Workers’ compensation claims for psychological injuries, such as PTSD, can be complex. Pennsylvania law allows for compensation for mental health conditions. Proving these injuries involves several unique challenges. Proving a psychological injury The first hurdle is...
Workers’ Compensation
Transitioning from temporary to permanent workers’ compensation
Workers' compensation is a crucial safety net for employees injured on the job, providing financial and medical benefits during recovery. In Pennsylvania, these benefits include temporary and permanent disability options. It is important for all workers to understand...
Can you get workers compensation for a shoulder injury?
Shoulder injuries are common in many workplaces. This is especially true in jobs that involve repetitive motion, heavy lifting, or awkward positions. An injury can significantly impact one's ability to perform their job. Fortunately, workers' compensation benefits...
Needlestick, sharps injuries may lead to serious complications
Needlestick and sharps injuries pose notable risks to the health and safety of health care workers. These injuries occur when a needle or other sharp object punctures or cuts a health care worker’s skin. Understanding the potential complications associated with...
Steps to take after workers’ comp denial in Pennsylvania
Facing a denial of your workers' compensation claim in Pennsylvania can be disheartening. However, you can take proactive steps to address the situation. Understanding what to do after a workers' compensation claim denial can help you file an appeal. Review the denial...
How can a serious workplace injury affect your mental state?
Workplaces are often viewed as spaces of productivity, collaboration and success. However, the hidden dangers that lurk beneath the surface can have a profound impact on employees. One such danger is the occurrence of serious workplace injuries. While the immediate...
Can you get workers’ compensation if you can still work?
In the state of Pennsylvania, workers' compensation provides benefits for workers who sustain injuries or illnesses on the job. These benefits include wage loss compensation, medical care and specific loss benefits. But a common question among employees is whether...
What workers should know about repetitive motion disorders
Many people in the workforce have to perform repetitive motions for hours on end, whether it be typing on a keyboard, using a mouse or performing assembly line work. While these tasks may seem harmless, they can lead to a variety of injuries known as repetitive motion...
Frequently asked questions about workers’ compensation
If you get hurt on the job, your employer usually has to cover the costs of medical treatment related to the injury, give you a portion of your lost wages, and pay some other expenses. This is the workers' compensation system at work. Workers' compensation laws vary...
Hazards that nurses face
Nurses play a vital role in the healthcare industry, but they face a variety of hazards. These hazards often result in injuries or illnesses that require missed work days and medical treatment. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the majority of injuries...