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- Will workers’ compensation cover repetitive stress injuries?
Dec 22, 2022
Workers and professions ranging from transportation to the culinary arts will have to do the same tasks at work every single day. Employers tend to treat workers like machines, when in reality, serving the same function daily for many hours will likely damage the human body. Factory workers and office workers, as well as many other employees, are at risk of developing repetitive stress disorders, also known as repetitive strain disorders, because of the work...Read More - Can your workers’ compensation be denied?
Dec 8, 2022
If you are hurt on the job, Pennsylvania laws allow you to pursue financial restitution through employer-sponsored workers’ compensation cover. The primary goal of these benefits is to pay for the resulting medical bill, lost income and other damages. Workers’ compensation can provide much-needed relief to a family that is dealing with the loss of income following the breadwinner’s injury or illness. Unfortunately, not every workers’ compensation claim ends in approval. Here are some of...Read More - Can you ask for punitive damages from the insurance company?
Nov 23, 2022
When you invest in insurance coverage, you expect the company to make good on its promises to you. You could go years without ever needing to make a claim, only to encounter major backlash from your insurance provider when you finally need support. You may eventually need to take your insurance company to court to get coverage or to hold it accountable for trying to deny or minimize a valid claim. Bad faith insurance practices...Read More - How to prepare for driving in the dark
Nov 7, 2022
The clocks just turned back. When combined with the seasonal changes, it means you will probably spend more time driving in the dark than you have been over the past few months. Unlike certain species, human eyes are not designed for seeing in the dark, so driving becomes inherently more dangerous. Here are some things you can do to help yourself see as well as possible when driving at night: Check your headlamps Blown bulbs...Read More - Not all motorcycle accidents result in death
Oct 26, 2022
When you think of motorcycle accidents, you might be tempted to narrow your thought toward fatalities. That wouldn’t be surprising, given that motorcycle accidents have an increased risk of death simply by design. However, not all motorcycle accidents lead to death. Eighty-two thousand riders were injured in 2018. Wearing protective gear can help minimize injuries, but only if it’s the right gear. Injuries sustained from a motorcycle crash can be significant and have lasting consequences...Read More - Exacerbation and aggravation in a worker’s compensation claim
Oct 17, 2022
Getting into an accident at work can leave you laid up for weeks or months at a time. If it’s serious enough it can stop you from working altogether. If you suffer an injury at work you are entitled to make a claim for worker’s compensation under Pennsylvania law. Workers who already have a pre-existing injury or medical condition, however, may wonder if they can still claim those benefits when an accident makes their condition...Read More - It’s time to prepare for fall and winter driving
Oct 13, 2022
Winter has famously treacherous driving conditions, but fall is the season that takes most people by surprise. Though there’s no ice and snow on the ground yet, shorter days and overnight frosts catch even the most experienced drivers off guard. Here are a few things to keep in mind as we ease into fall and winter driving. Take it slow in the morning It may reach a pleasant 60 degrees in the afternoon, but overnight...Read More - Examples of manufacturing defects
Oct 1, 2022
There’s nothing more exciting than trying out or consuming a product you’ve ordered. Nevertheless, some products do not always turn out as expected. And in certain situations, it can be fatal. Per Pennsylvania Statutes, Title 42, Section 5524, if you or a loved one was severely harmed or had some property destroyed as a result of a defective product, you have two years to pursue litigation against said company. Below are examples of product manufacturing...Read More - Did your insurance agent lie to you?
Sep 18, 2022
Trying to figure out the kind of insurance you need for your home or business isn’t exactly an easy job – and the average layperson has to rely a lot on the guidance of their insurance agent. This can be a serious issue if the agent is more concerned about closing the deal and getting a commission than looking out for your best interests. A lot of bad-faith insurance claims focus on the issue of...Read More - Can I be forced to return to work too soon after an injury?
Sep 6, 2022
When you suffer an injury, it can be very stressful. Depending on the severity of the injury, the coming months will be filled with frequent visits to the doctor, rehabilitation and a lot of rest. Recovery takes time, and workers’ compensation laws are in place to protect you when you are injured at work. One of the biggest concerns that you will face is wondering if your job is secure enough to allow you enough...Read More