Jen Laver is the Vice Managing Partner of the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation practice and counsels national and regional clients, offering a dynamic blend of litigation skill and strategic risk management.
Jen has a broad range of experience defending various organizations, including multinational shipping companies, regional healthcare facilities, third-party administrators, insurance carriers, and self-insured employers. Her practice covers all areas of the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act, offering her clients reliable defense strategies.
Beyond litigation, Jen works closely with her clients to recover payments from negligent parties in New Jersey, demonstrating her commitment to protecting her clients’ financial interests. She is also skilled in resolving disputes through mediations and conciliations, providing alternative solutions to traditional court proceedings.
Jen’s practice also extends to advising companies on employment-related issues. She offers guidance on best practices to prevent litigation and helps clients understand the connection between employment law and workers’ compensation, aiming to create a smoother, more integrated approach to managing workplace issues.
With a deep understanding of litigation tactics and strategic risk management, Jen frequently delivers dynamic educational sessions that equip her clients with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of workers’ compensation claims. This helps to ensure her clients are well-prepared to address challenges effectively and make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving legal landscape.
Outside of her legal practice, Jen serves as an Ambassador for the Alliance of Women in Workers’ Compensation (AWWC). This vital position advances AWWC’s mission, values, and initiatives. Ambassadors actively nurture relationships with a range of individuals involved in Workers’ Compensation Claims, to promote positive engagement and collaboration. Additionally, Jennifer is part of Impact 100 South Jersey Chapter which focuses on giving grants to local New Jersey nonprofits. As a member of the New Jersey Supreme Court Committee on Character, Jen is part of the process that determines the fitness of a candidate to practice law in New Jersey.
Successfully represented a medical facility where the petitioner filed a dependency claim alleging that the decedent died from alleged occupational exposure to radiation and other deleterious substances which eventually caused a brain tumor. Upon investigation with the client, it was determined that the decedent’s radiation exposure was well below the NJDEP guidelines. The matter was resolved for a minimal Section 20 settlement.
Prevailed on a Motion for Temporary Disability benefits. The petitioner sought benefits following the termination of the petitioner while working light duty due to the work accident. Following the testimony of the petitioner and our witness, the petitioner’s supervisor, the court denied the petitioner’s motion and held that the petitioner was not entitled to temporary disability benefits while out of work.
Prevailed on a Motion for Temporary Disability benefits. Petitioner filed a Motion for Temporary Disability benefits where benefits were sought following the termination of the petitioner while working light duty due to the work accident. Following testimony of petitioner and our witness, petitioner’s supervisor, the court denied petitioner’s motion and held that petitioner was not entitled to temporary disability benefits while out of work.
Successfully handled a matter where the employee filed a Motion for Medical Benefits and Temporary Disability. After hearing testimony, the Judge ruled that an accident did not occur. The ruling saved the client an award of medical treatment, disability benefits and permanency benefits.
Resolved a claim for 10 percent less than Judge’s original recommendation after claim of an injury from an employee in a delivery company.
Resolved a claim for S. 20 when our expert found the employee’s occupational exposure aggravated her pre-existing bi-polar condition. Before the trial, the Judge insisted we pay permanency as well as continue providing her medications needed to keep her at baseline. As a result of our continued denial, we began trial and were able to draw out in testimony that while the statements made by co-employee supervisors to the petitioner were not expressed in the best manner, the statements were merited criticism. The final resolution saved the client more than $30,000 in future medical treatment as well as closed out re-opener rights.
Prior results cannot and do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome with respect to any future matter that we or any lawyer may be retained to handle.
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