Many people mistakenly believe that if a work injury is their own fault they are not entitled to Workers’ Compensation benefits. This is simply not true. Under New Jersey Workers’ Compensation law, you do not have to prove fault to be entitled to benefits as long as an injury or illness arose out of and in the course of your employment. It should be noted that you are not entitled to benefits if your employer can show that you intentionally injured yourself.
Anytime your are injured at work, it is important to consult an attorney to learn your rights and responsibilities. We are always available to help guide you through this process and we provide free, no-obligation consultations.
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