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’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…
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…
Nothing could properly compensate you for the loss of a loved one. To ease the burden, workers’ compensation can cover work-related deaths in certain cases, though. If you’re unsure if you’re eligible for workers’ compensation benefits for survivors, contact Calhoon & Kaminsky P.C. for a free consultation. What Is Workers’…
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry updates the PA workers’ compensation rates for workers who suffer on-the-job injuries every year. The rates for employees who sustain injuries between January 1, 2021 and December 31, 2021 are as follows: An injured worker whose Average Weekly Wage is above $1,695 will…
