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The Evolution of the Reconstructed Wage Rule in New Jersey

By on October 12, 2016 in Awards, NJ Workers' Comp with 0 Comments

What is a reconstructed work week and wage and why does it matter?  Originally, this referred to a principle by which certain injured employees can seek recalculation of their work week, thereby increasing their wage and permanency rate at the time of settlement.  For example, an employee works 20 hours per week earning $20 per […]

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