Generally, when you have a workers’ compensation case, your treating doctor will make most—if not all—of the decisions about your health, your treatment, temporary or permanent disability, and your ability to work. If, however, your employer’s insurance company disputes any of this, you may be asked to go through an independent medical exam (IME). An […]
In general, if you are employed in the state of Pennsylvania, you are covered by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance if you are injured on the job. If you suffer a sudden injury or if you develop an injury over time, workers’ compensation insurance should cover your medical expenses, as well as other costs. However, […]
The Pennsylvania workers’ compensation system is set up to ensure that anyone who is hurt or becomes sick at work receives medical attention and compensation for their illness or injury. This no-fault insurance often works well for employees, but in many cases, the power of employers and their insurance companies means that laws are passed […]
This June, we celebrate National Safety Month, a time to focus on the issues that can put our health and well-being in danger. For many Americans, safety issues are often linked to things that happen in and around their homes and vehicles. National Safety Month is often a time to do things like buying new […]
When you have suffered injuries at work in Pennsylvania, you file a worker’s compensation claim through your employer. The Pennsylvania Worker’s Compensation Act contains “exclusive remedy” provisions that protect employers from lawsuits brought by injured workers. This means that you cannot bring a personal injury lawsuit against your employer. A worker’s compensation claim would typically […]
