Nearly every occupation carries some degree of risk for the worker. Construction workers face dangers at jobsites, as so many different types of workers are present and it is difficult for everyone to be on the same page. Those repairing roads have to worry about distracted drivers or equipment failures. Even those working in an… Read more

Philadelphia law enforcement officers, take note: a study of police officers in a major metropolitan police department reveals that their occupation appears to be linked to a variety of significant health problems. The researchers, from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health of the Centers for Disease Control, the University of Buffalo and other… Read more

In an effort to make it easier for coal miners and their families to receive black lung benefits, the U.S. Department of Labor is considering proposed changes to the rules that govern the distribution of these disability benefits. What Is Black Lung Disease? Black lung disease, also known as coal worker’s pneumoconiosis, occurs when coal… Read more

Workers’ Compensation benefits are designed to help those injured at work-even if “work” means a home office. But as one recent tragic case demonstrates, injuries in the home may be given more scrutiny than injuries that take place in a traditional office, factory, or shop environment. Donald Werner worked as an international sales manager for… Read more

Even if a doctor gives someone a “clean bill of health” to return to work following an accident, where workers’ compensation benefits were collected, the injured worker still faces that moment of truth for the first few days back on the job, which determines whether the person can truly resume work at his or her… Read more

When you are injured while working in Pennsylvania, you want to know that your employer will take care of you. In this tough economy, every dollar counts. Being out of work while recovering and having to pay for medical bills can put a serious strain on your ability to pay your bills. While Pennsylvania has… Read more

With the warmest days of summer yet to come, the U.S. Department of Labor is stepping up efforts to spread the word about heat-related illness prevention: for those who work outdoors, high temperatures can lead to serious health consequences. OSHA Outreach Initiative High temperatures are responsible for more deaths than any other type of weather phenomenon…. Read more

Is there a time limit to file workers comp? A work injury can disrupt a person’s entire life and cause physical pain as well as emotional aggravation from dealing with medical bills and insurance bureaucracy. Filing and getting a workers’ compensation claim recognized can help alleviate these issues. However, unless an employee acts within the… Read more

A controversial disability program that provides extra disability protection and benefits to the city’s finest police officers and firefighters is under fire from city officials. The program is commonly known as the “Heart and Lung Act” even though it is an all-inclusive disability program that was designed to provide temporary benefits for injured officers and… Read more

Independent contractors are widely utilized in the construction business to help reduce costs and bring in valuable outside expertise. For employers, using independent contractors means employment tax savings and the avoidance of certain labor laws. But, problems arise when employers start calling regular employees “independent contractors.” Misclassified workers miss out on a number of benefits,… Read more