The workers’ compensation system in Pennsylvania is intended to protect our Commonwealth’s working individuals when they incur a work-injury by providing benefits in a timely fashion. Each workers’ compensation case, like any legal matter, requires that a particular party bear the burden of proof. Every initial claim for benefits, as well as any claim for […]
Pennsylvania workers may receive treatment for a psychiatric/mental conditions caused by a work injury. Of course, the burden is on the worker to prove the injury is work related and treatment is reasonable and necessary. In most cases, employer will not voluntarily pay for such injuries, primarily because psychological injuries are highly subjective. Thus, the […]
