What If My Employer Refuses to Report My Injury?
When you get injured on the job, you must report it to your employer right away. In Pennsylvania, your employer has to file a First Report of Injury (FROI) within seven days of your first missed day at work. But what happens if an employer does not report an accident to Workers’ Compensation? This is […]
Continue ReadingAm I Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?
In Pennsylvania, you’re entitled to workers’ compensation if you’re an employee and have been injured at work. It doesn’t matter whether you work for a non-profit, large corporation or small business — either way, you’re entitled to workers’ comp. What Are the Requirements for Workers’ Compensation Eligibility? To be eligible for PA workers’ compensation, you […]
Continue ReadingTemporary Total Disability vs. Permanent Partial Disability
Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation laws are in place to provide financial benefits if you experience a work-related injury or illness. Depending on the circumstances, you may be eligible for permanent partial disability or temporary total disability payments. Understanding the difference between temporary total and permanent partial disability can help you determine whether you are receiving all […]
Continue ReadingAre Injuries at a Holiday Party Covered by Workers’ Comp?
Many workplaces throw holiday parties to offer employees a perk at the end of the year. But sometimes the combination of social time and the presence of alcohol can lead to injuries. Have you sustained a holiday party injury? Read on to learn if you are eligible for workers’ comp. Common Injuries During a Holiday […]
Continue ReadingWorkers’ 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 […]
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