Suffering an injury while on the job can disrupt a Pennsylvania worker’s life, either temporarily or permanently. Most people are not financially equipped to be out of work for a significant amount of time while receiving medical attention for an injury. If that...
Month: January 2020
What does it mean to receive permanent partial disability?
When a Pennsylvania resident suffers a work-related injury, they certainly hope to achieve a full recovery. Whether that happens depends on a variety of factors, including the severity and nature of the injury. If only a partial recovery is possible, it will...
Back pain could sideline Pennsylvania workers
Whether their work is physical in nature or keeps them behind a desk all day, Pennsylvania workers are at risk for soft tissue injuries. One of the most common types of soft tissue injury is back pain. Whether a single event leads to such an injury or it happens over...
Some workplace injuries happen over time, not all at once
Like people in most places, Pennsylvania residents think about single accidents when it comes to getting hurt at work. However, not all workplace injuries happen that way. Some injuries occur over time as workers perform the same tasks day in and day out. Called...
What are the biggest risks to construction workers on job sites?
Pennsylvania residents who work in construction understand that safety is crucial at every job site. Having the right safety equipment and training could mean the difference between going home at the end of the day and going to the hospital. To help workers avoid...