What is a Benefit?
A benefit in personal injury law refers to financial assistance from an employer, insurer, or social program during sickness, disability, or unemployment. Examples of personal injury benefits can include financial compensation for lost wages or direct payment for medical procedures. Indirectly, benefits ensure that negligent parties are held responsible and encourage safer practices to prevent future injuries.
When discussing personal injury law, the American Bar Association (ABA) states, “Personal injury law allows an injured person to go to civil court and get a legal remedy for all losses stemming from an accident…” Benefits are one of the previously mentioned remedies for the injury that has occurred, to restore the injured person to the position they were in before the injury occurred, as much as possible, mainly when this occurs while working.
For example, if Jane slips on a wet floor and bangs her head while at work, her company is liable, and they would likely pay her medical bills. The coverage of her medical bills is a benefit Jane would receive from the company. As benefits help those injured, understanding it is essential for anyone navigating a personal injury claim, as they provide those injured with a way of restoring their lives.
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Pittsburgh Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer
Were you hit by a drunk driver in Pittsburgh?
Alcohol is a factor in many of the worst car accidents that happen in and around Pittsburgh. When people choose to drive drunk, they recklessly put innocent lives in peril. Drunk driving accidents can result in serious injuries and loss of life.
If you were hit by a drunk driver in Pittsburgh, you may be facing steep medical bills, loss of income, and uncertainty about the future. The good news is that the law is on your side. Still, many car accident victims never receive the full amount of compensation they are owed because insurance companies settle their claims for less. A Pittsburgh drunk driving accident attorney at Munley Law can ensure you receive every dollar you need to make a full recovery and hold the other driver accountable.
Contact a Pittsburgh car accident lawyer at Munley Law today for a free, […]
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What is Strict Liability Law?
How Does Strict Liability Affect My Personal Injury Claim?
There are many personal injury cases that benefit from the strict liability law doctrine, also known as liability law. When the strict liability law doctrine is applicable, victims can seek out a personal injury claim without the emotionally exhausting task of establishing the responsible person(s) or company‘s proof of negligence, intention, or carelessness. Strict liability law only demands the evidence that shows harm or danger was inflicted upon the party seeking compensation, and that the accused committed it.
If you think that you have a personal injury case, or should you have questions about filing your case, contact a personal injury lawyer at Munley Law for a free consultation – we have over 60 years of experience, a successful track record, the resources, the knowledge, and the nationally recognized team to get you the compensation that you are entitled to. […]
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Philadelphia Workers’ Compensation FAQs
Injured workers in Philadelphia have a right to benefits under the workers’ compensation system.
The Philadelphia workers’ compensation attorneys at Munley Law have been serving the residents and workers of Philadelphia for more than 60 years. Munley Law is nationally recognized for our work on behalf of our clients. We are consistently named to the Best Lawyers in America lists. Our attorneys are board certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and have obtained millions for our clients who have sustained an injury in the workplace.
We can help you receive the benefits you deserve. Our Philadelphia workers’ compensation law firm understands that the aftermath of a work-related accident can be devastating. Workers’ compensation attorney Caroline Munley is certified as a specialist in the practice of workers’ compensation law by the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Section on Workers’ Compensation Law as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. […]
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Burn Injury Attorneys
Have you or a loved one suffered serious burn injuries?
Burn injuries are painful and can leave long-lasting physical and psychological scars. Whether it is a chemical burn from an unsafe product, a burn caused by a hazard on poorly kept property, a gas explosion, or an accidental burn at a bonfire or gathering, you may need an experienced burn injury lawyer to make sure you are compensated for your medical costs and suffering.
If you or a loved one have suffered serious burns as a result of negligence, contact Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys today to speak with one of our experienced burn injury lawyers or call us at (855) 866-5529.
Burn Injury Facts and Figures
Burn injuries are, unfortunately, an all too common occurrence across the nation.
According to the American Burn Association, […]
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Can I Work While On Workers’ Compensation in Stroudsburg?
Can I Work While Receiving Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Stroudsburg?
The Pennsylvania workers’ compensation system is meant to provide support to workers after they’ve been injured on the job. It will pay all their medical costs and provide wages while the worker recovers from their injuries. In the majority of workplace injury cases, the employee will receive workers’ comp benefits until they are ready to return to work. But not all workers’ comp cases are that straightforward. In some cases, an injured worker who has not fully recovered may go back to work to perform light duty assignments. This individual will continue to have medical bills, so workers’ compensation benefits will still be available to them.
However, is it possible to collect workers’ compensation benefits and work your normal job at the same time? The answer is, yes, under certain circumstances you can work and collect workers’ comp benefits. […]
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