injury claims - we have been representing the injured and disabled workers for over 35 years.
For more information about your workers' compensation or personal injury claim, contact an experienced attorney at Francis X. Dorrity & Associates Law Offices for a free consultation on your workplace injury case. Home and hospital visits arranged.
