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Workplace Accidents in Philadelphia

Were you involved in a workplace accident? If so, you may have rights to compensation. The Law Offices of Daniel P. Hartstein has over 22 years of experience in personal injury law. Call our Philadelphia office today for a free consultation regarding your workplace accident.

What Is Workers’ Compensation?

Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that protects workers in the event of a workplace accident. Employees are covered by workers’ compensation insurance from their date of hire, and employers must provide that insurance for seasonal and part-time employees as well.

Employer Notification

If you have been involved in a workplace accident, your employer must be notified within 21 days. If your employer is not notified, you may lose your right to benefits. An experienced workers’ compensation attorney can help ensure that you meet all the crucial deadlines required by law.

Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits and Disability Status

Workers’ compensation benefits may include lost wages, death benefits, specific injury benefits (e.g., for the loss of a finger), and medical care. Under Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation laws, you may be considered partially or totally disabled. “Partially disabled” means you are able to return to work in some capacity. In the event that you become partially disabled, your benefits are available for a maximum of 500 weeks. “Totally disabled” means you are unable to return to work. Once you are totally disabled for 104 weeks, you may be required to undergo a medical examination to determine if you have at least a 50 percent impairment under American Medical Association guidelines.

Disputed Claims

In some cases, the employer or insurance company may dispute your workplace accident claim and file a petition with the Workers’ Compensation Office of Adjudication. There are several types of petitions that may be filed, including disputed claims, termination of benefits, suspension of benefits, modification of benefits, medical review, and settlement of claims. Once a petition is filed, an answer must be filed in turn. The Workers’ Compensation Office of Adjudication then schedules a hearing. Although postponements may be granted after a written request has been submitted, the hearing is an important stage, and employees should make every effort to attend. Evidence is presented at the hearing, and you may have to testify, depending on the type of petition that has been filed. The decision is usually rendered in writing at some point in time after the hearing.

Employees injured in workplace accidents may also be able to settle their claim, which an experienced attorney can help navigate. Although employees are allowed to represent themselves in workers’ compensation matters, it is a complex area of the law. Hiring a personal injury attorney who’s experienced in the litigation of workplace accidents can help you resolve your claim in the most efficient manner.

If have been injured in a workplace accident, please contact our experienced Philadelphia workers’ compensation attorneys today for a free consultation. The Law Offices of Daniel P. Hartstein may be able to take your case on a contingent fee basis.

Sources:

http://www.dli.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/workers%27_compensation/10386/about_workers%27_compensation/552721#wc
http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/adjudication_process/10399

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