Hurt on the job? Our NJ workers compensation attorneys help you recover medical treatment, lost wages, and permanent disability benefits — with no upfront fees and a free case review.
$24M+
Recovered for clients
25+
Years Experience
1,000+
Cases Handled
$24M+
Recovered for Clients
Free
Consultation
Why Choose Us
When a workplace injury disrupts your life, you need more than a general practice lawyer — you need a New Jersey workers compensation attorney who knows the system inside and out. At the Law Offices of Kaplan & Kaplan, P.C., we focus exclusively on helping injured workers and accident victims across the state get every benefit the law allows.
1We represent injured employees — not insurance companies or employers. That focus means we understand NJ Division of Workers' Compensation procedures, medical treatment rules, and how to push back when benefits are delayed or denied.
2From filing your initial claim to hearings before the Division of Workers' Compensation and appeals, we stand beside you. We negotiate with insurers, gather medical evidence, and fight for maximum temporary and permanent disability awards.
3You pay nothing unless we recover benefits or a settlement for you. We offer 100% free consultations so you can understand your rights before making any decision.
4Workers' comp cases can take months or years. Our team keeps you informed, helps coordinate medical appointments, and answers your questions so you can focus on healing.
Experience
For more than 25 years, Kaplan & Kaplan has represented factory workers, nurses, construction laborers, warehouse employees, office workers, and drivers throughout New Jersey — from Passaic and Bergen counties to the Jersey Shore and South Jersey.
Our clients come to us after falls, repetitive stress injuries, machinery accidents, exposure claims, and injuries aggravated by work. Many are facing denied claims, delayed medical treatment, or pressure to return to work before they are ready. We step in, protect their rights, and pursue the benefits they earned.
Ken Kaplan, Esq. — a New Jersey Super Lawyers honoree — leads a firm built on the legacy of Bernard Kaplan, who spent decades fighting for injured workers. That same commitment drives every case we take today.
Overview
Workers' compensation is a no-fault insurance program required for nearly all New Jersey employers. When you are hurt or become ill because of your job, this system is designed to provide medical treatment and wage-replacement benefits without you having to prove your employer was negligent.
In exchange, workers' compensation is generally your exclusive remedy against your employer for job-related injuries — meaning you typically cannot sue your employer in civil court for the same injury. However, if a third party (such as a contractor, property owner, or equipment manufacturer) contributed to your accident, you may have additional claims beyond workers' comp.
Coverage begins from the moment you are hired. Benefits can include payment for authorized medical care, temporary disability while you cannot work, permanent disability for lasting impairment, and death/dependency benefits for surviving family members in tragic cases.
Trusted NJ workers compensation representation
Your Rights
New Jersey law protects injured workers. Knowing these rights helps you act quickly and avoid mistakes that can hurt your claim.
You have the right to report a work injury and file a workers' compensation claim. NJ law prohibits employers from firing or punishing you for exercising that right.
You are entitled to necessary and reasonable medical care for your work injury. Your employer or their insurance carrier must provide treatment — though they may initially direct you to an employer-authorized physician.
If your injury prevents you from working, you may receive temporary total disability benefits — generally 70% of your average weekly wage, subject to state minimums and maximums set each year.
If your claim is denied or benefits are cut off, you can file a formal petition with the NJ Division of Workers' Compensation and request a hearing before a judge of compensation.
You may hire a workers compensation lawyer in New Jersey at any stage. Attorney fees in workers' comp cases are typically set by the court and paid from awarded benefits — not out of your pocket upfront.
After treatment ends or you reach maximum medical improvement, you may be entitled to a permanent partial or total disability award based on the lasting impact of your injury.
Benefits
Every case is different, but most injured workers in NJ may be eligible for one or more of the following benefit categories:
Covers hospital visits, surgery, physical therapy, prescriptions, medical devices, and other authorized treatment related to your work injury.
Wage replacement while you are unable to work and under active medical care. Paid weekly after a waiting period, up to statutory maximums.
May apply when you return to work at reduced hours or lighter duty and earn less than before the injury.
