A workplace injury in Berkeley can leave you facing lost income, mounting medical costs, and an insurance company that is anything but on your side. Our New Jersey injury team levels the playing field and fights for what you are genuinely owed.
If you were hurt on the job in New Jersey, you're generally entitled to workers' compensation benefits — medical treatment and wage replacement — no matter who was at fault. But employers and their insurers don't always pay what they should.
We make sure your injury is properly documented, your benefits aren't cut short, and — where someone other than your employer caused your injury — we pursue a separate third-party claim for the full damages comp doesn't cover.
Whether your injury happened at a business, a job site, or a private property in Berkeley, the same principle applies: the people responsible should answer for the harm they caused. We know how these cases play out in Ocean County.
From the first phone call to the final check, you work directly with our attorneys — not a call center — and we come to you anywhere in Berkeley.
What New Jersey law means for your workers' compensation claim
Report it promptly
Notify your employer of a work injury as soon as possible. New Jersey law sets strict notice windows, and delay can jeopardize benefits.
What benefits cover
New Jersey workers' comp covers authorized medical treatment and temporary disability benefits (a portion of your average weekly wage) while you recover.
Third-party claims
If a defective machine or a negligent contractor caused your injury, you may have a separate lawsuit on top of workers' comp.
This page is attorney advertising and general information, not legal advice. Every case is unique — contact us for a free evaluation of yours.
Frequently asked questions
Do you handle workplace injury cases in Berkeley?
Yes. Thrive Legal represents workplace injury victims throughout Berkeley and the rest of Ocean County. Injury matters here are typically handled through the Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage, in Toms River. Your consultation is always free, and there is no fee unless we win.
Can I be fired for filing a workers' comp claim in New Jersey?
No. New Jersey law prohibits retaliation against employees for filing a legitimate workers' compensation claim.
Do I get to pick my own doctor?
In New Jersey, the employer or its insurer generally controls authorized treatment. We help you fight for the care you actually need.
Can I sue in addition to workers' comp?
Sometimes. If a third party caused your injury, you may have a separate claim for damages comp doesn't pay. We evaluate both.