Can your employer test you for drugs after a workplace accident?For decades, it has been a standard practice in many states to require employees who are injured on the job to submit to a drug and alcohol test. The reasoning was that workers should not be able to...
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Month: October 2016
Returning to work after an injury
What you need to know about going back to work after being injured on the jobAfter being injured on the job, many workers want to get back to work as quickly as possible. Missing work can put you in a difficult financial situation, and you may simply miss being...
5 pitfalls to avoid at your Social Security Disability hearing
If you're pursuing Social Security Disability benefits, you may be feeling anxiety about your hearing with the administrative law judge (ALJ). This is perfectly normal, especially if you're not familiar with the claims process and don't know what to expect.To put your...
Are work-related car accidents covered by workers’ comp?
Anyone on the road can find themselves in a crash with another vehicle. While you may drive extra carefully when you're using a company car or traveling for your job, work-related car accidents happen frequently all over Pennsylvania. So if you're injured while...
Is toxic exposure in the workplace dangerous?
Depending on your occupation, you may realize that you'll be in close proximity to hazardous chemicals on a daily basis. If you're one of these people, it's imperative to know what it takes to remain safe at all times.Unfortunately, even with safety in mind, there are...
The top causes of construction site injuries
If you work in the construction industry, you know one thing to be true: Danger lurks around every corner. While you do your best to remain safe, it's possible that you could still suffer an injury at some point. Here are some of the top causes of construction site...
