Understanding Workers Compensation Laws in Reading

If you are injured at your place of work, or as a direct result of an accident that occurred while you were engaged in activities related to your job, then any attempts you make to earn legal compensation for your injuries falls under the umbrella of workers compensation laws.

Essentially, worker compensation laws ensure that employees who are injured or disabled on the job receive fixed monetary awards—this has the effect of eliminating the need for litigation.  Worker Compensation laws governing Allentown, Lancaster, and Reading, PA also provide benefits for surviving dependents of individuals killed in work-related accidents or by work-related illnesses.  Employers are protected by these laws to some degree since the amount of the award that an injured employee can recover is limited.

If you are involved in a case involving workers comp laws, contact the law firm of Touchstone & Associates today.  Do not try to take on this complex area of legal practice by yourself.

Common questions about workers comp law in Reading, Lancaster and Allentown, PA

Why do I need to file a claim? My employer should do this for me.

By law, only you can file your worker comp claim.  Your employer is legally prohibited from filing it for you.

Can I sue my employer if negligence on the part of my employer caused my injury?

Worker comp is the only legal remedy for individuals who are injured or fall ill as a direct result of work-related activities.

Will I be compensated for pain and suffering?

No. Workers compensation is a no fault system, meaning that pain and suffering damages may not be awarded.

Can I recover workers compensation for an injury that was pre-existing, but worsened because of work?

In many cases, workers compensation law allows damages to be sought in cases where a work-related activity worsens an existing injury.  Consult an attorney first.

Can I be fired while I am on workers compensation?

In many cases, yes.  State law does not require an employer to hold a job for an injured employee.

Can my employer force me to seek treatment from a specific doctor?

Unless your employer is self-insured, you may seek treatment from whatever doctor you choose.

Reading, Allentown, and Lancaster, PA worker comp law attorneys

At Touchstone & Associates, P.C., we are eager to apply our experience to your case.  Please review the information on our website and contact us for a consultation.  It is our philosophy that a consultation with Touchstone & Associates is an opportunity to earn your trust, your confidence and the privilege of representing you.  Contact us today.