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- Who is Liable for an Accident at a Four-Way Intersection?
Aug 6, 2019
Determining liability at a four-way intersection can be difficult, especially when the accident is caused by poorly designed roads and more than two vehicles are involved. If you or someone you know was involved in a four-way intersection accident, you may have questions about liability. Four-way intersection accidents are common because many drivers do not know or have forgotten how they work. It can also be confusing when there are multiple vehicles driving in different...Read More - Why Were My Long-Term Disability Benefits Denied?
Jul 24, 2019
Long-term disability benefits provide much needed compensation for individuals with chronic illnesses or disabling injuries that can no longer work. While most long-term disability policies are provided by an employer, independent policies are also available. In some cases, benefits are initially denied, but benefits can still be awarded through an appeals process. It is not uncommon for long-term disability benefits to be denied. Insurance carriers typically try to delay the application processing and attempt to...Read More - My Company Does Not Have Workers’ Comp… Now What?
Jul 10, 2019
Suffering any workplace injury naturally leads to worries. Who will pay the mounting medical bills? Are lost wages recoverable? Will the injury be compensated fairly and justly? Usually, those concerns are somewhat alleviated when the injured employee begins to receive regular Workers’ Compensation benefits. In Pennsylvania, employers must carry Workers’ Compensation insurance by law or face penalties. However, not all companies follow the rules. This means an injured full-time, part-time, or seasonal employee could face...Read More - 100 Deadliest Days of Summer
Jul 2, 2019
According to the safe driving advocacy group, We Save Lives, summer is one of the most dangerous times of the year, especially for teens. On average, teen car accident fatalities increase 26 percent in the summer compared to the rest of the year. Teens are out of school, have more free time, and are more likely to take road trips. Because younger drivers are more likely to be involved in a car accident than any...Read More - What is the WARN Act?
Jun 26, 2019
The federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act applies to certain employers and requires notice to employees if there is a mass layoff. Like many laws, details are vital when an employee is trying to determine whether their employer’s actions fall under the protections of the WARN Act and what benefits the employee could receive as a result. Employees should be aware that only larger employers are covered under the WARN Act. To qualify...Read More - Failure to Use Turn Signals Causes Accidents
Jun 19, 2019
Drivers who do not use their turn signals correctly are a danger to other drivers, whether they realize it or not. The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) reports that two million accidents occur every year due to drivers who fail to signal. A separate survey showed that 71 percent of drivers between the ages of 18 and 24 said that they did not use their blinkers consistently. The SAE study also revealed that 25 percent...Read More - Roller Machine Accidents
Jun 12, 2019
A Homer City Generating Station employee was severely injured when his arm became stuck in a 13,000-pound coal-crushing roller in Indiana County. The first responders on site wasted no time coming to his rescue. The employee was taken to Conemaugh Hospital in Johnstown. Whether the injury was due to equipment failure is unknown. If it was due to defected equipment, the injured party may be able to file a personal injury claim. What is a...Read More - Motorcycle Accidents Due to Tailgating
Jun 5, 2019
Every motorcyclist knows that highways can be dangerous places. Cars, SUVs, and trucks are notorious for not sharing the road with motorcycles. Additionally, many drivers tend to tailgate. Pennsylvania reported nearly 3,500 motorcycle accidents in 2016 alone. Although motorcyclists feel as if they have little recourse, those who are tailgated can apply key strategies to avoid getting in an accident as May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in Pennsylvania. Check the Speed Limit Sometimes, motorcyclists...Read More - Staying Safe on Memorial Day Weekend
May 22, 2019
Memorial Day is a special holiday in the United States. During this weekend, Americans across the country salute all members of the military who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom. Memorial Day also marks the beginning of summer, and for most workers across the country, it marks the beginning of vacations. Citizens of the Pittsburgh-area must take extra precaution while traveling to their preferred destinations with their loved ones. Safety Tips to Follow While...Read More - Workplace Robots and Workers’ Compensation
May 15, 2019
It has been over 60 years since the earliest robots were brought into workplaces. They are capable of increasing productivity and completing certain jobs better than humans. Today, they are being used in all types of workplaces, including warehouses and factories. Collaborative robots complete a myriad of tasks and can work alongside humans. However, there are still risks involved, and a conversation has opened about how this might impact Workers’ Compensation. Humans and Robots Working...Read More