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- When does third-party liability arise in workplace injury scenarios?
Jan 23, 2024
When individuals or entities outside an employer-employee relationship become involved in incidents resulting in injury or harm to workers, they can be held liable to the extent of their involvement. As such, understanding when legal liability extends to third parties after a workplace accident can help you assert your legal rights and recover the compensation you are entitled to. Third-party liability can arise in various scenarios. The underlying concern is that the non-employer individual or...Read More - Why do people drive the wrong way on the interstate?
Jan 4, 2024
Every so often, you will hear about a wrong-way accident on the interstate. These accidents may not be as common as other types of car crashes, but they can be much more severe. Because of the high speeds that the vehicles are traveling at and the fact that it is a head-on collision, fatalities and significant injuries are much more common. But you may find yourself wondering how this could even happen in the first...Read More - Tips for working safely on ladders
Dec 21, 2023
Many workplace accidents are the result of falls from ladders. It could be as simple as someone slipping off of a stepladder while trying to reach a high shelf in a warehouse or as serious as a worker slipping off of an extension ladder while painting or trying to climb up to a roof. Either way, serious injuries can result. How can workers stay safe? They need to know how to use ladders properly and...Read More - Do slip and falls ever cause serious injuries?
Dec 14, 2023
Slip and falls in public locations happen for all kinds of reasons. Sometimes, winter weather hits Pennsylvania hard, and it will be a snowy sidewalk or icy parking lot that causes someone’s injury. Other times, a slip-and-fall accident might occur inside a building or business. Not having rugs at the entranceway, failing to secure or clean those rugs and leaving spills unattended are all mistakes that could lead to a slip-and-fall at a business. Many...Read More - 3 hazards hospital workers face
Dec 7, 2023
Hospital workers are dedicated professionals committed to the care and well-being of their patients. However, their work environment is filled with unique risks and challenges, such as long shifts to the emotional toll of patient care, but there are other hazards that are particularly dangerous. Physical injuries are a significant concern, impacting the workers’ health and their ability to provide care. Understanding and addressing these risks is crucial for the safety and well-being of hospital...Read More - Scratch these toys off your holiday gift list
Nov 22, 2023
Every holiday season, kids make their wish lists for Santa and parents work hard to fulfill their dreams – but not every gift that makes the list is a good one. World Against Toys Causing Harm (W.A.T.C.H.) has, once again, distributed its annual list of the “worst of the worst” when it comes to holiday gifts for kids. What’s on the list this year? To make the annual warning list of unsafe toys, the folks...Read More - When can policyholders fight bad-faith insurance efforts?
Nov 8, 2023
Navigating the aftermath of an accident, property damage or other loss is a stressful time for anyone. It’s a period when the terms of a comprehensive insurance policy should provide a safety net. Unfortunately, there are instances when policyholders must confront the unsettling reality of an insurance company acting in bad faith. Bad faith insurance practices refer to any insurer’s attempt to circumvent its obligations to policyholders. This could manifest as unjustified delays in handling...Read More - Reasons why your long-term disability claim may be denied
Oct 25, 2023
Being unable to work due to an injury is a difficult situation to find yourself in. Not only are you dealing with the physical and emotional aspects of your disability, but you are also likely facing financial difficulties. With stringent regulations for filing a disability claim, there is a likelihood that your claim may be denied. However, that doesn’t mean you will never receive benefits. Knowing why your claim was denied allows you to appeal...Read More - When can an injured worker receive a second medical opinion?
Oct 16, 2023
Ultimately, receiving proper treatment is crucial for keeping someone at work after they get hurt on the job. Thankfully, workers can usually count on Pennsylvania workers’ compensation benefits to help them afford proper treatment for a work-related medical condition. As such, an injured worker does not determine their own care plan. Instead, they must seek evaluation from a physician and then abide by that medical professional’s recommendations for treatment. Workers’ compensation claims may involve trauma...Read More - Risks of injury in a machine shop
Oct 13, 2023
Working in a machine shop is a job that demands precision, focus, and an understanding of the tools and machinery that surround you. Every day, countless individuals clock in at these workplaces, trusting in their training and the employer’s precautions to ensure their safety. No matter how experienced you are, the environment’s inherent risks make it essential for you and everyone else to be constantly vigilant. The primary responsibility for minimizing these risks falls on...Read More