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When you start a new job in Pennsylvania, you will likely sit down with someone from human resources who will explain a plethora of benefits available to you. While you may see the need for medical benefits or life insurance, one benefit you may decide to opt out of is long-term disability insurance, especially if…
DetailsInjuries are a part of life in Western Pennsylvania. We work hard, and we play hard. Injuries to backs, necks, shoulders, knees and hips are common, and can happen in many ways — playing sports, car accidents, and injuries at work. While the human body is resilient, some injuries never completely heal. Many of us…
DetailsThose who have seen the shift in remote work this past year may have noticed the decrease in traffic conditions. The fewer number of commuters means that roadways are much more open to many drivers. While the roads have cleared up in terms of congestion, fatal accidents have been on the rise. Understanding how Pennsylvania…
DetailsRegardless of the industry in which you work, employers in Pennsylvania must comply with the safety standards set out by the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation. Your employer must provide a safe work environment that is free of known safety hazards. The safety program must include avenues by which reported safety hazards receive prompt attention. Furthermore,…
DetailsIn a rare bipartisan move, Congress passed a major veteran omnibus package that featured a “crown jewel.” The Johnny Isakson and David P Roe Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act will provide additional pandemic aid to Native, homeless, and women veterans. Within the package is another piece of legislation that represents the most comprehensive…
DetailsYou are out for a walk and you see a medium sized dog, walking down the street and he doesn’t appear threatening in any way and when he comes up to you, you extend your hand to the dog and he lunges and bites your hand causing several fractures to the bones in your hand…
DetailsOur nation’s service members serve a valuable service by keeping our nation and its people safe. Unfortunately, many service members are injured while carrying out their duties, necessitating significant medical care. Some of these incidents are so damaging that the service member may become disabled. When this happens, service members in Greensburg may want to…
DetailsYou headed off to the grocery store, you obeyed the speed limit and stopped at the red light. Suddenly, you felt a bump from behind. When you got out to check the damage, it was minor. You exchanged numbers with the other driver and finished your errands. There was no physical damage to you, right?…
DetailsWith the coming of October, fall is now in full swing. The weather is cooler. Leaves are falling. Halloween is close. Not to mention, a particular “spice” that becomes an annual tradition/obsession. The temperature slightly dropping will not deter most people from their daily walks. While many enjoy the convenience and safety of walking paths,…
DetailsThe Pandemic has moved workers from the office building to the kitchen table. The long commute to work has been replaced by a few steps into your “home” office. What does that mean to you? Will you be covered by workers compensation if you trip over the lamp cord? If you get hit on the…
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