Medical treatment
Necessary, reasonable care for a covered work injury can include treatment, prescriptions and hospitalization. The employer or insurer generally selects the treating provider.
Serving Morris and Sussex County, NJ
Morris County Workers’
Compensation Attorneys
Injured at work? Get guidance on medical care, lost wages and your next steps in New Jersey.
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Serving Morris County • Based in Succasunna, NJ
For injured workers in Morris County
Your recovery deserves
a clear path forward.
If you live or work in Morris County, a job-related injury can disrupt your health, your paycheck and your plans. Hollander helps you understand the benefits available under New Jersey law and the next steps in your claim.
New Jersey uses a no-fault workers’ compensation system for covered job-related injuries and illnesses. Eligibility turns on the connection to employment and the facts of the claim.
Income while you recover
Eligible workers disabled for more than seven days may receive temporary total disability benefits at 70% of average weekly wages, subject to New Jersey’s annual limits.
Lasting disability
A lasting impairment may qualify for permanent partial benefits. Permanent total benefits may apply when a work injury prevents gainful employment. Medical evidence and the extent of disability matter.
Support for dependents
Eligible dependents may receive death benefits when a worker dies from a job-related injury or illness.
“He kept me informed throughout the entire process, answered all my questions, and made sure I understood every step.”
Timo K
Google review excerptDifferent jobs. Shared concerns.
Work injuries take many forms.
Some injuries happen in an instant. Others develop over months of repeated work. These are examples to discuss with an attorney; being injured at work does not automatically establish coverage.
Construction & trade work
Falls from ladders or scaffolding, falling materials and equipment accidents.
Warehouses & manufacturing
Lifting injuries, machinery incidents and repetitive strain.
Driving for work
Collisions during deliveries, service visits and other job-related travel.
Healthcare & service work
Patient handling injuries, slips and falls, and workplace exposures.
Office & repetitive work
Back, neck and upper-extremity symptoms associated with job duties.
Occupational illness
Health conditions that may be linked to repeated workplace exposure.
After an injury
Start with the
next right step.
You do not need every answer before asking for help. Start with a record of the injury and the questions that are keeping you up at night.
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Report it promptly
Tell your supervisor or another person in authority and request medical treatment. Keep a record of when and how you reported the injury.
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Keep the details together
Save medical paperwork, restrictions, missed-work dates and correspondence. Note how your symptoms affect your usual duties.
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Get clarity on a dispute
Seek legal guidance if treatment is delayed, payments stop or you disagree with a decision. Do not let an unresolved conversation cause you to miss a filing deadline.
Looking at the whole picture
Workers’ compensation
and third-party claims.
Workers’ compensation generally replaces a civil damages claim against an employer, with a narrow intentional-act exception. An injury involving an outside party may raise a separate personal injury question.
New Jersey allows compensation insurers a credit against certain third-party recoveries. The claims need to be coordinated; you cannot assume both recoveries simply add together.
NJ guidance on third-party recoveries“John handled my case efficiently and quickly, explaining the process and what to expect along the way.”
Jen Demartino
Google review excerptSuccasunna · Morris County, NJ
Local guidance.
Close to the court.
Based in Succasunna, Hollander serves injured workers throughout Morris County. Our office is near the Mt. Arlington Workers’ Compensation Court, the state compensation court that serves Morris County.
When a claim involves a dispute over treatment, benefits or disability, we can help you understand the next steps and prepare for the process.
Answers to common questions
Know where you stand.
Can I choose my own doctor?
In New Jersey, the employer or insurer generally directs treatment. Emergencies and inappropriate refusal of care can create exceptions. Get urgent care when needed and notify your employer promptly.
What if my claim is denied or treatment is delayed?
A denial can be challenged through New Jersey’s Division of Workers’ Compensation. Options include an informal hearing or formal claim petition. A motion for medical and temporary benefits may be appropriate when prompt relief is needed.
How long do I have to file?
A formal claim petition generally must be filed within two years of the injury or last payment of compensation, whichever is later. Authorized treatment counts as compensation. Occupational illness has a separate awareness-based rule. An informal hearing does not pause this deadline. Get advice promptly about your dates.
Does filing a claim guarantee my job?
New Jersey prohibits retaliation for claiming workers’ compensation benefits or testifying in a compensation matter. That protection is not a blanket guarantee of continued employment. Other employment protections depend on your circumstances.
What should I bring to a consultation?
Gather your accident report, treatment records, work restrictions, recent pay information and insurer correspondence. A short timeline of what happened and the names of witnesses can help organize the conversation.
New Jersey resources checked September 10, 2026
Benefits and treatment · Worker FAQs · Disputes and filing deadlines
General information, not legal advice for an individual claim. Eligibility, deadlines and available remedies depend on the facts.
Meet your attorney
John C. Vandenberg, III
Partner · Workers’ Compensation
John has practiced law since 1990, focusing his career on representing injured workers under New Jersey’s workers’ compensation laws. He earned his undergraduate degree at Villanova University and his law degree at Seton Hall Law School.
His approach emphasizes clear communication, careful preparation and prompt responses. Working closely with each client, he helps make the legal process easier to understand while advocating for the benefits available in their case.
In their own words
What clients say about John.
Ten selected excerpts from written Google reviews about John C. Vandenberg, III. Some reviewers describe working with John and his team.
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“You made this process so simple for me and took care of every detail.”
Maria Ruvolo
Google review excerpt“He kept me informed throughout the entire process, answered all my questions, and made sure I understood every step.”
Timo K
Google review excerpt“He was professional, had an enthusiastic personality, was extremely prompt to respond to emails, and aggressively supported my workman's comp case.”
Keely Schmerber
Google review excerpt“He is experienced, very responsive and easy to work with.”
Ann Nussberger
Google review excerptExcerpts checked September 10, 2026. These are individual client experiences, not a guarantee of results. Links open the reviewers’ public Google review profiles.
30+ years Workers' Comp experience
Our attorneys have been fighting for injured workers across Northern New Jersey for more than 30 years. We understand the complexities of workers' compensation law and know how to navigate the system to maximize your benefits. From workplace injuries to occupational diseases, our deep experience ensures you have seasoned advocates on your side.
Caring & Dedicated Approach
At Hollander, we treat every client like family. We know that a workplace injury affects every aspect of your life — your income, your health, and your future. Our team provides personalized attention to every case, keeping you informed at every step and fighting tirelessly to secure the compensation and medical care you deserve.
Strategic Legal Solutions
Workers' compensation cases require strategic thinking and thorough preparation. Our attorneys build strong cases by gathering medical evidence, consulting with experts, and negotiating aggressively with insurance companies. When settlement isn't fair, we're prepared to take your case to trial to ensure justice is served.
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