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When an employee gets injured on the job in Allentown, or anywhere in the state of Pennsylvania, they generally have two main types of claims to consider: Workers’ Compensation and third-party liability claims. These claims serve different purposes and are handled through different systems. Workers’ Compensation claims are handled through the Dept. of Work Comp. …

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There’s no denying the fact that the Workers’ Compensation system can be incredibly beneficial to individuals injured on the job. However, with the number of incidents that happen daily, the system must also protect itself to give everyone a fair chance at receiving adequate benefits.  Unfortunately, this also imposes limitations on total temporary disability (TTD) …

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One of the most influential pieces of legislation affecting the Worker’s Compensation system in Pennsylvania is the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act itself, initially passed in 1915. This foundational law established the framework for the state’s Worker’s Compensation system, fundamentally changing how claims are processed, evaluated, and compensated. However, for a more specific example of legislative …

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Filing a Worker’s Compensation claim in Philadelphia and Allentown involves several steps and adhering to specific timelines, including the statute of limitations. The process is designed to ensure that injured workers receive the necessary medical treatment and compensation for lost wages due to work-related injuries or illnesses.  While streamlined, the process can still be confusing, …

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The concept of a system designed to provide financial and medical care to all employees who have suffered on-the-job injuries isn’t new. In fact, it has a long and very complex history that spans several millennia. However, it is only over the past century that it became crystalized into what it is today: a set …

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What tactics do employers use to make life miserable for injured workers? A man who suffered a severe shoulder injury reminded us of this frequent question. He described what happened when he did not immediately notify his employer of the injury, simply because he thought it would go away. However, when his pain persisted for …

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Cases dismissed for lack of prosecution. Showing up for court harried, overworked, and unprepared. Redying witnesses moments before the hearing. Withdrawing cases in an effort to judge shop. Conducting medical depositions without having reviewed the file. Performing inept cross-examinations that were not prepared in advance. Writing hurried briefs that do not accurately or cogently summarize …

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It is a prevalent misconception that most employees have an obligation to be treated exclusively by a company doctor after suffering a work injury. Despite employers asserting the necessity of adhering to a “panel provider” during the critical 90-day period post-injury, the reality is that many workers encounter significant hurdles in securing medical practitioners willing …

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In workers’ compensation cases, the relationship between claimants and insurance companies often seems like a high-stakes game of chess. The problem is that you, as a claimant, must play the game, while the insurers play the rules. While the system is designed to provide financial relief to those injured on the job, it’s no secret …

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Considering how life-altering workplace injuries can be, both physically and financially, securing fair compensation through a workers’ compensation claim can be a critical step toward financial stability. However, while settling a work comp claim can provide you with the support you need to recover and move forward with your life, this process is not without …

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