Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Lawyer
We go to work expecting that our employers and coworkers will take the precautions needed to keep everyone safe. Too often, that expectation falls short. Every year, hardworking employees across Pennsylvania are hurt on the job, sometimes severely enough to change the course of their lives. If you have been injured while doing your job, the law may entitle you to compensation.
Recovering those benefits, however, is rarely as simple as filing a form. The right attorney can help you follow the correct procedural steps and pursue everything you are owed after a workplace accident. A workers’ compensation lawyer can review the circumstances of your injury, determine whether you have a viable claim, and stand with you from the first filing through to a final resolution.
The Law Office of Kaitlin Files LLC represents injured workers throughout Bucks County, Montgomery County, and Delaware County. Whether your case involves a straightforward initial filing or complex litigation, our team provides personalized support at every stage. We are committed to reversing workers’ compensation claims that have been unfairly denied and to protecting our clients from employer retaliation. Whatever your situation, we work diligently to secure the benefits you have earned.
Sudden, Serious Workplace Accidents
The injuries people suffer at work depend largely on the work they do. Many happen in an instant, in a single serious incident such as
Sudden Accidents
These sudden accidents typically cause acute injuries. Our local workers’ compensation attorneys have handled many cases involving the following common conditions:
- Back injuries, including spinal cord injuries and herniated or bulging discs
- Shoulder injuries, including rotator cuff tears
- Fractures and sprains
- Knee injuries, including meniscus or ACL tears
- Hernias
- Burns
- Lacerations and cuts
- Infections
- Head injuries, such as concussions
- Heart attacks
- Strokes
After sustaining a sudden, serious injury, it is essential to get proper medical care. It is also important to meet with a seasoned workers’ compensation attorney in the area to determine how to best proceed with a claim for benefits.
Common Chronic Work-Related Injuries
In addition to sudden accidents, a Levittown worker could also claim compensation for a chronic injury caused by months or years of performing the same job. Some of the chronic injuries frequently cited in workers’ compensation claims are:
- Repetitive motion injuries, such as carpal tunnel syndrome resulting from an office typing job or tendonitis from a factory assembly line job
- Vision loss
- Hearing loss, often from repeated or continuous exposure to loud sounds
- Lung damage or other respiratory problems, often due to exposure to toxic substances and inhalation of toxic fumes
- Cancer or other occupational diseases resulting from prolonged exposure to toxic substances, such as asbestos
- Psychological injuries, such as anxiety, depression, and stress
Regardless of the specific injury or illness, a skilled attorney could help a Levittown resident pursue workers’ compensation benefits for their job-related condition.
How Workers' Compensation Benefits Work in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania law requires employers to carry insurance covering work-related injuries to their employees. Because the system is “no-fault,” you can generally pursue benefits even if you were partly responsible for the accident that caused your injury. In most cases, workers’ compensation covers your reasonable medical expenses along with a portion of the wages you lose while your injury keeps you from working.
Under Pennsylvania law, an employee usually cannot sue their employer outside of the workers’ compensation system, though there are important exceptions. You may still be able to bring a claim against a responsible third party, such as a property owner or an equipment manufacturer, whose actions contributed to your injury. And if you are an independent contractor rather than an employee, you may have the right to pursue a claim against the company directly, outside of workers’ compensation. A seasoned attorney can explain how these rules apply to the details of your case.
Speak With a Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Attorney
Workers’ compensation law is complicated, and it is easy to make costly mistakes without guidance. Working with an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer can help you move through the process correctly and avoid the errors that put your benefits at risk. Call our office today to schedule a consultation with a member of our team.
The Law Office of Kaitlin Files LLC · (215) 987-6452
