According to the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act, an injury is considered a workers’ compensation injury if it occurs as a result of your job, no matter who was at fault. Occupational diseases related to your work are also considered workers’ compensation injuries. If you are injured or become ill on the job and are unable …
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How long workers’ compensation cases last depend on several different factors. A personal injury lawyer can help you during this difficult time. A workers’ compensation case can leave you feeling stuck as you wait for a resolution. If your claim is denied, a personal injury lawyer can take up the fight and appeal the decision. …
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Each workers’ compensation case is different, so it is not possible to make a generalization about whether all workers’ comp cases end in a settlement, or what the outcome of your case may be. This article will give you more information about what your case may entail and how to get a settlement (if you …
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No, workers comp cannot stop paying without notice. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (DLI), the insurer responsible for issuing workers’ compensation payments must notify the injured party that their benefits have been terminated. If you were injured on the job and are receiving workers’ compensation, you can continue to do so …
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In most cases, you are not able to sue your employer for a work injury. However, if you are injured on the job, certain circumstances do allow you to take legal action. For example, you may be able to move forward with litigation if: You were intentionally injured You were injured by a defective product …
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