What Is The Heart & Lung Act?







If you have been hurt on the job in Pennsylvania, you know how stressful the workers’ compensation process can be. You filed your claim, gathered your medical evidence, testified at hearings, and waited—oftentimes, many months—for a decision. Then, the decision arrives, and the Workers’ Compensation Judge (WCJ) ruled against you. […]
Delivery drivers in Pennsylvania face hazards every time they hit the road. These hazards can include reckless driving by other drivers, ice, poor road conditions, potholes, or even pedestrians. In some cases, delivery drivers are exposed to hazards in the warehouse before they even get behind the wheel, such as […]
Getting hurt at work is stressful enough. But for many workers in Pennsylvania who do not speak English as their first language, the workers’ compensation system can feel confusing, intimidating, and unfair from the very beginning. Misunderstandings can quickly turn into serious problems. Delayed medical care. Denied wage loss benefits. […]
The holiday season brings an enormous surge in online shopping, and with it, a massive increase in short-term delivery jobs. Amazon, UPS, FedEx, and other carriers routinely hire thousands of seasonal drivers, driver helpers, and warehouse associates to keep up with demand. These jobs are fast-paced, physically demanding, and often […]