In the relentless pursuit of productivity, worker safety often takes a back seat. One often overlooked hazard that lurks in the workplace shadows is the risk of heat illnesses. Beyond the discomfort of increasing temperatures, heat-related conditions can escalate into...
Understanding the various reasons why an insurance company denies a workers' compensation claim is essential for anyone who has suffered a workplace injury. When such an injury occurs, you rely on workers' compensation benefits to provide financial assistance and...
Construction sites are bustling hubs of activity where skilled workers come together to build homes, offices and infrastructure. Among the various tasks that construction workers perform, working on scaffolding is a common one. Considering that there were a total of...
When workers get injured while working, it is important to know if temporary or contract workers can get workers' compensation. Pennsylvania, like many other states, has rules to protect all workers who get hurt while on the job. Can temporary or contract workers get...
Experiencing an injury on the job can be a stressful and challenging situation. Workers' compensation insurance exists to help cover your medical expenses and lost wages. However, what if your Pennsylvania employer retaliates after you apply for workers' compensation?...
According to the National Safety Council, work injuries affected over 4 million workers United States in 2021. When you experience a work-related injury or illness in Pennsylvania, one of the most important steps is to promptly apply for workers' compensation...
In today's dynamic work environment, more employees are working from home than ever before. This shift prompts new questions regarding workers' compensation coverage, specifically whether it extends to employees who work from home. If an injury occurs while performing...
If you sustain an injury at your workplace, you should feel confident that the state workers’ compensation system will cover your medical bills. An early step you can take is to consult the health care provider list established by your employer. You should have signed...
The modern idea of the workplace is very different than it was 50 or even five years ago. Once upon a time, most people in Scranton who earned an income commuted from home to a warehouse, factory, office or other workplace. These days, a big part of the workforce...
Did you know that just more than three million people received injuries or illnesses at their jobs every year? Sadly, not even half of these individuals file workers’ compensation claims, and even fewer are actually awarded what they need. If you receive an injury at...
