Tis the Season!! Compensability of Accidents During Work Holiday Events: Insights from New Jersey Case Law

As the holiday season approaches, many employers host festive events to celebrate with their employees. While these gatherings can foster camaraderie and boost morale, they also raise questions about workers’ compensation claims in New Jersey. Specifically, what happens if an employee is injured while traveling to or attending a work-sponsored holiday event? This article explores the principles of compensability in these scenarios, supported by New Jersey case law….
By: Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires &