New Jersey Advisory Council on Safety & Health is a non-profit organization and the first bar association in New Jersey dedicated to the field of workers’ compensation. Founded in 1992, it brings together petitioners’ attorneys, treating physicians, union representatives, and other advocates to protect and advance the rights of injured workers across the state.
The Council provides a unique platform for collaboration and advocacy, offering members access to a statewide network of experienced legal and medical professionals. Through legislative influence, resource sharing, and professional development, NJCOSH empowers its members and the broader community to secure fair outcomes for workers and promote safer workplaces.
Services Offered
- Workers’ compensation legal representation
- Access to a listserv for legal information exchange
- Bi-annual meetings and networking events
- Online brief bank with legal resources
- Referral services for attorneys and medical experts
- Medical examinations for workers’ compensation cases
- Transcripts of testimony from defense experts
- Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses
- Legislative advocacy and updates on pending bills
- Union member connections to experienced attorneys
- Workplace safety practice improvements
- Member directory access
NJCOSH serves professionals and advocates throughout New Jersey and has a notable record of influencing state legislation, including laws that enhance compensation for injured workers and protect their financial and medical rights. The organization supports attorneys, doctors, unions, and other parties committed to justice in workers’ compensation.
