How Long Can You Be on Workers Comp in PA?
Free Case Review Talk to a Caring Attorney Recovering from a work-related injury can take weeks or even months. In some cases, workers need to recover from surgery and may need physical therapy or other treatment. Complications can delay the return to work even further and, of course, some serious injuries are permanent, meaning a […]
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How Companies May Discredit Your Injury
If you read stories from insurance industry sources and media reports, you may get the impression workers’ compensation fraud is rampant. In reality, not only do workers rarely commit workers’ compensation fraud, but employers commit a more costly form of workers’ comp fraud by failing to report the actual number of workers they employ or […]
Continue ReadingCan I Receive Workers’ Comp If I Work Part-Time?
If you have been injured on the job, you may be worried about how you will support yourself and your family through this difficult time. While workers’ compensation will cover two-thirds of your regular salary in Pennsylvania, as well as repayment for your medical expenses, that still leaves you making less than you did before […]
Continue ReadingSocial Media and Your Workers’ Compensation Case
Social media has become an everyday part of life. You proudly post pictures of your kids and update your profile photos regularly. But did you know that anything you post on social media could be used in your workers’ compensation case? Your employer and its insurance company may monitor your accounts to make sure you […]
Continue ReadingCan I Be Put Under Surveillance After Filing a Workers’ Comp Claim in PA?
If you receive workers’ compensation in Pennsylvania, you may be put under surveillance. Insurance companies worry about being defrauded. They might assign someone to keep an eye on you at your house and follow you wherever you go to ensure you are not lying about your injury or state of mind. They may be looking […]
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