New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Death Claim Attorneys
There are more workplace fatalities than many of us would like to think. There is a long list of ways a worker can be killed in an accident, and these events happen with unfortunate regularity. Whether you are the spouse, child, or other dependent of someone who suffered this tragic outcome, our office is here to help. Daniel Santarsiero, Esq. has over 30 years of experience helping families get the compensation that is rightfully theirs as they move forward in rebuilding their lives.
Schedule a free consultationwith our accidental death lawyer by calling (934) 200-5372. We serve Ocean, Monmouth, and Middlesex Counties and throughout all of New Jersey.
Common Types of Accidental Deaths in the Workplace
New Jersey has a high population density and more commercial activity than most states. The unfortunate side effect of that vibrancy is that we also have a larger percentage of the national workplace deaths. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that approximately 5,000 workers are killed in accidents in private industry almost every year.
Statistics demonstrate that certain risks and factors result in deaths more frequently than others, and the largest percentage of fatalities are caused by some form of construction accident.
The most common ways accidental death happens within the scope of employment include:
Why Choose Daniel Santarsiero NJ Workers' Compensation Lawyer? Our Commitment to Your Recovery
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At Daniel Santarsiero NJ Workers' Compensation Lawyer, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"Hard Work & Dedication"Very professional and hardworking group of lawyers. They work hard to get you the best outcome for your cases. Excellent customer service and always current and prompt with material that relates to your case.- Zalana K.
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"Definitely Recommend!"I would have never been able to navigate all the twists and turns of the process. Thanks to Dan everything was 100% successful. I highly, highly recommend Dan.- Russ D.
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"The Best Results!"He resolved any concerns and concluded the case within a reasonable amount of time with positive results.- Stephen C.
Available Death Benefits in New Jersey
The compensation survivors can receive includes the following:
- Death benefits for dependents: These generally include weekly payments based on a percentage of the deceased worker’s wages.
- Funeral expenses: New Jersey Worker's Compensation law also covers funeral expenses for workers who die from work-related incidents. The amount provided for funeral costs is capped at a specific limit set by law.
- Surviving spouse benefits: A surviving spouse is eligible for benefits until they remarry or until their death. The benefit amount is calculated as a portion of the deceased worker’s average weekly earnings.
- Child dependency benefits: Children of the deceased worker are eligible for benefits until they reach the age of 18. It can be longer if they are full-time students or disabled.
About New Jersey Worker's Compensation Lawyer
It is important to have a New Jersey workers compensation attorney review your claim as soon as possible to see that you are being treated fairly and to ensure that you receive full compensation for your injuries. Our injury attorneys do not charge a fee unless we make a recovery on your behalf.
Accidental Death Attorneys in New Jersey
It will likely be necessary to file a formal claim petition with the deceased’s employers’ workers' compensation insurance carrier. Accidental death claims often involve payments made over a long period of time. It’s our experience, unfortunately, that insurance carriers often need to be put under pressure to pay out benefits to the maximum degree allowable by law. We’re here to apply the needed pressure.
To discuss the specifics of your situation, call us at (934) 200-5372 or reach out here online to set up a free consultation. If you choose to retain our firm, we will represent you on a contingency basis, which means that we will not charge any legal fees unless we make a recovery on your behalf.