Workers Comp News
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Issues Important Ruling for Workers Exposed to Asbestos
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently issued an important ruling regarding workers suffering from asbestos related illnesses. The Court found that the cases of ill workers who were exposed to asbestos cannot be dismissed on summary judgment just because the workers … Continue reading
Two Workers Die in Pennsylvania Gas Explosion
Two people were killed in an Allegheny gas explosion last Friday. The accident happened at a Huntley & Huntley gas well in Indiana Township. The workers were performing maintenance on the well on the day of the accident. One of … Continue reading
New Jersey Utility Worker Hurt Rebuilding Power Line in Carneys Point Township
Last week, a New Jersey utility worker was hurt after he came into contact with electrical wires while he was working on Route 48 in Carneys Point Township. The man, who has not been identified, was flown to Cooper Medical … Continue reading
2 Injured in Separate Incidents at Montgomery County Meat Packing Plant
Last week, two people were injured at a meat packing plant in Franconia Township. One employee of JBS Packerland lost a finger and the other suffered a broken ankle. At around 7:30 a.m. on July 20 a 36 year old … Continue reading
2 Workers Killed in Pennsylvania Zinc Refinery Explosion
Last week two people were killed in a Pennsylvania workplace explosion. The explosion occurred at the Horsehead Corporation, a zinc plant in Beaver County about 28 miles north of Pittsburgh. One of the refinery columns used to make zinc oxide … Continue reading
National Headlines
This roundup of headlines from across the nation provides a snapshot of what’s happening with workers’ compensation and Social Security Disability in the United States. Arizona House Considers Workers’ Comp Bills Source: Insurance Journal Arizona Lawmakers are considering two workers … Continue reading
