When you file a workers’ compensation claim, you want to do all you can to get the full amount you are entitled to and get it promptly. Making mistakes along the way could harm either or both of those goals. Here are some errors you need to avoid: Delaying things If...
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Harrisburg Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
Can I receive workers’ comp if I’m hurt on my way to work?
Every workplace has its share of hazards. If you sustain an injury at work, you may be eligible for financial restitution through a workers’ compensation claim. But what happens if you are hurt en route to work? Your eligibility for compensation following an injury...
Why warehouse workers often sustain repetitive stress injuries
Warehouses are known to be busy places. Unfortunately, while in a rush to get things done, workers can gradually sustain repetitive stress injuries (RSIs). What the warehousing industry may overlook as simple sprains and strains may actually be serious muscle, nerve,...
4 common reasons for workers’ compensation denials
Workers’ compensation helps injured employees by providing them with many benefits, such as health coverage and lost wage, death and disability payments. Unfortunately, an employee may be denied workers’ comp benefits. Here’s why that happens: The worker missed the...
How might I get electrocuted at a construction site?
The construction industry plays a pivotal role in building the foundations of modern society. However, this demanding field comes with its own set of challenges and risks, one of which is the potential for electrocution. As a construction worker, it helps to educate...
How much are temporary total disability benefits in Pennsylvania?
When you’re injured at work, your immediate concern should be on getting to a doctor and getting medical care – but it’s hard not to think about money. Being off work for any length of time can be financially devastating for a lot of people. Fortunately, workers’...
4 reasons seasonal workers stand a high chance of injuries
The holiday shopping has already started, and factories, warehouses and retail stores are already trying to meet the demand by hiring seasonal help. Unfortunately, seasonal workers are uniquely vulnerable to on-the-job accidents and injuries. Here’s why: Lack of...
Workers’ compensation for the remote employee
Over the past six years, there has been a significant change in the way people work. Instead of going to the office, many individuals are now working remotely from their homes. Regardless of whether an employee works from home or an office, employers are responsible...
4 common workplace injuries nurses should know about
Healthcare professionals are unsung heroes, dedicating their lives to caring for the sick and injured. But while their compassion and services are indispensable, they are not immune to workplace injuries. As such, nurses should be aware of the most common workplace...
How do ladder accidents occur?
Ladders are commonplace in any work environment that involves operating at a height or where goods are stored at a height. This piece of equipment allows workers to gain access to areas that would otherwise be hard to reach. Unfortunately, ladders can be dangerous....