Does Workers’ Compensation Pay for Surgery?
When you're injured on the job, it can be a stressful and confusing time, especially if your injuries require surgery and an extended time away from work. You likely have many questions about how you will pay for your medical…
Read MoreBrain and Head Injuries at Work
In Pennsylvania, head injuries at work are among the most serious on-the-job injuries. According to the PA Department of Labor and Industry, head injuries made up 12% of all reported injuries in 2019. That's more than 20,000 incidents over the…
Read MoreA Review of the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act
When you're injured on the job, you are entitled to workers' compensation benefits to help you with the financial repercussions of your injury. While the process may seem straightforward, the entire workers' compensation process in Pennsylvania can be somewhat complicated.…
Read MoreWarehouse Worker Injuries Spiked in 2021
Over the past 18 months, warehouses have had to ramp up production due to an increase in demands, quicker turnaround times, and staffing decreases and challenges. All of these factors create a safety risk, and whenever a rush is in…
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation and Hearing Loss
October is National Protect Your Hearing Month, a time to remind both employers and employees about the importance of protecting one of our most valuable senses. Over time, being around hazardous noise can make you lose your hearing — and once…
Read MoreWork Injury Denied by Insurance. Should I Call a Workers’ Comp Attorney?
If you were injured on the job and your workers' comp claim was denied, you don't have to take no for an answer! Navigating the Pennsylvania workers' comp system is challenging and complex - you have the right to benefits…
Read MoreHurt on the Job Spotlight: Sanitation, Recycling and Garbage Workers
The men and women who work in sanitation as recycling or garbage workers are essential to keeping our community in Lancaster clean and safe. Yet, their daily work exposes them to risks that can cause injury or even death. The…
Read MoreForklift Training and Safety: Why is it Critical?
Forklifts, or powered industrial trucks, are commonly used in factories, warehouses, construction sites, and retail stores to move materials. While they can save companies both time and money in their operations, they present serious risks and dangers. Forklift operators are…
Read MoreHurt on the Job? Outdoor Work is Risky Business!
This is arguably one of the best times to be outdoors. As we nudge our way into Fall, it means comfortable temperatures without the elements of the frigid winter months or the hot summer months. However, even with these more…
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation Questions Answered on FOX43 Morning News
Because Pennsylvania is home to one of the largest and most diversified economies in the United States, workers' compensation is a big topic in Lancaster, and all of our state. From construction and manufacturing jobs, to employment in the healthcare,…
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