Common Workplace Injuries and How to Prevent Them

Frommer D'Amico December 23, 2019 Work Injuries, Workplace Safety

In 2016, the Pennsylvania Bureau of Workers’ Compensation had 159,170 work-related illness and injury cases reported, representing a 7,000-case decline from the year before. Work-related fatalities, however, were 77 in 2016, an increase of 12 compared to 2015. The two industries with the most injuries in 2016 were Trade, Transportation and Utilities (26% of all […]

Most Frequently Violated OSHA Standards

John Frommer November 25, 2019 Work Injuries, Workplace Safety

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a federal agency charged with ensuring that employers provide safe, healthy working conditions for their employees. OSHA develops and enforces a set of standards that employers must follow. Violations can result in financial penalties, and in some cases, criminal prosecution. What Are the Top OSHA Violations? OSHA […]

Temporary Total Disability vs. Permanent Partial Disability

Frommer D'Amico October 31, 2019 Hiring an Attorney, PA Workers Compensation Law, Work Injuries, Workers Comp Claims and Case Resources

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 […]

Most dangerous industries in Pennsylvania

Most Dangerous Industries to Work in PA

Frommer D'Amico September 24, 2019 Work Injuries, Workplace Safety

American workers are, by and large, relatively safe on the job. Unlike some other countries, federal and state laws in the United States provide protection for workers, and federal agencies like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) include inspectors who regularly visit industries across the country to make sure employers comply with OSHA regulations about workplace […]

How Worker Fatigue Impacts Your Risk of On-The-Job Injury

Frommer D'Amico September 05, 2019 Work Injuries, Workplace Safety

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 […]