New Jersey § 34:15-53
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 34:15-53, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34:15-53.
Within 20 days after the filing of an answer, or the expiration of the time for filing
an answer if no answer is filed, the secretary of the division shall fix a time and
place for hearing the petition, or shall send the petition and answer or a transcript
of the petition and answer to the director, a deputy director or 1 of the referees,
in which case such director, deputy director or referee, within 20 days after the
filing of the answer, shall fix a time and place for the hearing of the petition. Such time shall be not less than 4 weeks nor more than 6 weeks after the filing
of the petition, provided however, that in cases where the extent of permanent disability,
total or partial, is an issue, the determination of such issue shall be deferred as
provided in section 34:15-16 of this Title. The petition shall be heard either in the county in which the injury occurred or
in which the petitioner or respondent resides, or in which the respondent's place
of business is located, or in which the respondent may be served with process. When a time and place has been fixed for such hearing, the director, deputy director
or the referee to whom the cause has been referred shall give at least 10 days' notice
to each party of the time and place of hearing. The director, deputy director or any referee to whom a cause has been referred,
shall have power to adjourn the hearing thereof from time to time in his discretion.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 34:15-53
What does New Jersey Statutes § 34:15-53 cover?
Section 34:15-53 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 § 34:15-53?
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