Workers’ Compensation
Warehouse Workers Have Rights to Workers’ Compensation
The warehouse industry is ingrained in our daily lives. Most of the products we use are stored in warehouses before reaching the consumer. There is a constant hustle and bustle within these warehouse spaces as workers move products. Warehouse employees use a range of machines to get products in and out of the facility like…
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation for Hanover Factory Workers
There are very few areas that still have manufacturing plants and factories. Hanover is one of those locations. Factory workers and manual laborers face exponential dangers that many other workers in Pennsylvania do not. An injury in the workplace can be a career-ending situation. Injured workers trust that their employer will cover all medical costs…
Read MoreCan You Appeal if Your Workers’ Compensation Claim Is Denied?
Being injured on the job can be frightening and painful. Not only are you injured, but you are unable to work. That is what workers’ compensation is for. However, what happens when your claim for compensation is not accepted? You likely feel frustrated (and probably a little anxious) when this happens, but there is something…
Read MoreDo I Have to Release My Medical Records for a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Being hurt while on the clock is a frustrating and painful experience. Not only are you injured, but now you may be facing lost wages because you cannot work. Missing work, however, does not necessarily mean missing out on being paid for days you would have worked. Workers’ compensation is a no-fault system that provides…
Read MoreWhat Is an Independent Medical Exam?
Employers and employees understand the importance of medical examinations in a workers’ compensation claim. The medical expertise of a physician can help to answer certain questions related to a work-related injury. However, sometimes, employees do not have the option of seeking the medical care of their primary care physician. Employees may have to choose a…
Read MoreOrthopedic Injuries and Workers’ Compensation in Pennsylvania
One common truth of every occupation in America is that work-related injuries can happen when you least expect it. Even remote workers are at risk of suffering from specific work-related injuries. Some of the common work-related injuries are slip and fall accidents, overexertion injuries, and injuries from falling objects. Overexertion injuries are the result of…
Read MoreIn A Car Crash in a Work Vehicle; What Happens Next?
Accidents — something we all may experience at least once in our life whether it’s a fender bender or a major collision. Car accidents become even more complicated if they occur while you are driving a company vehicle. While there are benefits of driving a company car, such as mileage and wear and tear not…
Read MoreGood Deed Gone Wrong – Injured While Volunteering
Most organizations need the help of volunteers to keep their business moving forward. But what happens if a volunteer is injured at work? Who is responsible? Is the company required to cover any medical expenses? It can be a tricky and complex situation when volunteers come into play. Read on to learn what types of…
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation 101
You may often hear about workers’ compensation on a commercial or on a billboard on the side of the road, but what is workers’ compensation? How might it apply to you? Understanding workers’ compensation will benefit you as an employer or as an employee. Read on to learn how workers’ compensation works. What is Workers’…
Read MoreInjured at work – now what?
The unthinkable has happened – you were injured on the job. Under the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act, everyone who has suffered a work-related injury or has contracted a work-related illness or disease that prevents them from carrying out their daily work responsibilities is eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. While workers’ compensation is intended to help…
Read MoreRepetitive Stress Injuries for Workers’ Compensation
Many believe workers’ compensation only covers work-related injuries like hurting your back while lifting a heavy object, slipping and falling on a wet floor or breaking an arm. While all of these injuries may be covered by workers’ compensation, there are other injuries that are just as common that could be covered. A large portion…
Read MoreQ&A with Drew Gannon: What to do if injured in another state for work
Being injured on the job can cause not only physical pain but also frustration. Additional frustration and confusion can be caused by being injured on the job in a different state. Each state has different statutes for workers’ compensation, which can affect how you are covered if injured. Drew Gannon, a certified Pennsylvania workers’ compensation…
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