JENKINTOWN PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS

When you have been injured on the job in Pennsylvania, it’s often difficult and frustrating to know what to do next. Many individuals do not know of the various entities that manage the workers’ compensation programs throughout the country. These entities manage payment, rehabilitation and medical care programs should you end up hurt and unable to work.

The Philadelphia workers’ compensation law firm of Mednick, Mezyk & Kredo is here to help provide a few key resources for individuals injured on the job in Philadelphia.

Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP)

This entity manages disability compensation for who experience a work-related injury or occupational disease. They provide programs including medical treatment, vocational rehabilitation, replacement benefits and much more.

Division of Federal Employees’ Compensation (DFEC)

This division handles work-related injuries or diseases incurred by the three million plus federal and postal workers throughout the United States. Their website provides a forum for injured workers, forms and procedural documents as well as the latest workers’ compensation news throughout the country.

National Council of Compensation Insurance (NCCI)

This entity is one of the nation’s largest and most comprehensive sources for information on workers’ compensation insurance. Their site and publications include information on statistics and industry trends in addition to helpful tips to limit on the job accidents.

American Association of State Compensation Insurance Funds (AASCIF)

This association of workers’ compensation insurance companies spans 26 states (including Pennsylvania) and eight boards in Canada. This entity provides a service to employers and injured workers as well as a continued focus on making the workplace safer and more efficient for everyone.

Philadelphia Workers’ Compensation Attorney

Navigating this often complicated process alone could leave you frustrated and battling for benefits instead of focusing on your health and recovery. Denials for benefits can come as a surprising and financial blow to individuals already struggling with mounting medical bills, rehabilitation programs and lost wages. An experienced workers’ compensation attorney can focus on deadlines, documentation and paperwork while you focus solely on your recovery.

The Philadelphia workers’ compensation team at Mednick, Mezyk & Kredo will exercise our experience and empathy as we work with the necessary parties to obtain your full compensation due. For a free consultation, call us today at 888-807-WORK (9675).