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Pennsylvania workers spanning the state and employed in diverse industries understandably value the company benefits they receive in exchange for their labor. Those benefits are not handouts tied to management generosity; rather, they are hard-earned entitlements based on workers’ sustained good-faith performance. As such, they are intended to be reciprocal. Employees do their jobs, and…
Car accidents, slip-and-falls, and dog bites are all personal injuries that seem to come out of nowhere. No matter what type of injury you sustained, you may have noticed that the at-fault party’s insurance is working fast to help you. When you already have someone helping you, do you need to get your own legal…
Workers in the manufacturing face significant on-the-job risks. For example, welding, cutting sheet metal, assembling parts and heavy lifting are all part of the job for those in Greensburg who work in manufacturing. Any of these tasks can cause serious injuries if care is not taken. The following are three steps employers in the manufacturing…
After an accident—whether it was a car accident, a fall, or a dog bite—you may find yourself under significant financial strain. While you cannot put a price on what you have lost, you can receive compensation for the challenges you have experienced. What damages are available in a personal injury suit? Medical expenses Injuries can lead…
Written by Brian Patrick Bronson, Esq. Who Qualifies These insurance policies are a little known benefit available to most employees through their employer. About half of large and mid-sized employers offer it to their workers. The injury or illness need not be work related. Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits are a monthly benefit (usually 60 percent…
When you start a new job in Pennsylvania, you will likely sit down with someone from human resources who will explain a plethora of benefits available to you. While you may see the need for medical benefits or life insurance, one benefit you may decide to opt out of is long-term disability insurance, especially if…
Injuries are a part of life in Western Pennsylvania. We work hard, and we play hard. Injuries to backs, necks, shoulders, knees and hips are common, and can happen in many ways — playing sports, car accidents, and injuries at work. While the human body is resilient, some injuries never completely heal. Many of us…
Those who have seen the shift in remote work this past year may have noticed the decrease in traffic conditions. The fewer number of commuters means that roadways are much more open to many drivers. While the roads have cleared up in terms of congestion, fatal accidents have been on the rise. Understanding how Pennsylvania…
Regardless of the industry in which you work, employers in Pennsylvania must comply with the safety standards set out by the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation. Your employer must provide a safe work environment that is free of known safety hazards. The safety program must include avenues by which reported safety hazards receive prompt attention. Furthermore,…
In a rare bipartisan move, Congress passed a major veteran omnibus package that featured a “crown jewel.” The Johnny Isakson and David P Roe Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act will provide additional pandemic aid to Native, homeless, and women veterans. Within the package is another piece of legislation that represents the most comprehensive…
