In Uniontown and the surrounding areas of Pennsylvania, construction work is a common way for people to earn a living. This can be through employment directly for a construction company or as a contractor. Regardless of the employment arrangement, given the nature of the work, it is important for these hard workers to understand the dangers they face with every task and project and know how workers' compensation can help them. Although most cases are smooth and the benefits are provided without issue, there can be complications and it will become necessary to have legal assistance to get the workers' compensation benefits. Knowing which lawyer to call is key.
Injured contractors should consider workers' compensation
Pedestrian-motor vehicle accidents common at one intersection
Motor vehicle accidents can happen at any location in Uniondale. These can involve vehicles crashing into one another, a crash between a vehicle and a bicyclist or a motor vehicle hitting a pedestrian. For people who are in one of these accidents, it can cause significant life changes with long-term damage, medical costs, lost wages and the need for extensive care, perhaps for the rest of their life. There can even be fatalities. While the randomness of a motor vehicle crash could lead to the perception that they happen in different areas, there are specific spots where it is known to be risky, especially for pedestrians. Those injured in this or any location should remember their rights to compensation in a legal filing.
