When does “your time” end and “your employer’s time” begin? This is an important question if you happen to get injured and hope to have workers’ compensation benefits cover your medical care and lost wages. The “going and coming” rule states that workers’ compensation...
Sustaining a work injury or contracting an occupational illness may make you eligible for workers' compensation benefits. This insurance can cover the costs you incur due to the injury or disease. Here are four examples of the damages you can claim: 1. Payment of lost...
It’s very dangerous to text and drive. In most places, it’s prohibited. Cellphones have massively increased the frequency of distracted driving, to the point that they are the first thing most people think of when considering distracted driving issues. But it is...
Employee misclassification is an all-too-common problem, despite laws against it and penalties for businesses determined to be guilty of it. It involves classifying a person who meets the legal requirements of an employee as an independent contractor. Pennsylvania...
In Pennsylvania, workers across many industries face daily hazards that can lead to severe injuries or even fatalities. From the high-risk environments of mining and construction to the unpredictable nature of agricultural work, the state’s labor force is engaged in...
Did you know that most car accidents have just one root cause? Of course, there can be many different factors that contribute to the crash. A drunk driver could cause one accident, while a distracted driver causes another. A fatigued driver could nod off behind the...
Car accidents are often life-altering events that bring with them a multitude of challenges, especially when it comes to handling medical expenses. If you find yourself in a car accident in Pennsylvania and are partially responsible for the collision, you might...
This year, attorneys Brad Bolinger, Tony Cosentino and Krystal MacIntyre made the 2024 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers lists for their excellence in personal injury and workers’ compensation law. The Super Lawyers selection process is rigorous and multifaceted, including...
Workplace injuries are a common occurrence, and repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) are among them. RSIs can manifest gradually over time, often due to repetitive motions or overuse of certain muscles or tendons. It's important to note that not all injuries are...
Nurses face many risks on the job, one of which comes when they have to lift or move patients. This can expose them to potential back injuries or spinal cord injuries. Registered nurses typically have a very high injury rate, when compared to other industries, and...