Workers’ Compensation and FMLA
You may be familiar with workers’ compensation and the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). But are these the same things? Can you get workers’ comp when you use FMLA? Are there restrictions on what’s considered FMLA or workers’ compensation? Understanding these terms and how they can be applied if you get injured on the job […]
Continue ReadingHow Worker Fatigue Impacts Your Risk of On-The-Job Injury
We’ve all had a night of tossing and turning that leads to some tired moments on the job the next day. Have you noticed how easy it is to lose your concentration when you’re tired? Or misunderstand directions? When you feel fatigued at work, you are more prone to mistakes, and that can have serious […]
Continue ReadingHow Does Child Support Impact a Workers’ Compensation Case in PA?
Is child support deducted from workers’ comp? We hear this question frequently at our law offices. Child support does impact the benefits or lump sum settlement you accept in return for being injured on the job. But this is not a black-and-white area. The law is unclear about how out-of-state child support liens should be […]
Continue ReadingCan I Drive for Uber or Lyft While on Workers’ Comp?
Being out of work due to injury makes many people feel restless. You are used to going to a job every day, and you may wish you could get out of the house and do something as you heal up from your injury. You might also want to make a little money on the side. […]
Continue ReadingHow Work Injuries Affect Family
When you get injured on the job, you may worry about how your absence from work will impact your family. If your family depends on your income, paying the bills could become more difficult. But there are other ways families can feel the impact of on-the-job injuries beyond just the financial burdens. The requirements of […]
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