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Are ALL On-The-Job Injuries Covered?

Friday, October 21, 2011 by Mark R. Schmidt

In Pennsylvania, Workers' Compensation covers most workplace injuries and illnesses. This is true even if an employer or other employee's carelessness caused the injury. There are limits, however. Coverage is not provided in the event that an injury is caused by intoxication or illegal drug use. Coverage may also be denied if an injury is self-inflicted, suffered while the worker was committing a... Read More
Posted at 08:10 AM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Workers Compensation

Can I apply for benefits in addition to those provided by the PA Workers' Compensation Act?

Tuesday, October 4, 2011 by Mark R. Schmidt

In Pennsylvania, you are permitted to apply for other sources of income such as
Social Security, unemployment or public assistance while your case is
proceeding. However, you must remember that Workers'
Compensation is a "wage loss" system. You may not "double dip." That
is, you cannot receive benefits from two different sources. This... Read More
Posted at 15:58 PM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Workers Compensation
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