Workers’ compensation provides benefits for employees injured on the job, but pre-existing conditions can complicate claims. Understanding how these conditions interact with workplace injuries is necessary to ensure fair treatment. Defining pre-existing conditions A...
Workers’ Compensation
Getting workers’ compensation for an aggravated illness or injury
Most workers’ compensation cases involve new injuries or diseases. The main reason is that workers’ comp benefits are meant to support employees injured as a direct result of their job. But what if you have a preexisting condition made worse by your work? In...
The options for appealing a denied workers’ compensation claim
If your workers’ compensation claim for long-term injuries gets denied, you still have several options for appealing the decision. Following the proper steps can increase your chances of receiving the benefits you deserve. File an appeal with the WCAB If your claim...
Filing a workers’ compensation claim in Pennsylvania
If you're injured at work, understanding the workers' compensation process is essential. Workers' compensation provides financial relief for medical expenses and lost wages. Reporting the injury The first step is to report your injury to your employer as soon as...
How workers’ comp might delay your claim process
The state of Pennsylvania designed their workers' compensation system to provide financial and medical support if you get injured at work. Despite its intentions, sometimes the process doesn't go as smoothly as it should. Understanding what can slow down your claim...
What is the workers’ compensation process?
Workers' compensation provides financial support and medical care to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. Navigating the workers' compensation process in Pennsylvania can seem overwhelming, but understanding the essential steps can help make it...
Navigating workers compensation claims for mental health issues
Working through workers' compensation claims for mental health issues can seem tricky. It is important for workers to understand how to manage claims if they face work-related mental health problems such as stress or depression. There are some important steps that...
3 common kinds of workplace respiratory illnesses
Most workplaces, from manufacturing plants and construction sites to hospitals and insurance offices, come with certain hazards. Workers' compensation exists to help ease the financial burden when these hazards cause injuries or illnesses. There are many potential...
Can you sue your employer for on-the-job injuries?
Manufacturing facilities, construction sites and warehouses can be dangerous places to work. On-the-job injuries can require medical treatments and an extended time away from work. Injuries sustained at work can be distressing, leading employees to wonder about their...
When can I sue my employer for a work-related injury?
Work-related injuries can be physically, emotionally and financially draining. If you have sustained an injury on the job, you may wonder about your rights and whether or not you can sue your employer. There are a few key factors to consider before pursuing legal...