January 9, 2024 | Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that compensates employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. In Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry administers the state workers’ compensation program. State law requires employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance under almost all circumstances. If… read more
October 6, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation
Pennsylvania requires most employers who have employees to carry workers’ compensation insurance. This insurance provides medical, wage-replacement, and other benefits to workers who are injured on the job within the course and scope of their employment. In addition to covering injuries that occur during a… read more
September 29, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation
Being injured on the job can cause a severe financial crisis for families. Even though workers’ compensation offers some relief, the workers’ comp benefits do not cover all lost wages for an injured employee. Therefore, injured workers may need to explore government benefits to help… read more
September 16, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ compensation is generally associated with an employee’s physical injury or occupational illness. However, workers’ compensation benefits may also be available for workers who are victims of harassment at work. Persistent and severe harassment can result in adverse psychological and physical conditions that could prevent… read more
September 4, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ compensation is a government-enforced program that insures employees against work-related injuries and associated economic losses. It offers 100% coverage for medical expenses as well as significant (although far from total) wage replacement benefits. It even offers victims’ families death benefits for fatal accidents. Arguably,… read more
July 2, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation
An on-the-job injury could require you to miss work. However, missing work can result in a significant loss of income. We often receive questions from injured workers about using their PTO with workers’ comp benefits in Pennsylvania. Our Harrisburg workers’ compensation lawyers answer many of… read more
April 19, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation
Being injured at work can cause severe financial hardships for the injured worker and their family. Workers’ compensation provides wage benefits for workers who are out of work while hearing from a workplace accident. However, can you track your workers’ comp check in Pennsylvania so… read more
March 22, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation
The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act revolutionized the relationship between employers and employees. Ultimately, its reforms benefited both employers and employees. The following is a simplified description of the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation system. The Tradeoff: From the Employer’s Point of View For employers, the workers’ compensation… read more
March 1, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation
The Harrisburg workers’ compensation system is administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor. Although not all workers’ compensation claims require a lawyer, most injured workers could benefit from the assistance of an attorney. Just any lawyer won’t do, however, and it is up to you… read more
February 28, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation
Various deadlines apply to workers’ compensation claims in Pennsylvania. Following is an overview of how the process works as well as the applicable time limits. Deadlines and Paperwork for the Initial Claim Process Don’t miss any deadlines, as you could damage or even destroy your… read more