How Do Wage Loss Benefits Work in a PA Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Workers’ compensation wage loss benefits play a pivotal role in safeguarding the well-being of employees and ensuring financial security during times of injury or illness. How are wage loss benefits calculated? There are a number of formulas used to calculate an injured worker’s wage rate. Generally speaking, the injured worker’s earnings for the 4 quarters…
Read MorePennsylvania Court Decided That Workers’ Compensation May Be Responsible for Reimbursing the Cost of Medical Marijuana
The Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court recently made the decision that workers’ compensation benefits must reimburse expenses for medical marijuana in certain circumstances. This is great news for workers who use medical marijuana to alleviate their pain and suffering while recovering from various workplace injuries and illnesses. Some people were surprised by the ruling, but Pennsylvania is…
Read MoreHow Soon Should I See a Doctor After a Car Accident?
No matter how severe a car accident is, it is important to seek medical attention. Even when you believe you’ve sustained no injuries, you should still have a medical professional look over you. There are many reasons why this is a good idea, including delayed symptoms of more severe injuries and for legal reasons when…
Read MoreDo I Call a Lawyer or My Insurance Company First After a Car Accident?
Unless you are in car accidents often, it can be difficult to know what to do following a collision. Of course, first you should ensure that you are safe by going to see a medical professional if you have been injured in any way from the crash. When you are looking for pay and compensation,…
Read MorePennsylvania’s Roads Have Been Especially Deadly in 2023
If you’re anything like us, you’ve noticed an increasing number of reports about car accidents in Pennsylvania. Whether you get your news from the internet or the radio, it seems like every day there’s at least one story about someone getting into a fatal accident. It may feel like our highways and local roads are…
Read MoreRemembering the Victims of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire
The Triangle Shirtwaist Fire is a tragic and historic event that took place on March 25, 1911, in New York City. It is considered one of the deadliest industrial disasters in the United States and had a profound impact on labor rights and workplace safety. New York City recently unveiled a memorial dedicated to the…
Read MoreAnother Day, Another Fatal Accident on I-83
If you live or work in South Central Pennsylvania (or Maryland), you know there’s no escaping I-83. It runs for about 85 miles, right up to the State Capital in Harrisburg. You also know that accidents along I-83 are sadly common. On October 17th, the stretch of I-83 near exit 47 shut down for seven…
Read MoreWhat Are “Specific Loss Benefits” in a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Getting injured at work may only mean a sore back or maybe a sprained ankle to some of us, but many workers have to consider more severe injuries, such as the loss of a limb or loss of vision. This sort of extreme injury is known as a specific loss, and in Pennsylvania (and many…
Read MoreFatal Wrong-Way Crash on I-83 May Have Been Caused by Detour Confusion
A wrong-way collision between a tractor-trailer and another driver on Monday caused a fatality. Per multiple news reports, the truck was traveling the wrong way on southbound I-83 when it struck 47-year-old Hendry Nunez. Mr. Nunez’s car rolled over the guardrail and down an embankment, landing against a tree. He died at the scene. According…
Read MoreCan I Claim Workers’ Compensation If I Have a Pre-Existing Injury?
If you have a pre-existing injury that becomes worse at work you may experience a lot of stress and frustration, not only from the physical pain and suffering, but also from a loss of income and the accumulation of medical bills. It is possible to file for workers’ compensation to help you get through this…
Read MoreThe Human Brain Takes Almost One Minute to Switch Between Tasks: New Findings Related to Distracted Driving
Most drivers are aware of the consequences of distracted driving. However, they continue to multitask while driving, causing many car accidents and collisions across Hanover, Pennsylvania and the rest of the country. One of the main reasons for this is false confidence, which causes people to think that they can successfully multitask behind the wheel.…
Read MoreFalls Are One of the Leading Causes of Severe Injuries and Death
When a business or property owner fails to make sure their premises are safe and harm-free for their guests or customers, people who visit the property often become hurt. This happens when a person trips over something or falls. As a result, they may face accumulating medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, loss of…
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