Gonzalez, Tullio & Blache, LLC
New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Fighting for Injured Workers
Injured at Work? You Have Rights—We Help You Enforce Them
If you were hurt on the job in New Jersey, you are likely entitled to workers’ compensation benefits—regardless of who caused the accident. Unfortunately, many injured workers face delays, denials, or pressure to return to work before they’re ready. Gonzalez, Tullio & Blache, protects your rights, handles the insurance company, and works to secure every benefit you’re owed so you can focus on healing.
How Workers’ Compensation Works in New Jersey
Nearly all New Jersey employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. If you’re injured at work, the system provides no-fault benefits, meaning you don’t have to prove your employer did anything wrong.
Benefits may include:
- Medical treatment paid for by Workers' Compensation (with authorized providers).
- Temporary disability benefits equal to about 70% of your average weekly wage while you’re unable to work.
- Permanent disability benefits if your injury causes lasting impairment.
- Death benefits for families after a
fatal work-related injury.
Why Workers’ Compensation Claims Get Denied or Delayed
Even though the system is supposed to protect workers, problems are common:
- Claims denied because the employer disputes that the injury was work-related.
- Delays in approving surgery, MRIs, or specialist care.
- Pressure to return to work too soon.
- Doctors minimizing injuries to reduce payouts.
- Checks arriving late—or not at all.
If your claim is denied, delayed, or undervalued, having a lawyer can make the difference between struggling and getting proper care.
How Our Workers’ Compensation Attorneys Help
Securing Proper Medical Care
If the Workers' Compensation doctor downplays your injury, we fight for fair evaluations and appropriate treatment.
Maximizing Disability Benefits
We ensure your injury is properly rated so you receive the full permanent disability benefits you deserve.
Negotiating Settlements
When appropriate, we negotiate resolutions so you can move forward with certainty.
Injured at Work—but Someone Else Was Responsible?
In some cases, you may have both a workers’ compensation claim and a separate personal injury lawsuit. This can happen if:
- You were driving for work and hit by another vehicle.
- A subcontractor caused your injury on a job site.
- Defective equipment or unsafe property caused the accident.
These third-party claims can provide additional compensation beyond workers’ comp.
Common Questions About NJ Workers’ Compensation
What benefits do you get from workers’ comp in NJ?
Authorized Medical Care, Temporary Disabilty Benefits while you’re out of work, and permanent disability payments if applicable.
Why is my workers’ comp claim taking so long?
Insurance delays are common. We push the process forward through motions and hearings when necessary.
Can I sue my employer for a work injury?
Usually no—but you may sue a third party if someone other than your employer caused the injury.
Can my employer fire me for filing a claim?
No. Retaliation for filing workers’ comp is illegal in New Jersey.
Do I need a lawyer for workers’ comp?
If your claim is denied, delayed, or undervalued—or if you’re pushed back to work too soon—a lawyer is strongly recommended.
What It Costs to Hire a Workers’ Comp Lawyer
You pay no upfront fees. Attorney fees in NJ Workers' Compensation cases are strictly regulated by law and usually approved by a judge. Our fee typically comes as a small percentage of the benefits we secure for you—meaning you don’t pay out of pocket.
Our Commitment to Injured Workers
We understand the stress of being hurt, out of work, and dealing with insurance pressure. Our team takes that burden off your shoulders. We protect your job rights, fight for your medical care, and pursue the full benefits you’re entitled to—nothing less.
