New Jersey § 34:15-15
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 34:15-15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34:15-15.
When through medical documentation a physician states that a worker is in need of
emergent medical care that is not, following a request by the worker to the employer
or the employer's carrier, being provided or authorized by the employer, the worker
may file a motion for emergent medical treatment with or after the filing of a claim
petition. The physician shall further state that delay of treatment will result in irreparable
harm or damage and state the specific nature of the irreparable harm or damage. The motion, to which shall be appended all medical records in possession of the
moving party, shall also be served on the employer and the employer's carrier, or
their attorneys, at the time of filing. An answer to the motion shall be filed not later than five calendar days after the
date of service. An initial conference on the motion shall take place within five calendar days of
the filing of the answer. Thereafter the judge of compensation shall schedule the matter for a hearing in
accordance with the rules adopted pursuant to section 3 of this act. The respondent shall be provided 15 calendar days from the date of service of the
motion to secure a medical examination if it requires one.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 34:15-15
What does New Jersey Statutes § 34:15-15 cover?
Section 34:15-15 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 34:15-15?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 34:15-15" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 34:15-15 apply to my situation?
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