Cranberry Township Workers' Compensation Lawyer

Helping Injured Workers in Butler County

If you were hurt on the job, you are likely entitled to workers' compensation. Unfortunately, the process of filing a claim can be extremely difficult, and many workers are denied the benefits they need and deserve.

At Luxenberg Garbett Kelly & George, P.C., we have been helping the injured in Cranberry Township and throughout the surrounding areas since 1934. Our Cranberry Township workers' compensation attorneys have a comprehensive understanding of this complex area of the law, and we know what it takes to help you navigate the legal system as efficiently and effectively as possible.

Call our office today at (724) 576-8855 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with a member of our legal team.

How to File a Workers' Compensation Claim

Workers' compensation is a no-fault system. This means that, regardless of who caused your injuries, you are generally entitled to benefits if you were hurt on the job. To be eligible for workers' compensation, you must be an employee, and your employer must carry workers' comp insurance.

To file a workers' compensation claim, follow these steps:

1. Report the injury: Report your injury to your employer within 21 days. If you do not report your injury within 120 days from the date of the injury (or when you should have known about the work-related disease or injury): You may be unable to collect benefits.
2. Seek medical attention: You are required to see a doctor who is approved by your employer for non-emergency treatment within the first 90 days after your injury. If you fail to do so, your claim could be denied. After the 90 days have passed you are free to see any doctor of your choice.
3. File a claim form: After you report your injury, your employer should take over the process and send a claim to the Pennsylvania Bureau of Workers' Compensation.
4. Wait for a decision: Your employer's insurance company will have 21 days from the day of notification to take action on the claim. It will either deny the claim, approve it, or temporarily approve the claim while conducting an investigation. The extended investigation period can take up to 90 days. You will begin receiving benefits upon approval. If it is denied, you have the right to file an appeal.

What Does Workers' Compensation Cover?

Workers' compensation is intended to cover injuries and illnesses that occur at work or as a result of an employee's job. This includes both physical and mental injuries, as well as occupational diseases.

Workers' compensation covers the following, and more:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Temporary and permanent disability
• Rehabilitation

If a worker is killed on the job or dies as a result of a work-related illness or injury, his or her family may be entitled to death benefits.