Workers’ Compensation
I Slipped Walking into Work – What Should I Do
Slip and falls are one of the top three leading causes of preventable injury-related fatalities and account for 31% of all preventable nonfatal injuries. If you were a victim of a slip-and-fall accident outside your workplace, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation. What Should You Do After the Injury at Work? There are…
Read More5 Safety Tips for HVAC Technicians this Summer
HVAC technicians are exposed to hazards such as deadly chemicals, unprotected wires, sharp tools and toxic inhalants on a daily basis. As a result, these employees have one of the highest rates of injury and illness among blue-collar workers. Safety is an important part of the job, and technicians should always be aware of the…
Read MoreNavigating Workers’ Compensation Guidelines in Your New Trade Career
Working within the trade field requires a lot of physical activity. There is a good chance that at some point during your career, you or someone you know will experience an injury while on the job. In 2019, the trade industry had 46,153 individuals report injuries while on the job. Only the education and health…
Read MoreAmerican Heart Month Creates Awareness for Pre-Existing Conditions and Workers’ Compensation
Valentine’s Day isn’t the only reason to think about “hearts” in February. February also brings awareness to heart disease as it has been coined American Heart Month. Heart disease doesn’t just affect those who are older; it can happen to anyone at any age. Annually, heart disease is attributed to 1 in 4 deaths in…
Read MoreQ&A with Dean Dominick: How has a sedentary workplace impacted workers’ compensation?
As U.S. jobs continue to evolve, more individuals are sitting at desks in front of screens. An estimated 86 percent of all U.S. workers sit all day for their jobs, according to a U.S. News & World Report article. This contributes to an average of 13 hours of sitting per day. Sitting, which has been…
Read MoreThe History of Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ compensation is an insurance program that provides benefits for employees who have suffered a work-related illness or injury. In exchange for workers’ compensation benefits, employees cannot sue their employer. Sometimes, this limitation can be problematic for the employee. How can they know much they are entitled to for an injury or illness that may…
Read MoreQ&A with Jennifer Kline: Why was my workers’ compensation claim denied?
Workers’ compensation insurance is in place so that employees can receive medical treatment and lost wages when they are injured on the job. Unfortunately, the workers’ compensation insurance company may deny your claim for a number of reasons. Jennifer Kline, one of our certified workers’ compensation specialists, talks about common reasons why a claim may…
Read MoreDeath Star Workplace Injuries
Congratulations on securing a new position on the Death Star, the most advanced piece of planet-killing technology in a galaxy far, far away. While the name might sound intimidating, we guarantee a safe working environment. There are just a few safety issues you should be aware of when working here, so human resources — with…
Read More13 Questions to Ask About Workers’ Compensation Coverage
Most people picture someone who needs workers’ compensation as a person who gets injured on a construction site. Maybe they see a lineman for the local phone company wounded while fixing a telephone pole during a storm. Or perhaps they think of someone working in a warehouse who injures their back while lifting bulky items.…
Read MoreQ&A with Dean Dominick: What are the pros and cons of telemedicine related to my workers’ compensation case?
Going to a medical provider’s appointment requires a decent amount of preparation and time to organize. From the initial phone call making the appointment to the travel and possibly taking hours off from work, visiting your doctor can be a sizable time commitment. Modern telecommunications technology has delivered a solution to this issue called telemedicine,…
Read MoreCan My Workers’ Comp Claim Be Denied Because of My Medication?
Suffering an injury on the job can be devastating. From missed work and wages to potentially years of recovery, workplace accidents can disrupt and change your life dramatically. Unfortunately, depending on the industry you work in, it can be a very real threat. The last thing you will want to worry about is whether or…
Read MorePetition to Terminate vs. Petitions to Suspend Workers’ Compensation Benefits
For those who have been injured on the job, workers’ compensation benefits are essential. If an injury prevents you from earning your wages, your family still needs to be fed, and bill collectors still need to be paid. Sadly, workplace injuries occur regularly here in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. According to the annual report on…
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