Compensation for permanent impairment after treatment ends — based on medical evidence, functional loss, and NJ scheduled loss guidelines.
For workers who cannot return to any gainful employment due to the work injury. Can provide ongoing weekly benefits.
Funeral expenses and ongoing support for qualifying dependents when a worker dies from a job-related injury or illness.
Free Consultation
No fee unless we win. Get answers about your NJ claim in a free case review.
Injuries
Our firm handles the full range of work-related injuries seen across NJ industries:
Causes
According to OSHA and BLS data, the leading causes of serious workplace injuries nationwide — and in New Jersey's manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and construction sectors — include falls, being struck by objects, machinery incidents, overexertion, and transportation accidents.
Employers have a duty to maintain safe workplaces under NJ workers' compensation and OSHA standards. When safety rules are ignored, injuries happen — but fault usually does not determine your eligibility for benefits. What matters is that the injury arose out of and in the course of your employment.
If negligence by a third party contributed to your accident, we evaluate whether a separate personal injury claim may provide additional compensation beyond workers' comp benefits.
Our Process
You did your job. Now your employer and their insurer should do theirs. We make sure that happens.
We review how your injury happened, what treatment you have received, and whether your claim was accepted or denied — at no cost.
We help file or formalize your claim, gather medical records, and ensure deadlines are met so your rights stay protected.
We push for authorized treatment, challenge improper denials, and fight cut-offs of temporary disability payments.
We represent you before NJ compensation judges, negotiate lump-sum settlements when appropriate, and maximize permanent disability awards.
Explore our practice areas or contact us for a free consultation with a workers compensation lawyer in New Jersey.
Results
We measure success by the benefits our clients receive — not billable hours. While every case depends on its facts, our track record speaks to the level of advocacy we bring:
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is evaluated on its own facts.
Get Started
Don't navigate the system alone. Kaplan & Kaplan offers free consultations, serves clients statewide from our North Haledon office, and fights for maximum benefits — with no fee unless we win.
Real Stories, Real Results
FAQ
Answers to common questions from injured workers across NJ.
Workers' compensation is a state-mandated, no-fault insurance program that provides medical treatment and wage-replacement benefits to employees injured on the job. In New Jersey, most employers must carry this coverage. You generally do not need to prove the employer was at fault to receive benefits.
You should notify your employer as soon as possible — ideally immediately or within days. NJ law allows up to 90 days to give notice, and the statute of limitations for filing a formal petition is generally two years from the date of injury or last benefit payment. Delays can give insurers grounds to dispute your claim, so act quickly.
You are not required to hire an attorney, but workers' comp insurers have experienced adjusters and lawyers working for them. An experienced NJ workers compensation attorney helps level the field — especially for denied claims, serious injuries, or cases heading to a formal hearing.
We offer 100% free consultations and charge no upfront fees. In workers' compensation cases, attorney fees are typically approved by the court and paid from benefits recovered — you do not pay out of pocket to get started.
In most cases, your employer or their insurance carrier selects the authorized treating physician after the initial visit. You may petition to change doctors if treatment is inadequate or disputes arise. Emergency care is an exception — seek treatment first, then notify your employer.
A denial is not the end of your case. You can file a Claim Petition with the NJ Division of Workers' Compensation and request a hearing. We regularly take over denied or stalled claims and fight to get benefits reinstated.
Generally, workers' compensation is your exclusive remedy against your employer for job-related injuries. However, if a third party — such as a negligent contractor, property owner, or product manufacturer — caused or contributed to your injury, you may have a separate personal injury lawsuit in addition to workers' comp benefits.
Depending on your injury, you may receive medical benefits, temporary disability while unable to work, permanent partial or total disability awards, vocational rehabilitation, and in fatal cases, death benefits for dependents. The exact amount depends on your wages, medical evidence, and the severity of your impairment.
Still have questions about your claim?
Our NJ workers comp attorneys are here to help — free consultation.
Send us a message →Office
810 Belmont Avenue Suite 201, North Haledon, NJ 07508
