Melissa Bialos Floyd, Workers Comp Attorney in Mount Laurel, New Jersey
Over 33 years of legal practice · 4.4/5 rating from 10 verified client reviews
Shareholder; Workers' CompensationatCapehart & Scatchard, P.A.
Mount Laurel, NJ
Practicing workers comp in Mount Laurel since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 10 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Melissa Bialos Floyd is a shareholder; workers' compensation based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Melissa has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Capehart & Scatchard, P.A.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 10 client reviews.
- Based in
- Mount Laurel, NJ
- Experience
- over 33 years
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- Workers Comp
- Handles Workers Comp matters from Mount Laurel, NJ.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Melissa Bialos Floyd: Melissa Bialos Floyd is a shareholder; workers' compensation based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Melissa has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Capehart & Scatchard, P.A.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 10 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Melissa's practice areas in Mount Laurel
Melissa concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Melissa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Workers Comp cases in Mount Laurel, New Jersey
Melissa takes workers comp matters in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Melissa agrees to represent you.
Biography
Melissa Bialos Floyd, workers comp attorney serving Mount Laurel
Melissa Bialos Floyd is a shareholder; workers' compensation based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Melissa has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Capehart & Scatchard, P.A.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 10 client reviews. Melissa works from Mount Laurel, New Jersey and takes on workers comp matters across the region.
Ms. Bialos Floyd focuses her practice in the representation of employers, self-insured companies, and insurance carriers in workers’ compensation defense matters. Prior to joining Capehart Scatchard, Melissa served as a Judicial Clerk to The Honorable Donald P. Gaydos, J.S.C., Criminal and Special Civil Part Divisions.
Professional Awards & Honors
Finalist, James J. Hunter, III Memorial Moot Court Competition, 2001
Charles R. Weiner Political Science Baccalaureate Award of Excellence, 1990
Designated President’s Scholar, 1990
Classes & Seminars
“New Jersey Workers’ Comp Overview for Comp Professionals,” in-house AmeriTrust, November 2021
“Guess the Defense” & “Section 20-22,” AmeriTrust, March 2020
“The Practical Life Of A Claim In New Jersey,” in-house AmeriTrust, July 2018
“New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Law Summary,” in-house Meadowbrook Insurance Group, April 2015
“Law Day Seminar,” New Jersey Division of Workers’ Compensation, May 2014
Ethical Issues in Fair Dealing with Court and Other Parties, Division of Workers’ Compensation, 2014
Compensability Issues in Workers’ Compensation in New Jersey, Meadowbrook Insurance Group, October 2013
New Jersey Workers’ Comp Overview For Comp Professionals, In-House Marriott Claims Services, May 2012
Understanding Permanency Awards in New Jersey and Ways to Settle Cases, Fraud, Important Court Decisions in 2010 Which You Need To Know, New Jersey Subrogation Rules Section 40 Liens, and Fraud, in-house Meadowbrook Insurance Group, March 2011
Top Ten Workers’ Compensation Cases To Know; Update On Recent Decisions And Legislation; and The 2008 Workers’ Comp Reform Legislation: How Will It Affect Your Company, in-house presentation to Meadowbrook Insurance Group, August 2009
Workers’ Compensation Overview, in-house presentation to client, Meadowbrook Insurance Group, November 2007
“Medical Concepts for Workers’ Compensation Attorneys,” New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, October 2007
Mastering Workers’ Comp in New Jersey, New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, 2007
The Complete Survival Guide to New Jersey Workers’ Comp, Council on Education in Management, January 2007
Working with Melissa on a workers comp matter
Ms. Bialos Floyd focuses her practice in the representation of employers, self-insured companies, and insurance carriers in workers’ compensation defense matters. Prior to joining Capehart Scatchard, Melissa served as a Judicial Clerk to The Honorable Donald P. Gaydos, J.S.C., Criminal and Special Civil Part Divisions. Professional Awards & Honors Finalist, James J. Hunter, III Memorial Moot…
Who Melissa represents
Melissa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Mount Laurel and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Melissa studied and practices
Rutgers School of Law - Camden, Camden, New Jersey
J.D. · 1993
Finalist, James J. Hunter, III Memorial Moot Court Competition - 2001 Member of the James J. Hunter, III Memorial Moot Court Board - 2002 Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
B.A. Summa · 1990
Jurisdictions
Melissa's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1993 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1993 · ACTIVE
Melissa studied at J.D. in Rutgers School of Law - Camden, Camden, New Jersey and B.A. Summa in Finalist, James J. Hunter, III Memorial Moot Court Competition - 2001 Member of the James J. Hunter, III Memorial Moot Court Board - 2002 Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Law school and academic background
Melissa completed J.D. in Rutgers School of Law - Camden, Camden, New Jersey and B.A. Summa in Finalist, James J. Hunter, III Memorial Moot Court Competition - 2001 Member of the James J. Hunter, III Memorial Moot Court Board - 2002 Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Melissa runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Melissa's legal honors and published work
Melissa has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Melissa's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Associations & Memberships New Jersey State Bar Association, Member
membership
Locations
Melissa Bialos Floyd's office in Mount Laurel
Melissa's primary office is at 8000 Midlantic Drive, Suite 300 S, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Capehart & Scatchard, P.A.
8000 Midlantic Drive, Suite 300 S
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
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Client reviews of Melissa Bialos Floyd — 4.4/5 rating from 10 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Melissa. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing workers comp attorneys in Mount Laurel.
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How to hire Melissa Bialos Floyd — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Melissa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Melissa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Melissa's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Melissa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Mount Laurel, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Melissa
Melissa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every workers comp matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Melissa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Melissa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Melissa Bialos Floyd
How much does it cost to hire Melissa for a workers comp case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Melissa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Melissa offer a free consultation?
Melissa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Melissa's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Melissa's current terms during booking.
How long do workers comp cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple workers comp matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Melissa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Melissa take my case if I'm outside Mount Laurel?
Melissa is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Melissa will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Melissa?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Melissa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Melissa accepting new workers comp clients right now?
Melissa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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