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I was injured at work will doing my job, should I take DB or fight it and make the pay my medicial bills
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Answered on August 30, 2016
There is not enough information here to enable anyone to give you a good answer. Workers' Compensation typically provides better coverage than...
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Can I sue my employer for workplace stress mental anguish?
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Answered on August 30, 2016
Mental stress claims are very difficult under the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act and the result of each case varies depending on the facts...
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I was injured in an auto accident (not my fault) taken by ambulance to hospital immediately, diagnosed through MRI TBI, 58 yrs
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Answered on August 30, 2016
First, it is not clear whether this is posted in the correct topic area. Was this accident while working? If so, you may be entitled to both...
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Can you sue an employer or another employee after being hurt on the job?
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Answered on August 29, 2016
Unfortunately, the PA Workers' Compensation Act prevents you from suing your Employer and/or co-workers for your injuries. Workers' Compensation...
Can i seek compensation for being infected by scabies.
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Answered on August 21, 2016
You may have both a Workers' Compensation case against your employer and potentially a third party case against the facility. You need to obtain a...
Can you cash in an IRA while on Worker's Comp in Pennsylvania?
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Answered on August 16, 2016
Most likely it will not, but it could. Important questions are whether any of the money in your retirement savings was contributed by the...
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In Pa, when should my diagnosis be updated on a compensation payable workers comp claim?
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Answered on August 12, 2016
You should hire an experienced Workers' Compensation attorney who can learn all of the details of your case and advise you of the best way to...
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Am I covered by worker's comp, re-injured by physical therapist
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Answered on August 01, 2016
Yes, an injury that occurs during medical treating for an accepted injury should be covered. However, there may be a fight. You should obtain an...
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Can my employer require me to Clean for my entire shift as a reasonable accomodation?
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Answered on August 01, 2016
The employer usually (but not always) has broad latitude to crease modified duty. Each case is fact specific, so I highly recommend that you seek...
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Should my medical restrictions be laid out for all employees to see?
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Answered on July 31, 2016
You are correct. That is personal medical information that is protected under HIPPA and should be kept confidential.