Pennsylvania Workers Comp Attorneys

Pennsylvania Workers Compensation Coverage

Most Pennsylvania workers are covered under workers' compensation, an employer-subsidized program that helps pay for medical expenses incurred due to on-the-job injuries and illnesses. But do you have workers' compensation coverage? What can you do if you're denied coverage?

Pennsylvania employers are required by state law to provide workers' compensation, either through self-insurance, private insurance, or paying into a state fund. However, some employees, such as contractors, domestic servants, insurance and real estate agents, and some agricultural employees, may not be required for coverage under Pennsylvania law.

Technically, workers' compensation covers workplace injuries. Common covered injuries include back and neck strain, sprains, joint trauma, burns, chemical inhalation, back problems such as herniated disks, heart attacks, asthma attacks, even acquired injuries such as COPD, hearing loss, or mesothelioma.

Though technically all employees are covered under workers' compensation when working at their job, employers may try to contest their workers' compensation obligations before the state Bureau of Workers' Compensation. Often, employers will attempt to deny coverage by finding evidence of preexisting conditions or illegal activity on the job. For this reason, it is recommended that someone seeking workers' compensation coverage arm themselves with the services of a reputable workers' compensation lawyer who understands the many complicated ins and outs of the workers' compensation system.

If you are denied workers' compensation coverage, you could lose out on the chance to receive money to help with the treatment of your work-related injury or illness, including money you need to pay for hospital visits, critical care, rehabilitation, or disability. Many workers' compensation denials can be avoided by finding the right lawyer to help you through the process of claiming workers' compensation benefits…but much depends on finding an attorney with the resources, experiences, and credibility it takes to competently maneuver workers' comp cases through the Pennsylvania system.

At Anapol Schwartz, we specialize in personal injury and workers' compensation cases. We believe that every employer has an obligation to care for their employees, especially when the workplace has proven unsafe or harmful. Don't fear the workers' compensation system…navigate it successfully with the help of our years of workers' compensation experience. If you've been asked to sign forms related to workers' compensation, talk to a PA workers compensation lawyer first. Contact us today for more information and a free, confidential case evaluation.

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