Donald Peterson
Peterson & Partners
Howell, New Jersey · 25 Years Experience
About Donald Peterson
Donald Peterson is a board-certified workers' compensation specialist with 25 years of experience serving clients in Howell and throughout New Jersey. His firm handles all types of work injury claims from initial filing through appeals, and he offers free consultations to all prospective clients.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Personal Injury
- Social Security Disability
Frequently Asked Questions
Donald Peterson works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in New Jersey. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Donald Peterson handles all types of workers' compensation cases in New Jersey, including Burn Injuries, Chemical Exposure, Workers Compensation, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.
In New Jersey, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Donald immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Donald Peterson's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 25 years of experience in New Jersey workers' comp law, Donald knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Donald Peterson primarily serves clients in Howell and the surrounding New Jersey area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in New Jersey and were injured at work, contact Donald's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. University of Minnesota School of Law
- Bar New Jersey State Bar, admitted 2001
- Mbr New Jersey Workers' Compensation Bar Association