New Jersey
NJWorkers' Compensation Quick Reference
Report to Employer
Within 14 days
14 days from injury
File WC Claim
2 years
2 years from injury or last payment
TTD Benefit Rate
70.00% of AWW
70% of AWW
Max Weekly Benefit
$1,131
TTD cap
Waiting Period
7 days
Before benefits begin
Retroactive After
7 days
Waiting period paid back if disabled longer
Can You Sue Your Employer?
Exclusive remedy â cannot sue employer in most cases.
Even if you can't sue your employer, you may be able to sue a third party â equipment manufacturers, property owners, other contractors. Learn more about third-party claims â
Official WC Board
NJ Division of Workers' Compensation
https://www.nj.gov/labor/workerscompensation/ âFile complaints, check claim status, and access forms at the official state WC board website.
Calculate Your New Jersey Benefits
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Impairment Rating Value â
What does your impairment rating mean in dollars?
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