0 0 Blog Watch today’s video where Elizabeth, New Jersey workers’ comp lawyer Bryan Mintz explains the important facts about workers’ compensation. Get helpful legal tips from an experienced Elizabeth, New Jersey workers’ comp lawyer. Bryan Mintz, Martin Mintz and the entire Mintz & Geftic team have a great deal of experience when it comes to workers’ comp cases. The Elizabeth, New Jersey workers’ comp lawyers at Mintz & Geftic fight for their clients every single day. We have represented clients from all different areas of labor, including truck drivers, union workers, construction workers, office workers, airline employees, factory workers and many others. The most common injuries that workers’ compensation benefits typically pay for include : Overexertion (excessive lifting, pulling, pushing, holding, carrying or throwing) Slip and Falls Being struck by an object (such as construction material falling from above). Bodily reactions (injury caused by bending, climbing, reaching, sitting, slipping, standing or tripping without falling). Being struck against an object (such as pushed into a door or wall). Motor vehicle accidents. Being caught in, under, or between equipment or objects. Assault by another person. Contact with extreme temperatures (for example, burns or frostbite). Elizabeth, New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Lawyers We give personal attention to all of our clients. If you or a loved one has been injured while working, call us today at 908-352-2323 or send us an email by clicking here to evaluate your case. Our workers’ compensation lawyers serve clients throughout New Jersey and New York, including the cities of Newark, Elizabeth, Jersey City, Hackensack, and Morris, Bergen, Hudson, Union and Middlesex counties. We have offices in Elizabeth, New Jersey and New York City. WE WILL FIGHT FOR YOU! 0 New JerseyvideoWorkers’ Compensation Related Posts New Jersey Hospital Safety Grades A national report card on hospital safety came out this week that all New Jersey residents should see. As one of New Jersey’s top medical malpractice law firms (see recent verdicts and settlements here) this report definitely caught the attention of our medical malpractice lawyers here at Mintz & Geftic. 0 0 0 27 Apr 2016 NJ Supreme Court: No Benefits for “Going and Coming” In the recent case of Hersh v. County of Morris, the New Jersey Supreme Court considered the issues of whether a plaintiff who was injured while crossing a public street as she walked from a private garage, where she had employer-paid parking, to her office a few blocks away was entitled to workers’ compensation benefits under the Workers’ Compensation Act. 0 0 0 15 Dec 2014 It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s a Manhole Cover? Here at Mintz & Geftic we usually try to blog about legal news that our clients and other readers might find valuable. Whether it’s information about workers’ compensation, motor-vehicle accidents, class action litigation or medical malpractice, a majority of our blog posts are typically law-related . However, this is not one of those posts. Since we have been Elizabeth’s neighborhood law firm for over 30 years, when a local news story is discussed nationwide, we like to chime in. Many of our local readers are well aware that Elizabeth experienced a couple of explosions this past Wednesday that caused two different manhole covers to… 0 0 0 27 Feb 2016 The New Jersey Insurance Fair Conduct Act (IFCA) Explained ******ATTN: Drivers****** You can click here to jump down the page and get right to the bottom-line of what this new law means for you. The New Jersey Insurance Fair Conduct Act (IFCA) The state legislature has passed a bill that will reshape insurance bad faith litigation in New Jersey going forward. Governor Murphy officially signed senate bill 1559 into law recently, which is titled The New Jersey Insurance Fair Conduct Act (IFCA). The Act establishes a private cause of action for claimants who are injured in a motor vehicle accident for insurance bad faith in the handling and payment of claims for… 4 0 4 16 Feb 2022 Top 10 Most Dangerous Jobs in New Jersey Elizabeth, New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Lawyers As the premier workers’ compensation lawyers in Elizabeth, New Jersey, we at Mintz & Geftic have been representing the hardworking men and women of New Jersey for over 25 years. In this time, our workers’ comp lawyers have represented clients from all different industries who have suffered from work-related injuries. This list includes construction workers, factory workers, truck drivers and many others that suffered some kind of personal injury while working. Who is at Risk? With all of our workers’ compensation experience, we can tell you that every single job contains some level of risk when it… 0 1 0 22 Jun 2016 $531,000 Settlement Obtained by Mintz & Geftic December 14, 2015 – On the eve of trial, Mintz & Geftic of Elizabeth negotiated a settlement of a lawsuit for $531,000. 