A job injury can result in missed work and unneeded financial stress. If you filed for workers\u2019 compensation in New Jersey and were denied, do not lose hope. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
An experienced workers’ compensation attorney in New Jersey<\/a> can review your case and determine if you should file an appeal. Depending on the facts of your case, there are two types of appeal claims you can file: informal and formal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your workers\u2019 comp application is denied, you can file a\nformal appeal claim with the New Jersey Division of Workers\u2019 Compensation. Six\nmonths after you file, you must attend a hearing before a judge. During this time,\nyou will have the opportunity to testify and present evidence in court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You must file your appeals claim within two years from the\ndate of your injury. You can download the paperwork from the Department\nof Labor and Workforce Development.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Should you wish to avoid the formal process, court, etc.,\nyou can request an informal hearing before a worker\u2019s compensation judge. You\ncan file your application online with the Department\nof Labor and Workforce Development<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Since the claim is informal, the judge will make\nrecommendations about your case, but will not make any formal judgment.\nSometimes, filing an informal claim is enough to resolve issues regarding\ndisability benefits or medical care. Also, you can file a formal claim if your\ninformal hearing fails to resolve your workers\u2019 comp appeals case. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike formal hearings that involve testifying and\npresenting evidence in court before a judge, informal hearings are less\ninvolved. Informal hearings are similar to mediation in that they cost less,\ntake less time, and involve resolving issues through discourse. Lastly, in a\nformal hearing, the judge\u2019s decision is final, while in an informal hearing,\nthe judge can only offer suggestions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you are injured on the job, you have a right to\nreceive the workers\u2019 compensation benefits you need to maintain your financial\nstability and recover from your injury. If your claim is denied, it is\nessential to seek legal representation so you can appeal the denial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At Kreizer Law, we are committed to helping injured workers recover compensation. Whether you need help filing for workers comp, or appealing a denied application, you can trust us to advocate for your rights. If your claim was denied, we can guide you through each step of the appeals process. <\/p>\n\n\n\nFormal claim<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Informal claim <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Difference between informal and\nformal claims<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Contact experienced workers compensation attorneys in NJ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n