Introduction
Since 1941, Berry, Sahradnik, Kotzas & Benson, P.C. has been helping injured workers in New Jersey pursue the compensation they are owed after workplace injuries. That record spans more than eight decades of workers’ compensation practice, making the firm one of the longest-established practices of its kind in the region. The office is headquartered at 212 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753, and can be reached at (732) 349-4800.
The firm’s focus is on injured workers who encounter resistance from insurance companies, including outright claim denials and tactics designed to undercut legitimate benefit claims.
Practice Areas
Berry, Sahradnik, Kotzas & Benson, P.C. concentrates its practice on workers’ compensation representation, guiding injured employees through a process that can be difficult to navigate without legal assistance.
The firm represents workers injured through a range of workplace causes: repetitive motion injuries that develop over time, toxic chemical exposure, accidents involving faulty equipment, and other occupational hazards. These cases often require careful documentation and legal argumentation to connect the injury to the workplace and establish the employer’s liability.
A foundational part of the firm’s work involves helping clients qualify for benefits. This means confirming employer insurance coverage, establishing that the claimant was an employee rather than an independent contractor, and demonstrating that the injury or illness arose from work-related conditions. Getting these elements right at the outset prevents delays and denials later in the process.
When insurance companies deny claims or provide insufficient benefits, the firm steps into litigation. Attorneys handle contested cases involving serious injuries where clients are struggling to recover medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and compensation for lost wages. The firm specifically addresses employer tactics such as specialized position elimination, which some companies use to cut off workers’ compensation obligations by restructuring job roles around injured employees.
Free initial appointments are available for prospective clients to discuss their situations before committing to representation.
Attorney Profiles
The firm’s attorneys bring extensive knowledge of workers’ compensation law in New Jersey, with particular experience in contested cases where insurance companies have denied or underpaid claims. The legal team focuses on complex matters involving significant injuries, providing representation for workers who face the most substantial obstacles to receiving adequate benefits.
The attorneys guide clients through each phase of the process, from the initial filing through administrative proceedings to litigation when necessary. Their knowledge of employer tactics that are used to deny or eliminate claims informs a proactive approach designed to anticipate and counter these strategies.
Location and Service Area
Berry, Sahradnik, Kotzas & Benson, P.C. maintains its headquarters at 212 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753. The firm represents injured workers throughout New Jersey. Free appointments can be scheduled by calling (732) 349-4800.
The firm’s website is bskb-law.com/workers-compensation/
Client Focus
Berry, Sahradnik, Kotzas & Benson, P.C. serves injured workers who face insurance company resistance after filing legitimate workers’ compensation claims. The firm’s client base includes employees who have suffered serious workplace injuries and find that the compensation process does not proceed as it should, whether because claims are denied, benefits are delayed, or employer tactics complicate the eligibility determination.
The firm’s eight-decade history reflects a sustained institutional knowledge of how workers’ compensation claims work in New Jersey, how insurance carriers operate, and what arguments succeed in contested proceedings. This institutional depth benefits individual clients who are dealing with these systems for the first time.
Workers facing repetitive stress injuries, chemical exposure, equipment accidents, or other occupational health issues can bring their situations to the firm for evaluation at no initial cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long has the firm been handling workers’ compensation cases?
Berry, Sahradnik, Kotzas & Benson, P.C. has been assisting injured workers since 1941, representing more than eight decades of workers’ compensation practice.
What types of workplace injuries does the firm handle?
The firm represents workers injured by repetitive motions, toxic chemical exposure, faulty equipment, and other workplace hazards.
What happens when an insurance company denies a claim?
The firm represents workers in litigation when claims are denied or when benefits are insufficient to cover medical bills, rehabilitation, and lost wages.
What does it mean to qualify for workers’ compensation benefits?
Qualifying involves confirming employer insurance coverage, establishing that the claimant was an employee, and demonstrating that the injury or illness was work-related. The firm helps clients satisfy all of these requirements.
What is specialized position elimination and why does it matter?
Some employers restructure job roles around injured workers to eliminate their positions, using this as a basis for denying workers’ compensation obligations. The firm recognizes and challenges these tactics in litigation.
Is there a cost for the initial appointment?
Free initial appointments are available for injured workers to discuss their situations and evaluate their options.
Closing
Berry, Sahradnik, Kotzas & Benson, P.C. has spent more than eighty years representing injured workers in New Jersey workers’ compensation matters. For those facing claim denials, inadequate benefits, or employer tactics designed to undercut legitimate claims, the firm provides experienced representation through every stage of the process. Call (732) 349-4800 to schedule a free appointment, or visit bskb-law.com/workers-compensation/ for more information. The office is at 212 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753.