New Jersey § 43:21-51
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 43:21-51, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43:21-51.
In any proceeding had as the result of a complaint filed with the commission 1 as provided in this article, 2 the hearing officer may (i) if an award of benefits is made to an employee, allow
a reasonable fee, not exceeding twenty per centum (20%) of the amount of the award,
to the attorney, if any, representing the employee, payable by the employer or insurer,
and (ii) allow reasonable appearance fees to medical witnesses, the payment of which
may be assessed wholly or in part against the employee, the employer or the insurer
as the hearing officer shall determine. Except for amounts thus allowed, it shall be unlawful for an attorney or any other
person to ask for, contract for, or receive, directly or indirectly, any charge for
services in securing or attempting to secure any benefits hereunder, or for a medical
witness to make any charge for an appearance at a hearing held pursuant to this act. 3 1
Now Division of Employment Security in Department of Labor. See N.J.S.A. §§ 34:1A-14,
34:1A-21. 2
N.J.S.A. § 43:21-45 et seq. 3
N.J.S.A. § 43:21-25 et seq.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 43:21-51
What does New Jersey Statutes § 43:21-51 cover?
Section 43:21-51 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.
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