Workplace injuries are not always physical. In Pennsylvania, employees may suffer serious mental health conditions as a result of their job, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and work-induced stress. While mental health claims in...
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Third-Party Liability in Workplace Injuries: When Workers’ Compensation Isn’t the Only Option in Pennsylvania
Most Pennsylvania employees know that workers’ compensation provides benefits after a workplace injury. What many do not realize, however, is that workers’ compensation is not always the only legal remedy available. In certain situations, injured employees may have...
Non-Compete Agreements in Pennsylvania: Enforcement and Employee Rights
Non-compete agreements are common in many industries, but they are also one of the most misunderstood areas of employment law. In Pennsylvania, non-compete agreements are enforceable only under specific conditions, and both employers and employees have clearly defined...
Social Media Conduct and Employment Law in Pennsylvania: What Employees Need to Know
Social media is part of everyday life, but what you post online can sometimes affect your job. In Pennsylvania, employee social media conduct sits at the intersection of personal expression and employment law. Understanding your rights, and the limits of employer...
What to Expect at an Independent Medical Examination (IME)
What is an IME? If you’re involved in a workers’ compensation claim, you may be scheduled for an Independent Medical Examination (IME). Many injured workers feel anxious when they receive this notice, and for good reason. IMEs can significantly impact your benefits,...
Can You Be Fired While on Workers’ Compensation? What Injured Workers Need to Know
If you’ve been injured at work and are receiving workers’ compensation benefits, one of the biggest questions you may have is: “Can my employer fire me while I’m on workers’ comp?” The answer can be complicated, and it’s one of the most misunderstood areas of workers’...
Understanding Wage Loss Benefits in Workers’ Compensation
If you’ve been injured on the job, it’s important to understand the different types of disability (a.k.a. wage loss) benefits available under workers’ compensation. Knowing the difference between temporary total and temporary partial disability benefits can help you...
Notice of Rights & Duties and Medical Compliance: What Every Injured Worker Must Know
If you’ve been injured at work, you may have received a Notice of Rights and Duties from your employer or their workers’ compensation insurance company. While it might look like just another piece of paperwork, understanding this notice is crucial to protecting your...
Working Through the Holidays? Here’s What You Need to Know
The holiday season often brings long hours, extra shifts, and packed schedules, especially in industries like retail, healthcare, and hospitality. While many people assume that working through the holidays automatically means higher pay or special benefits, the truth...
Ensuring Warehouse Safety: Key OSHA Guidelines You Need to Know
Working in a warehouse can be fast-paced, physically demanding, and full of potential hazards. From heavy boxes to forklifts and slippery floors, it’s important to know how to stay safe on the job. That’s where OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration,...