0 0 0 14 Dec 2015 Beware of Purposely Making Misleading Statements In the recent Workers’ Compensation decision in Neglia v. Craft Carpentry & Drywall, a New Jersey Workers’ Compensation court held that a petitioner was not entitled to medical and temporary benefits where the Court determined that the petitioner purposely or knowingly made false or misleading statements in claiming compensation benefits. 0 0 0 16 Dec 2014 Traffic Fatalities Decline Nationally, but New Jersey Sees Alarming Increase In the first half of 2024, the United States experienced a slight decline in traffic-related fatalities, with a 3.2% decrease in fatalities compared to the same period in 2023, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Despite the nationwide drop, New Jersey has become a troubling outlier, recording a sharp increase in traffic deaths on its roads, raising concerns among state officials and safety experts alike. Rising Traffic Deaths in New Jersey As of September 2024, traffic fatalities in New Jersey have surged by 13.8% compared to traffic deaths over the same timeframe in 2023. State Police data reveal that 417 people… 0 0 0 06 Nov 2024 Bryan H. Mintz is on the 2017 New Jersey Super Lawyers List Mintz & Geftic of Elizabeth, New Jersey is pleased to announce that Bryan Mintz has been selected to the 2017 New Jersey Super Lawyers list. This is the fourth year in a row that Mr. Mintz has received this recognition. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. 0 0 0 31 Mar 2017 Memorial Day Weekend to be the Most Dangerous in Years? Cheap gas prices and a reasonably robust economic climate are among the reasons that the 2016 Memorial Day weekend is shaping up as one of the busiest—and most dangerous—holidays in recent years. (Brad Tuttle, money.com) As we begin this exciting Memorial Day weekend, many of us are looking forward to barbecues, pool parties or maybe even some time at the beach. For those of you planning to hit the New Jersey Turnpike , Garden State Parkway or other New Jersey roadways on this holiday weekend, there are some important things that drivers need to be aware of. As New Jersey’s car accident lawyers,… 0 0 0 27 May 2016 New Jersey Hospital Safety Grades A national report card on hospital safety came out this week that all New Jersey residents should see. As one of New Jersey’s top medical malpractice law firms (see recent verdicts and settlements here) this report definitely caught the attention of our medical malpractice lawyers here at Mintz & Geftic. 0 0 0 18 Aug 2017 Mintz & Geftic Secures $754,000 on Behalf of NJ PATH Worker After a five-day trial in Hudson County, Mintz & Geftic’s Bryan H. Mintz obtained a jury verdict against New Jersey PATH for work-related injuries suffered by his client. The NJ PATH worker tripped and fell while carrying a bridgeplate, which is used to bridge the gap between the train platform and the train. 0 0 0 21 Jun 2017 New Jersey E-Bike Law 2026: What Riders and Parents Need to Know New Jersey’s new e-bike requirements go into effect on July 19, 2026, and riders, parents, and families should understand what is changing before getting on the road. The new rules affect licensing, age requirements, registration, insurance, and legal compliance for certain electric bicycles and motorized bicycles. Because different types of e-bikes may be treated differently under New Jersey law, riders should confirm how their specific bike is classified before assuming they are compliant. Quick Answer: What is changing under New Jersey’s e-bike law? Starting July 19, 2026, New Jersey e-bike riders must follow new statewide rules involving age, licensing, registration, and insurance. Riders must… 2 0 2 24 Jun 2026 $4.1 Million Settlement for Defective Product $4.1 million settlement involving a construction accident with a related defective product case. (with co-counsel, Essex County, New Jersey). 0 0 0 23 Jul 2015 Valentine’s Day Lawsuits Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, And Valentine’s Day is a Time People Sue Valentine’s Day is a day when many people like to share their love. Whether it’s with a significant other, their children or a good friend, people often exchange warm greetings, card and sometimes gifts. Of course, to a number of husbands and boyfriends out there, the day also represents another mark on the calendar that can ultimately lead to the doghouse if not handled properly. Regardless of how we feel about this “Hallmark Holiday”, as Americans it represents a traditional way for us to contribute to the economy and benefit… 0 0 0 13 Feb 2016 Leave a comment Cancel replyYou must be logged in to post a comment.
