Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation – What We Do

We Protect Injured Workers Across Pennsylvania

When you suffer an injury at work, you need more than promises. You need a law firm that knows the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act inside and out. Let us fight for you until you get every benefit the law guarantees.

At McMenamin & Wing, we built our practice on helping injured workers. We don’t dabble in workers’ comp — we dedicate our entire practice to it. Our lawyers fight for injured workers all across Pennsylvania — from construction sites to hospitals and everywhere in between. We’ve helped thousands of injured workers.

We fight to get them weekly checks, medical care, and fair settlements so they can move forward. Call us today at 215-609-4183 or fill out our form, below, for a free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win.

Help For Injured PA Workers

The workers’ compensation system in Pennsylvania is complex, but we make it manageable for you. Our attorneys fight at every stage:

• File your claim correctly. We file every form on time and cut off any excuse the insurer might use to hold back your benefits
• Challenge denial of benefits. If your employer files a Notice of Denial (Form LIBC-496), we fight back immediately.
• Demand total disability benefits. We push for weekly checks if your injury causes lost wages.
• Secure medical treatment. We make sure you receive the care you need, not just what the insurance company wants to cover.
• Defend you after an IME. We protect you when the insurer sends you to its doctor to declare you “fully recovered.”
• Represent you in hearings and appeals. We argue your case before Workers’ Compensation Judges, the Appeal Board, and the Commonwealth Court.
• Negotiate settlements. We fight for lump-sum settlements only when they serve your best interest.

The PA Workers’ Compensation Process

 

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When you know the steps, you can better protect your rights. Here’s how the process unfolds:

1. Report your injury right away. The law gives you up to 120 days, but waiting puts your claim at risk.
2. Employer reports the injury. Within 7 days of a disability, an employer must file a First Report of Injury. They must file this form with the Department of Labor and Industry.
3. Insurer decides within 21 days. The insurance company must accept or deny the claim within 21 days. This starts when the employer gets notice of the injury.
4. File a Claim Petition if denied. If the insurance company denies your claim, we fight for you in court.
5. Appeal if needed. We have handled many appeals and have made law in PA from our work.

Real Example: We Set Precedent That Protects Workers

In the case of Wilgro Services v. WCAB (Mentusky), our firm fought for an injured worker fighting a denied claim. The worker jumped from a roof after his ladder disappeared. The employer tried to say the worker acted recklessly and didn’t deserve benefits. We fought back and showed that Pennsylvania’s workers’ comp law protects injured workers, even if they made a mistake.

The Commonwealth Court agreed and confirmed that workers keep their benefits in tough situations. This published opinion created controlling law in Pennsylvania. It shows the level of advocacy we bring to every case.

Common Situations Where We Step In

You should call us immediately if you face any of these challenges:

• Your employer insists your work related injury has nothing to do with work.
• The insurance company delays or denies your wage loss benefits.
• Your employer pressures you to return to work before your doctor clears you.
• An IME doctor claims you recovered even though you still struggle.
• The insurer dangles a settlement that doesn’t cover your needs.
• Fired while on light duty.
• Insurance carriers playing games or downplaying an injury.
• Adjuster threatens your workers compensation benefits.
• Insurer refuses to pay all wage losses and medical benefits.

Industries and Injuries We Handle Every Day

We fight for workers across Pennsylvania. Some of the most common cases we handle include:

• Construction accidents – falls, heavy equipment injuries, electrical shocks.
• Warehouse and factory injuries – crushed limbs, repetitive strain, lifting accidents, machinery malfunctions.
• Healthcare worker injuries – back and shoulder injuries from lifting patients, slips and falls, workplace assaults.
• Work-related vehicle accidents – crashes that occur while driving for your job.
• Repetitive stress injuries – like carpal tunnel, sore backs, and pain from doing the same heavy work day after day.

We understand workplace injuries come in all shapes and sizes. No matter what industry you work in, if an injury happens on the job, we step in to help.

Why Injured Workers Choose McMenamin & Wing

• Thousands of cases handled. We know every angle of Pennsylvania workers’ comp.
• Proven record of success. We argue cases all the way through the appellate courts.
• Statewide coverage. Our four offices put help within reach no matter where you live or work.
• Exclusive focus. We only practice workers’ compensation law. That focus gives our clients an edge.

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What Our Clients Say

“The insurance company denied my case. McMenamin & Wing stepped in, fought for me, and won. I couldn’t have done it without them.”

“They treated me with respect, explained everything, and made sure I got the benefits I needed.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a lawyer to file a workers’ comp claim?

Yes. You can file alone, but the insurance company will have lawyers. You deserve one too.

How long do I have to report a work injury in Pennsylvania?

You should report it immediately. The Act allows up to 120 days, but every day you wait hurts your claim.

What happens if my employer denies my claim?

You file a Claim Petition. If the insurer denies your claim, we take it to court and fight for your benefits.

Can I settle my case for a lump sum?

Yes. Many cases end with a Compromise & Release agreement. We negotiate to make sure you receive what your case is worth.

What does a workers’ comp lawyer do?

We file. We fight. We go to court. We get you care and wage checks. And we stop the insurer from pushing you around.

What if my employer doesn’t have workers compensation insurance?

The UEGF pays your benefits — but the deadlines are tight. A lawyer makes sure you don’t lose your claim.

Call Us Today

You don’t have to fight this battle alone. The sooner you act, the stronger your case becomes. We only handle workers compensation claims. Let our experienced attorneys work for you!

📞 Call us now at 215-609-4183

📝 Fill out our form for a free consultation – No fees unless we win.