When you’re dealing with a work-related injury, your path to recovery can be filled with uncertainty. At Krasno Krasno & Onwudinjo, we understand how overwhelming this process can be, which is why we’re here to help you navigate your workers’…
When you’re injured on the job, workers’ compensation helps cover your medical expenses and lost wages. However, at a certain point, your medical condition may reach a stage where further recovery is no longer expected. This stage is referred to…
Workers’ comp in Pennsylvania is a system designed to provide financial support and medical benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. This program aims to help workers recover from their injuries while ensuring they receive compensation for lost…
Suffering an injury on the job can be a traumatic and stressful experience. In the blink of an eye, your world is turned upside down, especially if you suffer a debilitating injury that leaves you permanently or partially disabled. Pennsylvania…
Pennsylvania workers’ compensation is a valuable resource for those who are injured in a work-related accident or develop an illness. Most employees working for companies in the Commonwealth will qualify for coverage, but it’s important to be aware of the…
Workers’ Compensation and Employer Defense Tactics When a worker in Pennsylvania suffers an injury, they are protected by a particular set of rules that helps them maintain their rights. These rules are known as workers’ compensation laws. In PA, employers…
Hernia repairs are often done with surgical mesh, which can strengthen the tissue and provide a better outcome for the patient. However, in some cases, there have been problems that arise from these surgeries that leave patients with additional medical…
An increasing number of states have legalized the use of marijuana for medical purposes. It’s especially helpful for those who have chronic pain and hope to avoid becoming addicted to painkillers. However, the use of marijuana as an approved treatment…
When you have been hurt on the job, workers’ compensation is meant to take care of your medical bills and get you back to work as soon as possible. In most cases, this includes all treatment and care you require,…
During the workers’ compensation process, it is important to understand that your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance company is going to do everything in its power to pay you as little as possible. The law affords insurance companies certain rights that…
In certain workers’ compensation cases, third parties may be liable to pay a third party lawsuit settlement in the event of a work-related injury. In most workers’ compensation claims, employees give up the right to file a lawsuit against their…
If you are suffering an illness or injury, you may be curious if there are any available benefits to cover the income you have lost. There are two options for most workers who have sustained disabilities that only last a…
Suffering an injury on the job in Pennsylvania is stressful. A visit to the emergency room for even the most minor issue can lead to expensive bills that you might not be able to pay. If you suffered this injury…
If you have never had to work with an insurance adjuster specifically due to a workers’ compensation claim, the process can easily become daunting. It is a common misconception to believe that the insurance adjuster is there to guide and…
Workers’ compensation is an insurance program meant to support those who are hurt on the job so they can recover and return to work. In most cases, it works as intended, and everyone benefits. However, employers are wary that some…
With the changes in the U.S. economy in the last decade, more people are working into their later years. If they are hurt on the job, returning to work may be a less attractive option than simply retiring. However, before…
It’s rare that you must pay back your workers’ compensation benefits. In most instances, if the insurance company feels you have broken any of their rules for receiving compensation, they will simply deny your claim or stop your payments. This…
If you are injured on the job in Pennsylvania, you depend on workers’ compensation benefits to take care of your medical expenses. If you have surgery coming up, but your claim is rejected, you may be afraid of the consequences…