Many people in the Scranton area get hurt or sick while on the job. Many others suffer from disabilities of various types and need assistance from the Social Security Administration in the form of disability benefits. However, among these people, there will be a...
Scranton Workers’ Comp And SSD Law Blog
What types of workers’ compensation benefits can help me?
A variety of different workers’ compensation benefits are available to injured workers in Pennsylvania to help them with the challenges they face following a workplace accident. As a result, it is important for injured workers and their families to be familiar with...
Keep a medical record of your own after an injury
If you or a loved one suffered a life-changing injury or illness, you know that physical, emotional and financial stress can weigh on your family. Thankfully, you can apply for Social Security Disability benefits to support you and your family during this trying time....
Social Security disability: Be prepared for your periodic review
Social Security disability (SSD) benefits can provide you with a lifeline as you focus on recovering your health as much as possible. The process of securing these benefits can be enormously challenging, with claims adjudication wait times ballooning and many claims...
People with spinal cord injuries may be able to receive SSDI
Most people in Pennsylvania need to go to work in order to earn an income and support themselves and their families. They may not always like their job or take it for granted at times, but when people are not able to work, they soon realize the importance of the job....
Can I choose my own doctor in a workers’ compensation case?
Pennsylvanians who are injured on the job or suffer an illness from their work have myriad concerns about their workers’ compensation case. Being approved for benefits can be a worrisome process. It will dictate how much of their wages they receive, the duration for...
Top reasons for a workers’ compensation denial
If you suffer an injury at work, you hope that it's not serious enough to keep you away from your job for an extended period of time. But if your medical team suggests a long recovery period, you'll want to learn more about your legal rights under the Pennsylvania...
Warning systems can be key in avoiding workplace injuries
Pennsylvanians should be aware of all aspects of workplace safety. This is a wise step to avoid on-the-job injuries and their consequences. However, the employer is responsible for maintaining a safe workplace. When this fails, it could be a critical part of a...
Applying for disability benefits to cover back issues
Many employees in Pennsylvania struggle with back pain to the point where it affects their quality of life and ability to work. Often, back issues are associated with physical labor. However, office workers and others who do not do physically strenuous tasks at work...
Fulfilling OSHA’s standards for laboratory safety
Laboratory workers in Pennsylvania, as elsewhere, run the risk of being exposed to carcinogens and other toxins, but they can be protected under OSHA's Laboratory standard. Employers must do their part, though, in fulfilling these standards. It all starts with...
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