How Do Layoffs and Plant Closures Impact Workers’ Compensation?
How Do Layoffs and Plant Closures Impact Workers’ Compensation? In Pennsylvania, employers are required by law to provide workers’ compensation insurance, so they hire separate insurance companies that are responsible for providing this coverage. Employers can obtain this insurance through private insurance companies, self-insurance or the State Workers’ Insurance Fund. As an employee, your coverage […]
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Most Dangerous Mining Accidents
Most Dangerous Mining Accidents The coal mining industry can be a dangerous one for workers. Accidents in mines can lead to injuries, illnesses and fatalities. Coal mining deaths most frequently occur during contact with objects and transportation or during equipment incidents. Most serious illnesses and injuries require workers to take days off of work, leading to […]
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What You Can Do If You’re Hurt by a Nip Point
What You Can Do If You’re Hurt by a Nip Point Nip points can present a hazard to workers who hold factory jobs. The dangers of machines on the job can result in work-related injuries, and if this happens to you, you may want to hire a workers’ compensation attorney who can help you receive […]
Continue ReadingCan You Go on Vacation While on Workers’ Compensation?
Can You Go on Vacation While on Workers’ Compensation? Yes, you can go on vacation with an open workers’ compensation case or while you receive benefits. Traveling, though, may complicate your case. Whether taking a vacation is advisable depends on your trip and individual circumstances. If you’re not working because of an injury, your time […]
Continue ReadingMoving While on Workers’ Compensation
Are you moving and wondering how relocating might affect your workers’ compensation? Based on the law, your workers’ compensation case should be unaffected by your move, though some circumstances may complicate your case. Since moving involves physical activity, some employers may try to prove fraud. These employers will often hire an investigator to observe you […]
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