July 2, 2024 | Workplace Accidents
Fatal workplace accidents are rare, but their impact can be devastating for those who knew and loved the accident victim. Family members may be emotionally and financially traumatized, and co-workers are forever left with the memory of someone dying in the place they must work… read more
June 28, 2024 | Workplace Accidents
Living and working on an oil rig is extremely challenging. The rig needs to be maintained 24 hours a day, which leads to most workers putting in long shifts every day for weeks at a time. While the pay can be exceptional, and the living… read more
June 28, 2024 | Workplace Accidents
In 2022, there were 5,486 people killed in workplace accidents across the country, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). That’s up from 5,190 worker fatalities the previous year. Sadly, a relatively small number of industries represent a disproportionate share of workplace deaths…. read more
March 5, 2024 | Workplace Accidents
The workplace can be dangerous for you and your fellow employees. Nearly 125,000 employees suffered a nonfatal workplace injury in 2022 alone. If you suffered an injury on the job, you may be requested to submit to a functional capability evaluation (FCE). This physical test… read more
November 2, 2023 | Workplace Accidents
The purpose of the workers’ compensation system is to compensate employees for work-related accidents and illnesses. This purpose is undermined if any employee or employer fails to report a workplace accident. Still, failure to report workplace accidents, as well as significant delays in reporting them,… read more
May 6, 2023 | Workplace Accidents
Workers’ compensation insurance coverage provides benefits to assist injured employees as they recover from a workplace accident. After a work injury, an employer and employee have responsibilities they must meet. Knowing the responsibilities of each party helps ensure that your benefits are paid timely and… read more
November 30, 2022 | Workplace Accidents
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were more than 2.2 million workplace injuries in 2021, an increase of 6.3% over 2020. Slip and fall accidents, for example, are one of the most commonly reported workplace injuries. The Pennsylvania workers’ compensation system provides… read more