This version of the form is not currently in use and is provided for reference only. Download this version of Form SCF-161 for the current year.
This is a legal form that was released by the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development - a government authority operating within New Jersey. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is Form SCF-161?
A: Form SCF-161 is a Verified Petition used in New Jersey for Second Injury Fund cases.
Q: What is the Second Injury Fund?
A: The Second Injury Fund is a program in New Jersey that provides compensation to workers who suffer a work-related injury or disability if they have a pre-existing condition.
Q: When is Form SCF-161 used?
A: Form SCF-161 is used when filing a Verified Petition to claim benefits from the Second Injury Fund in New Jersey.
Q: Who can file a Verified Petition?
A: An injured worker, their employer, or their attorney can file a Verified Petition to claim benefits from the Second Injury Fund.
Q: What information is required in Form SCF-161?
A: Form SCF-161 requires information such as the injured worker's personal details, employment history, details of the injury, medical records, and supporting documentation.
Q: Are there any filing fees for Form SCF-161?
A: No, there are no filing fees for Form SCF-161.
Q: What happens after filing Form SCF-161?
A: After filing Form SCF-161, the case will be reviewed by the New Jersey Division of Workers' Compensation, and a hearing may be scheduled to determine eligibility for Second Injury Fund benefits.
Form Details:
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