S.3571

New Jersey S3571 ensures volunteer and other workers receive maximum compensation for injuries or death regardless of outside employment.

New Jersey S3571 amends the state's workers' compensation law to guarantee that certain volunteer and other workers receive the maximum compensation benefit for injuries or death, irrespective of their outside employment status. This includes firefighters, first aid or rescue squad workers, and others. The bill responds to a State Supreme Court ruling that clarified the intent for volunteer firefighters to receive the maximum compensation allowed. The amendment removes the seven-day waiting period for these workers and takes effect immediately.