If you were hurt on the job, you’re not alone. Every year, thousands of Pennsylvanians suffer workplace injuries. Many rely on workers’ comp to pay for their medical care and to make ends meet. The workers’ compensation attorneys with Calhoon & Kaminsky P.C. are here to explain some of the…
Getting hurt on the job can complicate your life, causing financial strain and significant stress. If you were injured at work, you might have questions about what benefits you are entitled to and whether they’ll pay for your medical expenses and lost wages. Workers’ compensation and Social Security Disability Insurance…
Suffering an injury or developing a medical condition that leaves you unable to work can make you feel anxious and stressed over the loss of income while you recover. But you may have the option of filing for short-term disability benefits that can help replace your lost income to pay…
If you were injured on the job, you may be entitled to benefits covering the cost of any treatment you need. The legal team at Calhoon & Kaminsky P.C. is here to explain how surgery can increase a workers’ comp settlement and what to consider when you need surgery for…
Some workers’ compensation claims go smoothly. After a workplace injury, the employee notifies the employer, the employer accepts the injury as covered, and the employee gets the care and treatment they’re entitled to. In many cases, the employer and the claimant can agree and settle without a trial. Sometimes, however,…
If you have been injured on the job in Pennsylvania, you are likely entitled to workers’ compensation benefits to cover your medical expenses and offset part of your lost wages. How much you receive can impact your ability to heal from your injuries and provide for yourself and your family….
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…
