New Jersey Worker's Compensation Claims
Persons exposed to asbestos products in the workplace also need to know that important time and notice requirements apply regarding workers' compensation claims.

Claims generally must be filed within two years of when a worker was injuriously exposed to asbestos or other toxic substances at work or within two years of when the worker first knew or should have known he or she had a disease or condition caused by work exposure or within two years of when the worker last received workers' compensation benefits for the same problem. In addition, there are also strict notice requirements that the employer be notified of the work-related illness within 90 days if the worker is still exposed and five months if no longer exposed. The notice and time limitation rules are complicated, and discussion of all the implications of these rules and exceptions to these rules is beyond the scope of this web page. Accordingly, if you are interested in bringing a workers' compensation claim, you must seek appropriate legal advice at once.