Many workers throughout Pennsylvania and elsewhere have been affected in some way by COVID-19. For those who are out of work, the concern likely centers around how they will be able to meet their financial obligations. For those who are still working, the concern likely relates to the possibility of catching the virus while continuing to perform their job duties. Our Lancaster workers’ comp lawyer has heard from both unemployed and currently employed workers who have active workers’ compensation claims during this time, so we would like to take a moment to address some of the commonly-asked questions you may…
Continue reading Dealing With Your Workers’ Compensation Claim During the PandemicWorkers in the oil and gas industries face some of America’s most dangerous job sites on a daily basis. One of the greatest risks they face is the potential for explosions. Each year, numerous workers suffer serious injuries and/or lose their lives in explosions throughout the U.S. When you get hurt in a gas plant or oil refinery accident, there are three primary ways you can seek compensation for your injuries. But, depending on the circumstances, you may only have certain options available, and you may need to act quickly to protect your legal rights. As a result, after being…
Continue reading Workers’ Rights to Compensation for Oil and Gas Explosion InjuriesWe all know that life in general can be stressful, but add to it issues concerning finances, family wellness and work stability, and things may seem to be unbearable at times. As workers’ compensation attorneys in Pennsylvania, we often hear from clients who have admitted to struggling with all types of injuries that are physical in nature. However, there are times when the workplace is the breeding ground for a variety of psychological stressors as well. It’s no secret that a job can be one of the highest causes of stress in one’s life. If you believe that your work-related…
Continue reading A Brief Look at Pennsylvania’s Workers’ Compensation Coverage for Psychological InjuriesIf you have sustained injuries while performing your job duties, you may have many questions about what to do next and your legal rights in general. Our Lancaster job accident lawyer provides answers to some of the most common questions about the workers’ compensation process in Pennsylvania to help you understand your rights and options. These questions and answers are meant to assist with your research and do not replace speaking directly to an attorney about the specifics of your situation. Workers’ Comp Coverage: Which Illnesses and/or Injuries Are Covered in Pennsylvania? Regardless of fault, a great majority of illnesses…
Continue reading Get Answers to Your Pennsylvania Workers’ Comp Frequently Asked QuestionsWorking various shifts within a 24-hour period can be very difficult for an individual, especially when he or she is subjected to changing shift times every few days or every other week. Unfortunately, such frequent changes in work hours can lead to something known as “shift work disorder.” Shift work disorder, which is also referred to as “shift work sleep disorder,” generally causes the worker to experience difficulty sleeping, tiredness, fatigue and excessive sleepiness during daytime hours. All of these issues can result in injuries and accidents in the workplace, as well as with absenteeism and mistakes in judgment while…
Continue reading What is Shift Work Disorder?As we conclude our four-part series on mistakes to avoid when pursuing a workers’ compensation case, our Lancaster workplace accident attorney will discuss failing to hire an attorney for your case (or choosing the wrong type of attorney), lying to your attorney and providing the insurance company with a recorded statement and/or signing medical authorizations. Error 8: Choosing the Wrong Attorney or Not Hiring a Skilled Lancaster Workplace Accident Attorney For Your Case Insurance adjusters, regardless of how pleasant they are when speaking to you or how nice they seem to be, do not have your best interest in mind….
Continue reading Mistakes to Avoid When Pursuing a Workers’ Comp Case: Part IVSo far in our series, we have provided crucial information to injured workers regarding four errors that could demolish their workers’ compensation claim. In Part III of this series, our Lancaster workplace accident attorney will look at failing to go back to work when approved by the doctor, doing job duties that go beyond the doctor’s recommendations and getting caught doing so, and believing that the workers’ comp adjuster’s average weekly wage calculation is accurate. Error 5: Failing to Go Back to Work When the Doctor Says You Can Do So Safely Depending on the extent of your injuries, your…
Continue reading Mistakes to Avoid When Pursuing a Workers’ Comp Case: Part IIIIn Part One of this series, we discussed the importance of acting right away after an on-the-job accident occurs, as well as telling your doctor the full extent of your injuries without creating false symptoms or injuries. In Part Two of our series, our Lancaster workplace accident attorney will discuss mistakes related to doctor selection and failure to heed the doctor’s advice. Error 3: Using the Employer’s Doctor and Failing to Choose Your Own Physician Unfortunately, many hurt workers may not even realize that they do not have to use an employer-provided doctor. While using the company’s doctor may seem…
Continue reading Mistakes to Avoid When Pursuing a Workers’ Comp Case: Part IIIf you have been hurt on the job, you are undoubtedly suffering from not only physical pain, but also emotional pain as you begin to face the harsh reality that you may be out of work for weeks, months or even longer. Each Lancaster workplace accident attorney at our firm understands this and we are prepared to assist you as much as possible with your claim to ensure you get the just compensation you deserve. In this four-part series, we will discuss a number of mistakes you need to avoid while dealing with your workers’ comp case — errors that…
Continue reading Mistakes to Avoid When Pursuing a Workers’ Comp Case: Part IThere are a variety of jobs in which workers can face both minor and major injuries. When we think of injuries, we usually immediately think of jobs in manufacturing or construction. However, our Lancaster hurt at work lawyers are often contacted by individuals who work in retail. To be clear, practically any job will be subjected to some type of injury risk and according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), retail ranks high among the list of industries where workers have sustained injuries while performing their job duties. What Are Some of the Causes of Retail…
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