Healthcare is dangerous work. From combative patients to potential needlesticks carrying contagious diseases, hazards are everywhere in this industry. However, if you’re an orderly or a certified nursing assistant (CNA), workers’ comp benefits can pay for the medical care you need and provide a financial cushion if you must be…
Healthcare workers’ comp is no different than workers’ comp for other types of injured workers. If you’re someone’s employee and you are injured while performing your job, you’re likely entitled to workers’ comp benefits. Workers Compensation for Healthcare Workers Healthcare workers employed by doctors’ offices, medical facilities, urgent care centers,…
Pennsylvania Act 121 makes it easier for first responders to seek workers’ compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress injuries (PTSI), also known as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The law could be a game-changer for individuals struggling with mental issues connected to their jobs in law enforcement, firefighting, or emergency medical services. …
Between the long hours, heavy workloads, unruly students, and standing for long stretches, teachers are more at risk for on-the-job injuries than some might assume. If you’ve suffered an injury while teaching or attending a job-related function, you need to speak with a teacher work injury lawyer right away. At…
Are you dealing with a serious L4-L5-S1 back injury and wondering how much your workers’ comp case might be worth? Back injuries at these levels can change how you work, move, and live. Injured workers can seek settlements that cover their medical care, lost wages, and future limitations. Your employer…
A workers’ compensation settlement can provide a lump-sum payment in place of ongoing benefits for a bulging disc injury. It can cover lost wages, medical expenses, and the long-term impact of the injury on your future earnings. The amount you can get depends on factors such as the quality of…
Getting hurt at work sets off a confusing and stressful chain of events, particularly when the injury requires medical treatment. Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation program covers virtually all employees in the state, which means you should be eligible for medical and wage loss benefits. However, accessing those benefits can be challenging….
You shouldn’t have to worry about where you go for emergency treatment after a severe workplace injury. In Pennsylvania, that’s not an issue, thankfully. Under state law, the answer to “Can you go to the ER on workers’ comp?” is an unequivocal yes. Your employer might still give you trouble,…
Have you been asked to complete a functional capacity evaluation for your workers’ comp claim? The outcome of that exam could influence decisions about your job and your benefits, so you should understand what the test might mean for your case. Here’s what you need to know. What Is a…
Has work-related stress left you unable to do your job in Pennsylvania? You could be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, but getting those benefits is not always easy. Pennsylvania sets strict standards for these claims, and many workers give up before they even file. A lawyer can step in to…
