Some safety hazards are obvious. You know that operating a deli slicer or a machine press comes with some degree of personal risk. However, especially if you keep the same job for many years, it is easy to start overlooking some of the most serious hazards on the job....
Not all workers' compensation claims sail through in Pennsylvania. Your claim may be denied for various reasons ranging from mistakes in the paperwork and pre-existing conditions to missed deadlines and suspected fraud. A denial of benefits may leave you shouldering...
Most people are familiar with rotator cuff tears and likely know someone who’s torn their rotator cuff playing tennis, hitting a punching bag or lifting weights. It’s an extremely painful and debilitating tear that may require surgery to properly repair. The rotator...
Many Pennsylvania businesses rely on teen workers. This time of year, even more teens are applying for holiday jobs. Whether your child will be working in a warehouse store or a Christmas tree lot this holiday season (or works part-time throughout the year), it’s...
The annual holiday “cash crunch” isn’t that far away, and people are already worried about how they’re going to afford family gatherings, food for feasts and gifts this holiday season. It’s not unusual for a lot of folks to pick up a little extra seasonal work as soon...
Workers in just about any industry could develop repetitive motion injuries if they continue working the same job long enough. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a perfect example. An office worker who types all day, a factory worker who holds tools all day and a delivery...
Driving a truck can certainly be dangerous, and that starts with the risk of getting into an accident. According to some sources, the majority of accidents (75%) between trucks and cars are caused by the passenger vehicles. There may be as many as half a million of...
Every workplace has its share of hazards, and warehouses are no exception. If you suffer an injury that is related to your warehouse work, you may be eligible for compensation through your employer’s workers’ compensation program. If you work in a warehouse, it is...
Generally, employees cannot sue employers following a workplace accident. However, the same cannot be said of a third party whose negligence caused the accident. You can bring a personal injury claim against the negligent third party and recover damages. When can a...
Personal protective equipment is required for many industries. It includes things like clothing, boots, gloves and eyewear to help prevent on-the-job injuries. With workplace diversification greater than ever, new concerns about improperly fit eyewear have emerged....