Choosing a Doctor in Workers’ Compensation Claims

Being injured on the job can be frightening. The Pennsylvania workers’ compensation system provides insurance coverage for injured workers. You can receive medical treatment for injuries and benefits for loss of income. However, you must follow the rules for obtaining medical treatment to receive workers’… read more

Can You Get Workers’ Compensation for Pain and Suffering?

No, you cannot get workers’ compensation benefits for pain and suffering. You can, however, get workers’ compensation benefits for certain psychological maladies that produce clear physical symptoms, such as PTSD. You must file a personal injury lawsuit if you want pain and suffering damages. Depending… read more

What to Expect at an Initial Legal Consultation

Most people will go through life without ever hiring a lawyer. But after a serious workplace accident, you might need a lawyer’s help to obtain workers’ compensation to cover your medical bills and lost wages. Most workers’ compensation lawyers offer a free initial consultation to… read more

Can You Be Disqualified From Receiving Workers Compensation In Pennsylvania?

The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act requires most employers are required to provide workers’ compensation insurance coverage for their employees. Therefore, workers’ compensation covers most work-related injuries and illnesses. Employers who fail to provide workers’ comp insurance could face lawsuits from injured employees, state fines, and… read more

Steps to Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim

The workers’ compensation system is a replacement for personal injury lawsuits, and it applies to most work-related injuries and occupational illnesses.  Workers’ comp claims are typically no-fault, but you can only seek compensation for economic damages–medical expenses and lost earnings. You cannot claim damages for… read more

How to File a Pennsylvania Workers’ Comp Claim

Pennsylvania employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance coverage in most cases. Failing to have workers’ comp coverage could result in criminal and civil penalties for an employer. The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act governs workers’ comp claims filed within the state. Workers’ comp ensures… read more

Penalties for Failing to Provide Workers’ Compensation in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania workers’ compensation laws are clear. Most employers must purchase workers’ compensation insurance coverage for their employees. Workers’ compensation is a: No-fault; Employer-financed; Insurance policy to protect employees from work-related illnesses and injuries.  Failing to provide workers’ compensation in Pennsylvania could result in criminal charges…. read more

Workers’ Comp Benefits After Termination in Pennsylvania

Millions of people suffer work-related injuries every year, even in sedentary jobs. Fortunately, Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation system provides injured employees with compensation for their medical bills and lost earnings. The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act governs workers’ compensation claims in Pennsylvania.  Normal Duration of Workers’ Compensation… read more

Drug Testing for Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s Workers Compensation Act covers most employees working in the state. If a worker is injured on the job, they receive medical care and wage benefits. However, the law allows employers to deny workers’ compensation benefits if the employee’s use of alcohol or drugs caused… read more

Marzzacco Niven & Associates Attorney Adam Crosier Presents Workers’ Compensation CLE at Widener University Commonwealth Law School

On April 6, 2022, Attorney Adam Crosier presented a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) course at Widener University Commonwealth Law School in Harrisburg, PA. The course, which he co-presented with Harrisburg attorney Victoria Edwards, covered the current state of workers’ compensation in Pennsylvania. The CLE discussed… read more