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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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...
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’...
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 accidents on construction sites
Safety is paramount in the construction industry. Safeguarding the well-being of every worker on a construction site is not just a legal requirement; it’s a moral obligation. Exploring the most prevalent types of workplace accidents at construction sites can help...
I was hurt on my way to work. Do I qualify for workers’ comp?
If you are hurt at work, Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation system should provide financial restitution for the resulting economic and non-economic injuries. And this is pretty straightforward. But what happens if you are injured on your way to work? Typically, an...
Do you know if your occupation is among the most dangerous?
Many occupations pose a risk of serious injury to their workers, but some jobs are more dangerous than others. The possibility of sustaining a workplace injury can seem like a distant threat to most employees. Unfortunately, discounting possible hazards can lead to...
PA lawmakers seek to expand workers’ comp for disfigurement
Men and women in Pennsylvania work in a number of occupations where the risk of severe burns or other disfiguring injuries is very real. These injuries, regardless of what part of the body is disfigured, can affect a person for the rest of their lives. It’s not just...
Can a workers’ comp claim be denied for breaking safety rules?
While no one may want to admit it, there are several times when an employee is rushing and takes a safety shortcut at work. However, those safety rules are in place for employees' protection, and failing to follow them could result in an injury. But, can your employer...