A Faster, Easier Way to Get Your Workers’ Comp Payments If you were hurt on the job and receive workers’ compensation in Pennsylvania, there’s good news: a new law now lets you get your payments by direct deposit — straight to your bank account. Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 1232 (Act 126 of 2024) to …

When you suffer an injury at work in Pennsylvania, it can be difficult to determine which type of legal claim to file. Some injuries fall under the state’s Workers’ Compensation system, while others may be pursued through personal injury law. In some situations, both may apply. Each system has different rules, procedures, and potential outcomes. …

Each year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) releases a list of the top 10 most frequently cited workplace violations. For example, fall protection, hazard communication, ladders, lockout/tagout, respiratory protection, powered industrial trucks, fall protection training, scaffolding, personal protective and lifesaving equipment (eye and face), and machine guarding comprised the list for fiscal year …

Each summer, thousands of seasonal and temporary workers are hired across Pennsylvania in industries such as landscaping, food service, construction, and recreation. While these jobs are often short-term, the risk of workplace injury can be significant. Unfortunately, many workers in these positions are unaware of their rights or are told they aren’t covered by Workers’ …

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, worker fatigue is a significant occupational safety concern. Why? Research shows that worker fatigue increases the risk of injuries and illnesses, and that it is linked to errors in patient care, industrial disasters, and increased sleep problems. There are several steps that employers can take …

Back injuries can have lasting consequences, including chronic pain, limited mobility, and long-term medical needs. Some injuries may require surgery, pain management, or ongoing physical therapy, leading to significant expenses over time. Fortunately, Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation laws provide benefits to cover medical expenses and lost wages for employees injured on the job. What Are Common …

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently investigated the death of a 30-year-old Oklahoma worker who died of asphyxiation while conducting repairs inside a water tank in 2023. The federal health and safety agency found that the decedent’s employer failed to evaluate the water tank for hazardous conditions, like testing atmospheric conditions, and did …

Prevent Blindness, a non-profit, voluntary organization committed to fighting blindness, saving sight, and improving policies for eye and vision health, has yet again declared March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month. People employed in all different types of industries, from administrative and office work to construction and specialized labor forces, face unique, job-specific risks for sustaining …