Why do Lancaster County Employers Deny Workers’ Comp Claims?

By Dennis L. Plank, Attorney. Workplace injuries can significantly impact an individual's physical and financial life. In addition to the pain and suffering, injured employees may also face lost wages and expensive medical bills. In Lancaster County, workers hurt on the job are eligible for compensation under the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act. However, some employers may deny these benefits, intentionally or unintentionally. Under PA…

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Your Workers’ Comp Claim has Been Denied. What do You do Next?

By Dennis L. Plank, Attorney Many of us work hard at our jobs. We show up day after day, giving our employers our best efforts. But even dedicated, experienced employees may get hurt on the job. That's why denied workers' compensations claims are so frustrating. In 1915, Pennsylvania enacted the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act to provide medical benefits and to compensate workers for lost…

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What is a Personal Injury Lawsuit? And Should You File one?

By Dennis L Plank, Attorney While accidents happen, not all accidents warrant a legal response or a personal injury lawsuit. However, some injuries are the result of careless or irresponsible behavior. When people, businesses, organizations, corporations, or government agencies do not take reasonable care to keep people safe and free from harm, they are legally responsible when someone is hurt as a result of…

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