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...
You’ve been injured on the job and are facing a significant amount of time off to recover. You’re looking into filing a workers’ compensation claim, which would help to relieve some of the financial strain stemming from your circumstances. Nonetheless, filing for...
Most people associate dementia with old age. However, this is not entirely the case. Dementia is actually an umbrella term that describes disorders and conditions characterized by loss of central nervous function. Dementia is one of the leading causes of cognitive...
Workers' compensation insurance is designed to protect employees who are injured on the job – but insurance companies aren’t known to be particularly trusting of claims. They can and do conduct investigations to determine the legitimacy of claims. To that end, it is...
If you sustain injuries at work or while engaging in work-related activities off the clock, you may be entitled to financial restitution via workers’ compensation benefits. One of the questions you might have while pursuing or receiving workers’ comp is whether you...
Whenever someone goes to work, they could potentially get hurt. Their job responsibilities might put them at risk of a fall or toxic chemical exposure. They could overexert themselves or develop a repetitive stress injury after years of doing the same job functions....
Workers’ compensation benefits are supposed to be an easy, no-fault system that can provide injured workers with important benefits – but not every case goes the way it should. If your case involves litigation, you can almost bet that you will eventually be sent for...
Many Americans apply for Social Security Disability benefits after developing a medical condition or suffering an injury that prevents them from working. These benefits can greatly help people sustain themselves and their families. However, applicants are often denied...
If you are a Pennsylvania worker who suffers injuries or illness due to your on-the-job duties, you are eligible to file for worker’s compensation benefits. However, your company may still reject your claim and deny your benefits. Some companies try to keep costs down...
Knee injuries are a common occurrence in the workplace. Repetitive motions, awkward sitting positions and sudden trauma can cause these injuries. While some knee injuries can be treated with rest and physical therapy, others may require surgery and long-term medical...