A work-related injury should never, ever be taken lightly by you as well as your employer. First off, this is your life, your career and your health, so, if injured and temporarily unable to work, take charge of matters and pursue workers’ compensation benefits...

Workers’ Compensation
Getting the right information about workers’ compensation
Workplace injuries in Pennsylvania are, unfortunately, quite common. This is one of the reasons why the state has a workers’ compensation in place, just like all other states in America. The concept of the system is actually quite simple: employers pay into the system...
Why was my workers’ compensation claim rejected?
Getting hurt while at work can be a heavy burden on a Pennsylvanian. Not only must the victim cope with the pain and suffering of their physical harm but they must also deal with losing income from missing time on the job. For many men and women who find themselves in...
Understanding the difference between heat stroke and heat exhaustion
This summer Washington state has seen exceptionally hot weather conditions. This poses a danger of heat illness to workers who perform outdoor jobs. Two common forms of heat illness are heatstroke and heat exhaustion. Both heat exhaustion and heatstroke can be...
Workers’ compensation: Choosing a doctor
Like many people in Pennsylvania, you work at a place that provides workers' compensation coverage. If you get hurt or sick because of your activities at work, your employer should have already provided a list of health care providers for you to choose from to seek...
What types of benefits does workers’ compensation provide?
When an accident occurs at work, your injury should receive medical attention regardless of how minor it may seem at first. If you do not have the means to pay for an ER or doctor visit, you should still seek treatment. Workers' compensation can cover the medical...
Am I covered by workers’ comp in Pennsylvania?
If you contract an illness or receive an injury because of your work, workers' compensation can help cover your medical costs and possible wage losses. The good news is, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, the Workers’ Compensation...
In how many feet of snow did you work today?
Following the late-winter cold spell and heavy snowfalls -- several feet in some areas in Pennsylvania -- readers may want to spare a thought for workers who earn their livelihoods by working outdoors. While being out in nature has its benefits in other seasons, some...
Who is responsible for job site injuries?
Working in construction comes with more than its fair share of risks. Individuals employed in the field are subjected to a large number of inherent dangers. It's always important to follow safety procedures, but unfortunately, accidents still happen. These are the...