Among the most serious things that can go wrong in construction is a trench collapse. Even though they’re generally preventable with the right precautions, like cave-in protection systems, these accident types becoming even more common. In fact, the Occupational...
Workers' compensation could help an employee recover from a workplace injury. An injured employee who files for worker's compensation benefits could receive medical coverage and lost wages no matter who caused an accident. Just because an employee filed for worker's...
In Pennsylvania, the workers' compensation system serves as a safety net for employees who experience work-related injuries or illnesses. It helps to ensure that injured workers receive quality, no-cost medical care, partial wage replacement and other valuable...
Workers' compensation benefits protect injured employees. People who cannot work due to pain or injuries can apply for benefits. They can potentially receive coverage for necessary medical treatment and also disability benefits while they cannot work. In theory,...
Losing wages due to disability can be financially devastating and emotionally distressing. If this happens, potentially the most viable way out is to claim your SSDI benefits. Unfortunately, the Social Security Administration (SSA) denies many disability claims,...
Many professionals in Pennsylvania work in the food service industry. From fast casual dining establishments and fast food restaurants to fine dining venues, there are many different types of culinary businesses across the state. Those working in the kitchens of these...
After a workplace accident, it can be unsettling when your workers’ compensation claim is denied. Missing out on benefits like lost wages and health care coverage can add financial strain to an already challenging situation. However, it’s not the end of the road. Many...
When you suffer a traumatic brain injury in a workplace accident – such as if you hit your head after a fall or are struck by an object falling from above – you have short-term and long-term symptoms. These can include sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, mental...
When someone gets hurt at work, they may require time off to heal. Medical treatment may also necessary for a full recovery. The Pennsylvania workers' compensation program provides medical benefits that can pay for the cost of medically necessary treatment. Whether...
Images of a construction mishap or workplace slip-and-fall might come to mind when considering occupational injuries, but they happen in more than high-risk industries. Two seemingly low-impact sectors – education and business – harbor a surprising potential for...