Delivery Worker Injuries Can Be Severe
Workplace injuries can happen in any industry. In fact, information available from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows us that there were around 2.8 million non-fatal workplace injuries or illnesses reported during the latest year of data across the United States. However, we want to discuss an industry that has received increased scrutiny concerning workplace >> Read More
The Importance of Filing Your Workers’ Comp Claim Promptly
Workplace injuries occur all the time throughout the state of Pennsylvania. Often, these workplace injuries are relatively minor, and injured workers are able to get back to their job fairly quickly. However, it is not uncommon for employees to sustain injuries severe enough to keep them from going to work each day. Any person who >> Read More
Gross & Kenny, LLP Best Lawyers Award
The dedicated workers’ compensation defense attorneys at Gross & Kenny, LLP are proud to announce that the firm has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” 2021 edition. This year, Gross & Kenny, LLP has been ranked regionally as a “Tier 1” firm in the “Workers’ Compensation >> Read More
Jeffrey S. Gross and Patrick W. Kenny of Gross & Kenny, LLP advocating for injured workers for over three decades
Jeffrey S. Gross and Patrick W. Kenny of Gross & Kenny, LLP were recently featured in Suburban Life Magazine discussing their years of experience advocating for injured workers for over three decades. In the July 2020 issue, they discuss their legal philosophy and the importance of hiring an experienced Workers’ Compensation attorney. For more information >> Read More
Restaurant Workers Must be Cautious While Working in Commercial Kitchens
The restaurant industry includes many different types of services, such as fast food services and fine dining. Yet, everyone working in a commercial kitchen is at risk due to the many dangerous workplace conditions present. Commercial kitchens have the potential to cause serious work-related injuries and even death to workers. Occupational health and safety officials >> Read More
What Should I Know About Lump-Sum Workers’ Compensation Payments?
If a worker is injured on the job and receives Workers’ Compensation benefits, he or she may be approached by his or her employer or the insurer with an offer to settle the case. A settlement can be comprised of monthly payments over a specified period of time or a lump-sum payment, which is receiving >> Read More
Do Temporary Summer Workers Qualify for Workers’ Compensation?
Summer is one of the seasons when temporary workers are hired for jobs to handle increased workloads at popular vacation destinations. In the northeast, it is also a time when there is an increased demand for labor in the construction and landscaping industries. Approximately 2.7 million workers in the U.S. are temporary workers, which is >> Read More
Why is Roofing One of the Most Dangerous Jobs in the United States?
According to the Electronic Library of Construction Occupational Safety & Health, roofers have the fifth highest death rate in the construction industry. Roofers face many dangers, including slip and fall accidents, electrocution accidents, and even severe burns. Roofing is considered the fourth most dangerous job in the United States. For these reasons, it is important >> Read More
How Does COVID-19 Affect Older Workers?
The COVID-19 pandemic has swept the nation and will continue to be a national headline until cases cease. This virus has put a lot of employees out of work and has caused financial distress. If you are working from home during the pandemic and become injured, it is important to speak to an experienced Workers’ >> Read More
New Legislation Issued for COVID-19 Pandemic
Since early March, the world has significantly changed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic that has affected the personal and works lives of billions. Due to the pandemic, federal, state, and even local legislators have sought to put measures in place to protect workers and companies. Several pieces of legislation have passed or have been >> Read More