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        • Pittsburgh, PA
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What Happens When Your Employer Schedules You To See a Doctor For an Independent Medical Examination?

March 30, 2021
Stern & Cohen
Workers' Compensation
If you sustain a work injury, you may receive a letter from your employer requesting you appear for an Independent Medical Examination (“IME”).  Under the Workers’ Compensation Act, employers may, and often do, request...
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Are Psychological Injuries Covered By Workers’ Compensation?

March 19, 2021
Stern & Cohen
Workers' Compensation
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The simple answer to this question is yes. However, it is important to understand how the Act works and what is needed to prove that you sustained a psychological injury. Psychological injuries fall into three discrete areas...
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Are Independent Contractors Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?

March 5, 2021
Stern & Cohen
Workers' Compensation
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In order to establish a right to compensation, the Workers’ Compensation Act requires: 1. An employment relationship 2. During which an accident or injury arises 3. In the course of employment  4. And is related to the...
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The Employer Has Filed a Petition To Stop Your Workers’ Compensation – What Does This Mean?

March 3, 2021
Stern & Cohen
Workers' Compensation
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TERMINATION PETITION You are injured on the job and your Employer accepts the work injury by issuing a Notice of Compensation Payable (“NCP”).  You are going to physical therapy and seeing an orthopedist to treat the...
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What Is Considered An Injury Under The Workers’ Compensation Act?

February 25, 2021
Stern & Cohen
Workers' Compensation
You may have a Workers’ Compensation claim without even knowing it.  An injury used to be defined as “violence to the physical structure of the body.”  Now in the realm of workers compensation, an injury is no longer...
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What’s Not Covered Under Pennsylvania Workers’ Comp

Generally, injuries and damages not covered by Pennsylvania workers’ compensation include injuries sustained outside the scope of employment, self-inflicted injuries, injuries caused by illegal activities or intoxication, injuries resulting from a direct violation of company policy, injuries to certain categories of workers, and pain and suffering. What does this really […]

Penalty Petitions in Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Cases

If you were hurt at work in Pennsylvania, your employer and their workers’ compensation insurance company are required to follow the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act. These rules ensure that you receive wage-loss checks on time and that your medical bills are paid. But what happens when the insurance company ignores […]

Injured at Work in Allentown? Here’s What You Need to Know About Workers’ Comp

Suffering a workplace injury can turn life upside down. Beyond the immediate pain and physical challenges, injured workers often face the sudden loss of a paycheck. Meanwhile, medical bills and household expenses keep piling up, creating financial stress during an already difficult time. Fortunately, Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation system is designed […]

Forklift Injuries and Your Rights Under Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation

Forklifts are essential pieces of industrial equipment used in many workplaces across Pennsylvania, including warehouses, distribution centers, construction sites, and manufacturing plants. Designed to lift, move, and transport heavy loads, forklifts improve efficiency and reduce the physical burden on workers. However, they also carry significant risks. Improper use or unsafe […]

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If you are unable to work due to a work-related injury or illness, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation that will cover your medical expenses and up to two-thirds of your lost income. If you have questions or are facing obstacles, Stern & Cohen can help. Please fill out the form on the right so that we can learn more about your workers’ compensation needs.

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