Children are prone to accidents. Tripping, falling and accidents of all kinds are a part of growing up, yet sometimes, injuries to children are not the result of a simple accident. If your child suffered serious or concerning injuries in an accident while visiting a...
Year: 2017
How long is the waiting period for workers’ comp benefits?
Despite the efforts of safety authorities to protect workers nationwide, including in Pennsylvania, occupational hazards will always exist. Do you work for a company whose management focuses on profits with total disregard for employee safety? Your concern over your...
The repercussions of a closed head injury could be lifelong
Anytime someone suffers from a head injury, a possibility of lifelong repercussions exists. If your doctors told you that you suffered a closed head injury, you may wonder what that could mean for the rest of your life. It all depends on the severity and type of...
When a trip on an escalator ends in a trip to the hospital
You could take the stairs, but why? A perfectly good escalator is right next to the stairs, which would get you to the next floor more quickly. You've probably used an escalator thousands of times, but it only takes one time for an accident to occur that could send...
Traumatic brain injuries are prevalent in many occupations
How safe is your workplace? Safe work environments are an often-unrecognized contributor to the bottom line, but many Pennsylvania employers fail to prioritize employee health and safety. For this reason, you might be responsible for keeping a lookout for hazards that...
Preparation for an injury claim may help you find the right help
Not only can involvement in a truck accident leave you feeling frightened, but it may also have left you with serious injuries. Because big rigs often haul heavy loads and have a greater size that other vehicles, an accident with a truck can cause significant damage....
Don’t take a denied workers’ comp claim lying down
If you spend your days working in an industry in which the likelihood of suffering a debilitating on-the-job injury is high, you may naturally be concerned about providing for your family if you are unable to return to work. Your employer might reassure you about...
Are you accumulating expenses due to a cumulative trauma injury?
Pennsylvania workers know that they have the right to workers' compensation benefits if they suffer injuries in a work-related accident. However, you may be unaware of your rights if you are suffering from a physical ailment that developed over time as a result of the...
Kick your opioid habit before it kicks you
The opioid epidemic that has swept across our nation threatens the lives of people in Pennsylvania and across the country. Business owners in all industries have expressed concern about the threat and the impact it could have on their profits. Sadly, if you are a...
How will your family cope if you are debilitated by a work injury?
As a member of the Pennsylvania workforce, you might be concerned about the welfare of your family should you suffer serious injuries in an on-the-job accident. Even with workers' compensation insurance coverage, your fears are not without ground because there can be...