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Advantages of Telemedicine in Workers’ Compensation

By on September 28, 2018 in NJ Workers' Comp, Other with 0 Comments

Does telemedicine have a place in workers’ compensation?  This practitioner was undecided on this question until a week ago when participating in a conference devoted to the benefits of using telemedicine in workers’ compensation. The presentation was offered by Concentra, and it made a strong case for telemedicine as a useful adjunct to workers’ compensation […]

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Workers’ Compensation Injury Leads to Indefinite Suspension On Account Of Refusal Of Injured Worker To Submit to Medical Marijuana Drug Testing

By on September 19, 2018 in Court Rulings, NJ Workers' Comp with 0 Comments

Daniel Cotto worked as a forklift operator at Ardagh Glass in Bridgeton, N.J.  On November 1, 2016, Cotto hit his head on the roof of a forklift at work.  He was advised to see Premier Orthopedics in Vineland, N.J. for a medical examination, and a Premier Orthopedics doctor placed Cotto on light duty work with […]

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Full Salary Provisions Under New Jersey Workers’ Compensation

Employees who are out of work due to work injuries or illnesses are eligible for temporary disability benefits at a rate of 70% of wages subject to an annual maximum.  In 2018 that maximum is $903 per week.  That means that the employee who earns $2,000 per week or even $20,000 per week is limited […]

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The Two Minimum Rates in New Jersey Workers’ Compensation

Everyone knows that New Jersey has a minimum rate for temporary disability benefits, but it is not as widely understood that New Jersey also has a minimum rate for permanency.  In 2018 the minimum rate for temporary disability benefits is $241 per week.  But the minimum rate for permanency remains $35 per week, as it […]

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