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What Are the Differences Between Workers Compensation and a Personal Injury Claim for a Construction Accident?
March 16, 2024 Read Time: 6 minutes
The construction site is a dangerous, constantly moving environment where the presence of crews, heavy equipment, and machinery creates significant hazards. Safety rules exist to prevent construction accidents in Pennsylvania, but they still occur with alarming frequency. The causes vary considerably, and they can be traced to the acts of many different parties and teams […]
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Key Factors to Consider When Hiring a Philadelphia Construction Accident Lawyer
December 1, 2022 Read Time: 6 minutes
When you suffer an injury on the job, your financial future is on the line. If you cannot work, you lose your income at the same time you face significant medical expenses. Construction accident Lawyers and Workers’ compensation both protect employees from financial devastation because of on-the-job injuries. No one has the right to deny […]
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An Overview Of Pennsylvania’s Statutory Employer Doctrine
October 15, 2015 Read Time: 6 minutes
Pennsylvania’s Statutory Employer Doctrine is a common defense in construction accident cases. The law was originally meant to protect workers. It has since been twisted to help defend employers from liability for workplace accidents. The history of the statutory employer defense Generally, if a person is hurt while working they cannot sue their employer. The […]
