Getting hurt on the job is a massive inconvenience. A worker needs to report the matter to their employer and likely end their shift early to seek medical care. Depending on how severe the injury is, they might be unable to work for days or even weeks. They may...
Seeking workers’ comp for aggravation of a preexisting condition
Seeking workers' compensation for the aggravation of a preexisting condition is not a straightforward process. As a result, understanding how these claims work is important for employees who find their medical conditions worsening due to employment-related challenges....
How non-compliance can affect workers’ compensation benefits
Injured workers whose conditions stem from their employment are usually eligible for benefits that can help to reduce the financial impact of their health concerns. The medical coverage available through workers' compensation is valuable even if someone already has...
What are the greatest dangers in construction?
Each year, the construction industry proves to be one of the most dangerous for workers. It consistently has the highest number of fatal accidents. Some of this is just that the construction industry is so massive, so there are millions of potential workers who could...
When does workers’ compensation medical coverage end?
Employees who get hurt while at work often have a laundry list of concerns. They worry about whether they will lose their job because they need an extended leave of absence. They may also worry about how they will cover the cost of medical treatment while away from...
Scheduled and non-scheduled injuries in workers’ comp claims
Understanding the distinction between scheduled and non-scheduled injuries in the context of workers’ compensation is vital. These two categories play a significant role in determining an injured worker’s compensation. Below are the differences between scheduled and...
Does Pennsylvania workers’ comp cover a pre-existing condition?
People don't generally understand workers' compensation benefits unless they have had to make use of the program previously. The basics that most people understand include how workers' compensation coverage applies to any injury that occurs on the job and to...
4 reasons workers’ compensation claims can be denied
You were recently injured while working. As a result, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits that would help cover medical expenses and lost wages. Unfortunately, many injured workers are denied workers’ compensation benefits. Here are a few reasons...
Does workers’ comp extend to commuting injuries?
Workers’ comp benefits can very important for employees, especially when they work in dangerous industries. But it’s also true that workers can get injured in office buildings, stores, restaurants, hospitals and in any other occupational situations that you can...
Can remote workers get workers’ comp?
Over the past several years, millions of Americans started working from home – or at coffee shops – on either a full-time or a part-time basis. Remote work has its perks, to be sure. However, there are some aspects of remote work that are more complex than onsite work...