Firefighters have levels of stress that most of us cannot even fathom. Part of that comes from the sheer unpredictability of the job. They never know from literally minute to minute what they will be called upon to do – be at the scene of a fatal car wreck, put out a...
The company that employs you pays for workers' compensation coverage for you and everyone else that works there. If you get hurt at work or if you acquire a medical condition related to your job, you can claim benefits. Workers can potentially receive disability...
When construction workers get hurt at work, they typically have the option to pursue workers’ compensation coverage. Those who are working as subcontractors or contractors may not have an employer, and in those cases will need to pursue personal injury claims rather...
For the average employee, much of their week is spent in the working environment. While no workplace is completely free from stressful situations, it is important that they are free from discrimination, hostility and harassment. Being subjected to bullying behavior...
Every single paycheck you earn has deductions taken from it to pay into Social Security. Most people will make a claim against those contributions when they retire, but some people will need help before then. Working adults who suffer debilitating medical events or...
Employees in Pennsylvania have a right to work in a setting that is free from discrimination. The psychological harm that results from being discriminated against can be devastating. Not only does discrimination impact the person on the receiving end, but it can also...
If you have an accident at work, you might put a brave face on it and battle on. That could be because you feel your employer depends on you. Or it might be because you worry they will fire you if you take time off for an injury. First things first: While your...
The pandemic has substantially changed the world of work in Pennsylvania and throughout America. For example, working remotely has become more commonplace than ever before. At first, it was a sensible way to prevent the spread of illness. Keeping people apart...
There are numerous requirements for an injured worker in Pennsylvania who needs workers' compensation. They have to tell their employer about their diagnosis in a timely manner. There are also specific timelines that apply to benefits claims and employer reporting to...
Becoming disabled and unable to work means that you’ll have to find a way to pay your bills. People who aren’t expected to be able to work for at least the next 12 months do have the option to file a claim for Social Security Disability Insurance. While it might seem...