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Factory workers play a critical role in the manufacturing of goods that Americans count on. This process often involves constant exposure to loud machinery, but the risk that comes with this is often overlooked. Hearing damage in factory workers doesn’t happen...
If you get injured on the job, you technically can delay making a report. For instance, the statute of limitations is three years for workers' comp claims. Injured workers are supposed to inform their employer that they’ve been hurt within 120 days. But realistically,...
People who work in specialized professions, such as construction or building maintenance, likely recognize that they could fall from an elevation. Employers generally have to provide training and safety equipment to prevent significant falls in a work environment....
Recovering from a workplace injury often means facing tough decisions. Among these is whether to accept a lump sum settlement from your employer’s workers’ compensation insurer. While the idea of receiving a large, one-time payment may seem appealing, you must...
If your workers' compensation claim has been denied, you may have the right to appeal the decision. The appeal process helps ensure that Workers' Compensation Judges (WCJs) follow Pennsylvania law and base their decisions on substantial evidence. Below are some...
Workplace injuries and work-acquired medical conditions may require treatment. Some employees think that a workers' compensation claim could endanger their careers. Others don't want to cause financial complications for their employers. In some cases, people try to...
Have you ever been told to “put your back into it” at work? Employers, managers and foremen often say this when they want their employees to put more effort into a physical task. Yet, the advice is unwise and potentially problematic. There is now much greater...
Nurses spend their workdays treating those who have suffered injuries, illnesses or other ailments. Unfortunately, many nurses are also injured themselves while providing these services. They may need to know how to seek workers' compensation after such an injury. But...
Some work injuries are industry-specific. People working in kitchens have to worry about burns and lacerations. Those working in factories have to worry about heavy machinery. Other types of risks are an issue in most workplaces. When looking at job safety statistics,...
Hardworking professionals can develop injuries when something goes wrong at work. They can get hurt by machinery or tools. They may also end up hurt by their own work ethic and/or circumstances in some cases. Individuals who perform the same tasks repeatedly for many...