A firefighter has 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...
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Why File for Workers’ Compensation if You Have Health Insurance?
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 acquire a medical condition related to your job, you can claim benefits. If you already have health insurance through your...
What Happens When Construction Workers are Hurt on the Job?
When construction workers get hurt on the job, they typically have the option to pursue workers’ compensation coverage. Those working as subcontractors or contractors may not have an employer, and in those cases, they will need to seek personal injury claims rather...
How to Deal With a Workplace Bully
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. This includes dealing with a workplace...
Workplace Discrimination Could Harm Your Small Business
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 workplace discrimination impact the person on the receiving end, but it...
Yes, You Need to See a Doctor if You Are Injured at Work.
If you are injured at work, your first priority should always be to see a doctor, but many workers put a brave face on it and battle on instead. That could be because you feel your employer depends on you, or because you worry they will fire you if you take time off....
Are You Eligible for Workers’ Compensation as a Remote Employee?
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...
What Happens After a Denial of Your Workers’ Compensation Claim?
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...
Why is Harassment More Common than Reported?
When you read harassment statistics -- such as counts of workers who have experienced sexual harassment on the job -- you can be sure that the stats themselves are deceptive. They do not paint the true picture. The issue is that many harassment cases are never...
How Much is My Workers’ Compensation Worth?
Accidents happen all the time. When you are hurt on the job in Pennsylvania, you may be entitled to a workers’ compensation claim. The monetary award from this claim is meant to cover your treatment costs as well as any other financial implication arising from your...