Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Am I Eligible For Workers’ Compensation If I Work From Home?
Suffering a serious workplace injury at any type of worksite can be both debilitating and demoralizing, even if you are relatively certain that you will be able to seek workers’ compensation benefits. Yet some employees worry that their work circumstances will make a workers’ compensation claim more difficult, or that they will need to… Read More »
What You Should Know About Qualifying For Social Security Disability Benefits
If you have recently become disabled as a result of an injury or illness, you are likely thinking about applying for disability benefits. The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program provides benefits to people who are disabled and have worked for enough time to be eligible. Our Harrisburg Social Security disability lawyers can tell… Read More »
2022 PENNSYLVANIA WORKERS’ COMPENSATION RATES ANNOUNCED
Every year, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry determines the maximum workers’ compensation rate for injured workers. For injured workers who suffer a work injury between January 1, 2022, and December 31, 2022, the maximum amount of workers compensation an injured worker can receive is $1,205.00. This represents an increase from the 2021… Read More »
Is Your Job Position Protected While Receiving Workers’ Compensation Benefits In Pennsylvania?
Many of those who receive workers’ compensation benefits for their work-related injury or illness wonder, “Is my job position protected while receiving workers’ comp benefits under the WC Act?” The short answer is, “No.” Under Pennsylvania law, the fact that you are receiving workers’ compensation benefits does not provide any protection for your job… Read More »
What Are Work Restrictions When Returning To Work After An Accident?
For any worker who sustains a work-related injury, returning to work is their top priority. However, a doctor may release a worker to return to work with certain restrictions to a lighter duty job. Those work restrictions will depend on the severity of the workers’ injury, their type of work, and other factors. Ideally,… Read More »
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How Much Is Your Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Claim Worth?
Under the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act, injured workers are entitled to lost wage benefits equivalent to two-thirds (66%) of their average weekly wage if their wages are between $810.76 and $1621.50. The Act also sets forth minimum and maximum compensation rates for the calendar year in which the work-related injury or illness occurs. What… Read More »
Car Accidents During Bad Weather: Who Can Be Held At Fault For The Crash?
Pennsylvania is no stranger to cold and tough weather conditions in winter. Bad weather conditions significantly increase the chance of a car crash, which is why Pennsylvania sees so many auto accidents on its roads every winter. Snow, ice, wet and slippery roads, precipitation, and other adverse weather conditions contribute to more car accidents… Read More »
4 Reasons You Should See A Doctor After A Work-Related Injury
Getting injured at work can be a stressful and traumatizing experience. However, it is critical to take all the necessary steps to obtain workers’ compensation. One of the steps is seeing a doctor right away. When you suffer a work-related injury or illness, you should promptly notify your employer. Once you report your injury,… Read More »
5 Questions To Ask Your Harrisburg Workers’ Compensation Attorney
If you were injured at work in Harrisburg or other parts of Pennsylvania, you could benefit from contacting a skilled workers’ compensation attorney to discuss your case. It is essential to schedule a consultation with a knowledgeable attorney to discuss your workers’ compensation case. However, when you speak with an attorney, you need to… Read More »