If you got hurt on the job in Pennsylvania, your doctor may clear you for light-duty work. What happens, though, when your employer has no light-duty position to offer? This question matters more than you think because the answer affects your paycheck. What light-duty...
Getting hurt during required training can feel confusing, particularly when you are new to the job and unsure whether the company considers you fully on the clock. If the activity is connected to your job duties, Pennsylvania workers’ compensation may still apply....
Nurses know that their day can change in an instant. In addition to the demands that come with the profession and meeting patient needs, a single wrong move can lead to a serious injury. One moment you are helping a patient sit up or shift for a procedure and the next...
An on-the-job injury can leave you worried about pain, missed paychecks and your household’s financial stability. If your boss suggests PTO during your recovery, it can seem like the fastest way to keep income coming in. However, Pennsylvania workers’ compensation can...
The going and coming rule applies to workers' compensation claims arising from a car accident during a person's commute. If a worker who is driving to the office is involved in an accident and suffers serious injuries, they may want to seek workers' compensation...
A workplace injury can create both physical and financial challenges. As workers' compensation benefits help address some of those concerns, questions may arise about how long the payments will last. If you have been receiving benefits, knowing what may affect ongoing...
Personal protective equipment (PPE) protects the body from physical, chemical, electrical and biological hazards. Examples of workers exposed to these hazards are those in the construction, healthcare, laboratory, first responder, manufacturing and agricultural...
After a workplace injury, workers’ compensation benefits can provide financial support while you recover. Workers’ comp covers the cost of your medical treatment and replaces a portion of your wages while you’re unable to work. At some point, you may receive a...
A denied Social Security Disability claim can be frustrating, particularly when you believe your medical condition prevents you from working. Fortunately, a denial does not necessarily mean the end of the process. Many successful appeals are supported by stronger and...
You step onto a Philadelphia construction site every day, ready to work hard and keep your team safe. However, when a faulty nail gun, a defective saw or a failing scaffold causes an injury, the pain and financial pressure can come fast. Pennsylvania law gives injured...