Workers’ compensation entitles you to wage replacement and other benefits in the event of a workplace injury. But if you are taking your meal break, are you covered? A workday is typically demanding for a blue-collar worker, but you can also slip on wet floors during...
Injuries
What if your employer says your injury did not occur at work?
You know you got hurt while doing your job, but your employer says the injury did not happen at work. What happens next? This dispute can affect your medical care and income. Pennsylvania workers’ compensation can cover injuries connected to your work, even when the...
On-the-job shoulder injuries can derail a person’s career
Shoulder injuries at work are more common than most people think. Workers in every industry can suffer from this type of injury. Some shoulder injuries occur because of repetitive use, but others happen because of an on-the-job accident. The shoulder joint is...
2 times a broken bone can permanently alter someone’s career
Pennsylvania employees, especially those in high-risk professions, should be aware of the possibility that serious medical issues could affect their future employment options. Workers need to pay attention to their injuries so that they can continue working in...
Eye injury prevention is critical at work
Many jobs come with a risk to the employee’s eyes. It’s up to the employers to ensure that these individuals have the proper safety procedures and gear to protect their eyesight. Unfortunately, workers suffer eye injuries on a regular basis. Approximately 20,000 of...
Why shouldn’t you keep working after a knee injury?
Many professions put workers at risk of knee injuries. Construction workers, plumbers, electricians, delivery drivers, warehouse workers, linemen, utility installers and a host of other individuals climb, bend, kneel and stoop in a way that puts pressure on the knees....

