Badges Don't Make Employees

Sanger v. Next Level Business Services — A Cautionary Tale for Gig-Economy Workers

$7M Settlement Changes Everything

NJ's Landmark Workers' Comp Victory for 1,000+ Delivery Drivers

Roundup Justice: Workers Negotiate a Settlement

Monsanto's Landmark Roundup Settlement — What It Means for Workers and Their Families - $7.25 Billion Dollars

Healthcare Costs Crush Workers' Compensation

The cost of medical treatment is not just rising — it is accelerating. And nowhere is this felt more sharply than in the workers' compensation system, where medical payments now constitute a dominant and growing share of every claim. What was a slow-burning crisis a decade ago has become an urgent structural challenge for employers, insurers, policymakers, and injured workers alike.

NJ Workers' Compensation: Major Changes Ahead

NJ Workers' Compensation-related bills introduced January 13, 2026 - Currently in committee review

Chemical Glove Selection is Critical

How Proper Hand Protection Impacts Workers' Compensation Benefits

AIG Remains in Workers' Compensation

The 2012 Prediction That Didn't Come True

Older Drivers: Fatal Crash Risks

Workers age 55 and older who drive as part of their jobs face a troubling reality: they are twice as likely to die in work-related crashes compared to their younger colleagues. This sobering statistic has profound implications for workers' compensation systems nationwide as America's workforce continues to age.

Sleep, Pain, and Hospital Workers

The Hidden Epidemic Driving Workers' Compensation Claims

Winter Storm Workers' Compensation Guide

Winter storms pose significant dangers for workers across all industries. As temperatures drop and snow accumulates, the workplace becomes a minefield of potential hazards that can result in serious injuries and costly workers' compensation claims.

Misclassification Threatens Workers' Rights

How Employee Classification Errors Compromise Workers' Compensation Protection

Health Reimbursement Rules Impact Claims

How IRS Coverage Mandates Affect Workers' Compensation Costs in 2026.

NJ's Judicial Staffing Revolution

How Senate Bill S2290 Secures Workers' Compensation System Continuity Under New Leadership

Outdoor Bans Reshape Worker Claims

How Smoke-Free Outdoor Spaces Are Transforming Workers' Compensation Law

Workers' Compensation Gets Modernized

Governor Murphy Signs Historic Update to 70-Year-Old Board and Lodging Valuation Law

Sherrill's Win Locks In Worker Protections

Under the Democratic leadership of Governor Phil Murphy, New Jersey began a distinct, liberalizing shift in the application of its Workers' Compensation statute. Rather than a total systemic overhaul, the Murphy administration enacted targeted legislation that expanded coverage and lowered the burden of proof for key segments of the workforce.

Amazon's Misclassification Strips Workers' Safety Net

When a back injury should mean temporary disability benefits, but instead means choosing between rent and recovery—that's the hidden cost of worker misclassification. New Jersey's recent lawsuit against Amazon exposes how labeling employees as independent contractors strips away critical workers' compensation protections, leaving injured workers financially vulnerable during their most precarious moments.

Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Long COVID

 New Jersey Workers' Compensation Benefits for Long COVID: A Comprehensive Update

Understanding Your Rights Under New Jersey's Enhanced Protections for Essential Workers

NJ's Minimum Wage Climbs Higher

 Garden State Workers to See $15.92 Hourly Rate in 2026

New Jersey's minimum wage landscape is undergoing another change. Starting January 1, 2026, most employees across the Garden State will see their minimum hourly wage increase to $15.92, marking a $0.43 jump from the current rate. This announcement from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development continues the state's commitment to ensuring workers receive a livable wage.

NJ Fights Worker Misclassification

Worker misclassification has become a significant battleground in New Jersey, with state labor officials taking increasingly aggressive action against employers who improperly classify employees as independent contractors. Recent enforcement actions demonstrate the state's commitment to protecting workers' rights and ensuring access to crucial benefits.