Partner of Kotlar, Hernandez & Cohen, LLC Tried First New Jersey Virtual Trial Case Posted on April 12, 2021April 12, 2021 A partner of Kotlar, Hernandez & Cohen, LLC, Jose W. Hernandez, recently tried the first virtual trial in New Jersey with a simultaneous language interpreter, which was also the first virtual trial in the office. “This is a whole new world when the seven jurors selected to decide a very difficult case are sitting at[…] Read More »
Are Face Masks Considered PPE? Posted on April 12, 2021April 12, 2021 For over a year now, people have been wearing face masks to adhere to health guidelines in an effort to minimize the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Some face coverings are medical grade, whereas others are simple cloth strips that cover a person’s nose and mouth. Many states and localities across the United States have[…] Read More »
Hernandez Achieves $1.05 Million Settlement Posted on March 25, 2021 Partner José Hernandez once again achieved another settlement in excess of $1 million after his client sustained catastrophic neck injuries as he was attempting to enter his tractor trailer with a forklift to unload carpets he delivered to the defendant’s warehouse. Our investigation revealed that the forklift mast was one inch above floor and struck[…] Read More »
Kotlar, Hernandez & Cohen, LLC 2021 Rising Stars List Posted on March 23, 2021March 19, 2021 Kotlar, Hernandez & Cohen, LLC is proud to announce that Justin M. Cohen and Allison R. Cohen were selected to this year’s New Jersey Rising Stars List. Super Lawyers uses a selective, multi-level process that includes peer recommendations, successful verdicts, career position, scholarly lectures, and other professional features to curate a resourceful list for peers[…] Read More »
Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Covered by Workers’ Compensation? Posted on January 25, 2021January 25, 2021 Workers’ Compensation provides financial support to employees after a dramatic workplace accident has left them severely injured and unable to work. In fact, there are many applications of the program that involve injuries that are more inconspicuous. One such instance is when an employee develops a work-related repetitive strain injury, such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.[…] Read More »
Is Sleep Deprivation an Issue for Construction Workers? Posted on January 19, 2021March 25, 2021 Just one night of interrupted sleep can lead to an uncomfortable day. Science shows that chronic sleep deprivation can lead to both short-term and long-term health, wellness, and safety concerns, especially for construction workers. It can take up to two weeks to recover from one lost night of sleep. A study from the National Safety[…] Read More »
How Important is Seasonal Worker Safety? Posted on December 17, 2020December 17, 2020 Many companies hire employees during specific times of the year. These temporary staff members are known as seasonal workers. Plenty of professionals enjoy making extra money doing seasonal work during the summer, holidays, or whenever they are needed. However, they do have special workplace safety concerns that must be kept in mind. Otherwise, they could[…] Read More »
Can I Collect Workers’ Compensation for COPD? Posted on November 24, 2020November 24, 2020 November has officially been declared the month to recognize Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD.) Although COPD has certainly received more press in recent years than ever before, it is still highly misunderstood despite affecting more than 16 million people, according to The American Lung Association. For instance, some people still believe that COPD only happens[…] Read More »
How Severe are Tree Trimming Injuries? Posted on October 26, 2020November 24, 2020 Trimming overgrown trees and removing dead or damaged trees are essential to maintaining safe properties. An unhealthy or lopsided tree can be a hazard to people, buildings, cars, and other possessions. Yet, tree maintenance and removal are sources of danger as these jobs present certain hazards, such as falling from perilous heights or becoming wounded[…] Read More »
Are Essential Workers Eligible for Workers’ Compensation? Posted on October 22, 2020November 24, 2020 Are workers who interact with the public and test positive for the Coronavirus (COVID-19) able to claim and collect Workers’ Compensation benefits? This question has frequently arisen since COVID-19 became a health concern in early 2020. New Jersey received national headlines when its governor determined that essential employees who were diagnosed with COVID-19 were eligible[…] Read More »
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