How Long Could It Take to Resolve a Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers on April 21, 2021 in Workers' Compensation
Unfortunately, there is no definitive answer to this question, as each claim is different. No two injuries are the same and people respond to treatment differently. It is also important to note employers have different insurance policies and employees can choose their own doctors so different doctors are involved. These are just some of the […]
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions about Workers’ Compensation Claims in Pennsylvania
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers on April 21, 2021 in Workers' Compensation
Many injured workers often have questions about how and when to file a workers’ compensation claim. They may be left unsure if their injuries qualify for any compensation benefits and the types of benefits they may be entitled. They might even have questions about when an employer is required to start paying benefits. If you […]
Read MoreCan You Get a New Job and Continue Receiving Workers’ Comp?
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers on January 07, 2021 in Workers' Compensation
It is only natural to consider getting a new job after suffering a workplace injury. Returning to the same job is likely to bring up bad memories and you may even struggle to do your job because of stress and anxiety about what happened. However, if you can return to work in some capacity, but […]
Read MoreCan You Contact a Lawyer if You Already Filed a Workers’ Comp Claim?
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers on December 18, 2020 in Workers' Compensation
Unfortunately, many injury victims make decisions based on inaccurate information or misconceptions about the process. For example, did you know that even if you have already filed a claim you may be able to hire an attorney to assist you? If you are unsure about your potential options, you should strongly consider contacting Schmidt Kramer […]
Read MoreConcern Grows Over Workers’ Comp Insurers Using Exclusions to Deny Coverage for COVID-19
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers on November 25, 2020 in Workers' Compensation
We are nine months into the COVID-19 pandemic, and it is clear workers’ compensation systems around the nation are unlikely to go back to operating the way they did before March 2020. There is concern that workers’ compensation insurers will try to use exclusions to get out of providing benefits to workers who contracted COVID-19 […]
Read MoreThe Current and Possible Future Impact of COVID-19 on Workers’ Compensation
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers on November 17, 2020 in Workers' Compensation
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge impact on workers’ compensation claims. It has affected everything from how claims are handled, types of claims being filed, staffing models and how treatment is being provided. According to an article by Insurance Thought Leadership.com, the pandemic has changed so much it is unlikely things will go back […]
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation for Fights or Workplace Violence
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers on July 24, 2020 in Workers' Compensation
There are a variety of injury risks in the workplace, from heavy machinery to slippery floors and defective products. Workplace violence, such as fights between coworkers, also causes a significant number of injuries each year. Filing a workers’ compensation claim is probably not the first thing victims of workplace violence think about. They may think […]
Read MoreWorkers’ Comp Liability for Those Working from Home
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers on May 19, 2020 in Workers' Compensation
The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting restrictions have forced many businesses to allow employees to work from home. The longer these restrictions are in place, the more employers may adopt remote work and continue to allow working from home after COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, according to Global Workplace Analytics. Working from home may be an important […]
Read MoreCOVID-19 May be Covered by the Workers’ Compensation System
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers on April 17, 2020 in Workers' Compensation
While many of us are either working from home or unemployed because of the COVID-19 outbreak, essential workers are still going to work and putting themselves at higher risk for contracting the coronavirus. While some may be unsure if this illness is covered under workers’ compensation, others are not waiting to find out. FOX43 reports […]
Read MoreAre Healthcare Workers Eligible for Workers’ Comp for COVID-19 Exposure?
Posted on behalf of Schmidt Kramer Injury Lawyers on April 02, 2020 in Workers' Compensation
As COVID-19 continues to spread throughout Pennsylvania, many healthcare workers, including doctors, nurses, medical assistants, and emergency medical technicians, find themselves risking exposure every day when they go to work. Ideally, the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation system, and the insurance companies who make decisions to accept or deny these claims, will rise to the moment and […]
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