When you work a physical job, whether you are in construction, manufacturing, transportation or health care, you might feel more than tired by the end of your daily shift. If you have been on the job awhile, you likely experience aches and pains a lot after a long day...
When you work in certain Pennsylvania environments, you run a higher risk of asbestos exposure than the general population. Asbestos, a known carcinogen, is a name given to a set of fibers that often undergo use in commercial or industrial applications. The dangers...
Did you get an on-the-job injury? Workers' Compensation will probably provide benefits for you. However, the exact nature of those benefits would depend on the details of your injury. As explained on Mass.gov, here are some of the types of compensation you might be...
Common wisdom dictates that you cannot sue if you collect Workers' Compensation benefits. This is true — and it is also not true. Massachusetts and federal law protect your employer from lawsuits if you get an injury on the job. However, there are plenty of people...
If you or anyone you know has ever filed a workers’ compensation claim, you have most likely heard the term “MMI.” MMI stands for Maximum Medical Improvement. You reach MMI when your treating physician determines that your condition or injury has improved as much as...
If you work in the agricultural industry, a number of hazards require your attention. From pesticide use to tractor accidents, repetitive strain and falls, farmers and other agricultural workers are at risk for injuries on the job. Here are some statistics on...
In Pennsylvania, workers’ compensation benefits are available to many injured workers. If you sustain an on-the-job injury or develop an occupational illness, you may be eligible for wage replacement, medical bill reimbursement and other valuable benefits. Whether...
States regulate their workers' compensation rates based on investigation and injury data, and when one state considers a change it may ripple out to others. In the case of a change due to a global company like Amazon, there are plenty of organizations that may want to...
If you are a health care worker, there are many different risks that you need to look out for while performing your job duties. Sadly, many health care workers are hurt in accidents on the job and there is also the possibility of becoming sick. As those who work in...
When an employee experiences a work-related injury or illness, the company's workers' compensation insurance policy covers the costs. These expenses include disability, lost wages and medical bills. Review the workers' compensation process in Pennsylvania before...
