A work-related injury may be so severe that it causes you permanent disability and prevents you from returning to your job. An injury this severe can qualify you for Social Security Disability. If an injury that qualifies for SSD also relates to your job, can you...
Workers’ Compensation
Are you using your step stool safely at work?
Step stools are common in job sites around the country. Consequently, whether you work in an office, manufacturing facility or warehouse, you are probably no stranger to stepping onto one. Still, if you are not careful, you may suffer a potentially catastrophic injury...
How much does an ACL tear cost you?
If you have an active job, you probably spend a great deal of your day standing, bending, twisting and walking. Sadly, any of these motions can put a strain on your anterior cruciate ligament, the ligament that connects your upper thigh bone to your lower one. If you...
Understanding denied workers’ compensation claims
Getting an injury on the job has long-lasting effects. Pennsylvania law requires that most employers have workers’ compensation coverage, but that may not mean instant approval. A denied claim does not have to mean giving up. According to the Pennsylvania Department...
Is your mental health eroding because of your job?
Mental health stigmas no longer exist on the same level as they once did. With so many people speaking openly about struggles, it may have helped you decide to seek diagnosis and treatment for your struggles. Can you file for workers' compensation if you suspect your...
Work-related carpal tunnel syndrome and your workers’ comp claim
Doctors perform more than 230,000 surgical procedures each year for those diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Almost one in four CTS patients cannot return to their former jobs. Can someone with job-related CTS file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits?...
Are office workers at risk for on-the-job injuries?
When people think of on-the-job injuries, most think of construction, manufacturing and public safety workers as the most at-risk for sustaining an injury. These sectors certainly have their fair share of risks, including from falls, exposure to chemicals and even...
Essential questions about Pennsylvania workers’ compensation
Pennsylvania requires that most employers carry workers’ compensation insurance. After an injury on the job, this coverage helps to cover your medical expenses and lost wages so you can recover. Like many other employees, you likely have questions about your rights...
As a remote employee, do you qualify for workers’ compensation?
The number of employees working from home in the US continues to rise, and you may be a member of this group. If you sustain an injury while completing tasks for the benefit of your employer, do you qualify for workers’ compensation benefits? Workers’ compensation...
How to appeal a workers’ compensation denial
If you receive an injury while on the job, you are typically eligible for workers' compensation benefits. These help to cover medical costs and loss of pay due to missed work. However, the employer or insurer may deny the claim, and there are various reasons why that...
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