Weber Gallagher Workers' Compensation Attorneys Joe Borucki and Vanessa Mendelewski examine several tactical and litigation strategies to help create a strong defense when dealing with workers' compensation claims in New Jersey. In the first part of this two-part episode, they review claim handling guidelines, medicals and intake materials including the claim petition and claim file documents. Joe and Vanessa then delve into specifics detailing offenses such as Statue of Limitations, Illegal Aliens, Independent Contractors, Notice and New Jersey Jurisdiction. Throughout this episode, they will review what information is important when formulating a defense, why this information is essential and how they utilize this information in their practice.