If you’ve suffered a work-related injury, you may wonder how soon you can start collecting workers’ compensation benefits to offset your missing paychecks. The answer depends on several factors, including whether your initial claim is approved. If it is, you could begin receiving benefits in a few weeks. If it…
Rotator cuff injuries are surprisingly common, especially among workers who repeatedly lift heavy objects or reach overhead on the job. These injuries can be painful and persistent, often impairing an employee’s ability to work and carry out daily activities. If you have a work-related rotator cuff injury, you may be…
If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be facing overwhelming medical bills and lost wages if you cannot work. Your priority should be recovering from your injuries. However, that can be difficult if you are worried about how long it will take to get the workers’ compensation benefits…
If you are experiencing depression or anxiety, you’re not alone. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), nearly one in five American adults reported living with some type of mental health issue. If your mental health condition results from an occupational incident, you might wonder whether you could…
If you are receiving workers’ compensation for a work injury, you might decide that you should take the opportunity to earn a little extra by working another job. However, your right to continue working may be limited. When you are on workers’ comp in PA, you need to understand your…
Most employers in Pennsylvania are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance so injured employees have benefits they can turn to for medical treatment and a portion of their wages while recovering. Workers’ compensation insurance can be expensive, though. So what is the alternative for a Pennsylvania employer who needs coverage…
Getting hurt on the job can upend your life. A severe work injury could leave you wondering how you’ll get treatment and support yourself and your loved ones while you’re unable to work. Fortunately, you could be entitled to treatment and a percentage of your lost wages if you qualify…
When you have a heart attack caused by your job, you might wonder whether you can file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. Because heart attacks can have many non-work-related causes, proving you’re eligible for workers’ comp for a heart attack can be tricky. Having skilled legal representation can give…
Your rotator cuff may be more important to your movement than you think. Your shoulder includes your upper arm bone, collarbone, and shoulder blade. The rotator cuff contains several muscles and tendons that connect the shoulder. It secures the upper arm bone in the shoulder socket, allowing the arm a…
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the ligaments in the knee. It connects the upper and lower leg bones. When the ACL tears, it causes the knee to become unstable and may cause the knee to “give way.” Along with the pain it causes, it can also make…
