Blog: Workers' Compensation
- Can I be forced to return to work too soon after an injury?
Sep 6, 2022
When you suffer an injury, it can be very stressful. Depending on the severity of the injury, the coming months will be filled with frequent visits to the doctor, rehabilitation and a lot of rest. Recovery takes time, and workers’ compensation laws are in place to protect you when you are injured at work. One of the biggest concerns that you will face is wondering if your job is secure enough to allow you enough...Read More - Can you get workers’ compensation if the injuries are your fault?
Jun 29, 2022
People make mistakes. You might have loaded a piece of machinery incorrectly or not noticed that a guard had fallen off before you injured yourself. Knowing that you were responsible for your injuries, you might not be sure if you can seek workers’ compensation. The simple answer is that you usually can, but there are exceptions that may make it difficult for you to get workers’ compensation benefits. Self-inflicted injuries aren’t the same as accidental...Read More - What to know about appealing a workers’ comp claim denial
May 16, 2022
When injured on the job, most workers qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits cover wage loss and medical costs related to missed work. Unfortunately, there are situations where your employer or their workers’ compensation insurer may deny your claim. If you believe you are owed these benefits and that you have the right to receive compensation, you must go through an appeal process. Reasons for workers’ comp claims to be denied There are a...Read More - Who picks your doctor in a PA workers’ compensation claim?
Apr 15, 2022
You may know that – should you ever become injured at work or suffer from an occupational illness – workers’ compensation is available to provide some much-needed benefits, including medical care. It may surprise you, however, to learn that you may not have total freedom of choice when it comes to where you get your medical care. Pennsylvania allows employers to call the shots on your medical care If your employer has created what is...Read More - Surprising reasons why workers’ comp claims are denied
Feb 20, 2022
Employers and their insurers are constantly on the watch for fraudulent workers’ compensation claims – despite the fact that the vast majority of claims are wholly justified. Some of the signs of fraud that employers watch for make sense. You’d probably be suspicious too if someone didn’t report their injury for several days or there were rumors among the staff that the “injury” was planned. However, employers are also told to consider a claim suspect...Read More - How soon should you file your workers’ compensation claim?
Dec 25, 2021
After you are injured on the job, your employer should tell you to get immediate medical care. They know that, even if your injury is mild, a doctor may tell you to stay home for a few days or weeks. If your injury is more severe, you are going to need financial support while you are unable to work. Try to file as quickly as you can after being hurt at work Once you have...Read More - The oil and gas industry can be hazardous for workers
Dec 9, 2021
The oil industry has a deep history in Pennsylvania and many people rely on it as their source of income today. Generally, workers go about their daily business without disruption. Employers tend to be safety-conscious as well, due to the nature of the industry. Unfortunately, accidents in the oil industry do still occur. Sadly, these can be serious at times and may result in injuries that lead to workers being unable to provide for their...Read More - Can you claim compensation if work harms your hearing?
Nov 24, 2021
You do not need to be a musician to rely on your ears. Hearing is essential in many aspects of life. It lets you hear your child’s first laugh, a customer’s question, or the horn of a vehicle you need to get out the way of fast. Yet sometimes going to work can harm your hearing. Some workplaces are noisier than others. For instance, if you work at an airstrip, you can expect more noise...Read More - What happens if your employer thinks you should return to work?
Nov 9, 2021
Often, it is very obvious when an injured worker is too hurt to continue working or recovered enough to get back to the job. However, some situations do fall into a sort of gray area. A worker may feel like they are not ready to go back yet because of a lack of strength or ongoing pain, and their employer thinks that they should be ready to do the same work as always. Businesses may...Read More - Can I get workers’ compensation if I get hurt while working from home?
Oct 21, 2021
These days, more of us are working from home than ever before. Some jobs, like waiting tables or plumbing, can only be done in person, of course. But due to the ongoing pandemic, many Pittsburgh offices remain closed, with its workforce doing their jobs remotely. While you might miss seeing your coworkers or dealing with customers in person, working from home can be much more convenient and comfortable. But you may still be vulnerable to...Read More