For people who sustain injuries at work and cannot go back because of it, applying for Social Security disability payments may be a good option. Unfortunately, bills do not stop coming in just because an injury occurs. Without some form of income, this situation can...
When you think about workplace injuries, do you consider recurrent injuries or acute injuries? Flight crews, ambulance drivers and other careers where there is a lot of noise exposure can wreak havoc on a person’s ability to hear. WebMD explains hearing loss as a...
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...
It is incredibly common for the Social Security Administration to deny Social Security Disability benefit claims the first time. In fact, multiple denials are not uncommon because of the strict requirements the SSA sets to qualify for these benefits. Not only do you...
Pennsylvania is one of the nation's leaders in the manufacturing industry, and machine shops play an important role. However, statistics show that these are dangerous places to work. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2019, just over 3 injury...
Despite the setbacks of your disability, you may find yourself holding onto the hope that you can return to work someday in Pennsylvania. But what about your SSD benefits? Does returning to work mean you can no longer receive support even if your disability continues...
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...
In the immediate aftermath of a birth of a new child in Pennsylvania, your excitement over your new arrival is likely so great that the expenses associated with caring for a new dependent probably do not register in your mind. Yet that may quickly change should your...
