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Can I Be Fired for Filing a Workers' Compensation Claim in Pennsylvania?

Following a job-related accident in Pennsylvania, you can file for workers’ compensation benefits for any injury, illness, or other medical ailment. What happens if your employer does not want you to file for workers’ comp or take time off to recover? Can you be fired for filing for workers’ compensation? In Pennsylvania, the answer is a clear “no”—you are protected against retaliation. Here, our Delaware County workers’ compensation lawyers explain what you should know about the workers’ comp retaliation laws in Pennsylvania.

What to Know About Pennsylvania Workers’ Comp Retaliation Laws

It is your right in Pennsylvania to file for workers’ compensation benefits after a job-related injury or illness. Beyond ensuring medical treatment and wage-loss benefits, the Commonwealth’s workers’ compensation laws protect workers from employer retaliation when they exercise their right to file a claim. Here are key points to know about these claims:

Three Steps to Take if You Suspect You are Being Punished for Filing for Workers’ Comp

Do you suspect that you were subject to unlawful retaliation on the grounds that you filed for workers’ compensation benefits? Here are three steps that you should take:

Contact Our Delaware County Workers’ Comp Attorney Today

At Schmidt, Kirifides, Rassias, & Rio, our Delaware County workers’ compensation attorneys have the experience that you can rely on. If you have any questions or concerns about a workers’ comp retaliation claim, we are here as a resource. Contact us today for a free, no-strings-attached initial consultation. We represent workers in Delaware County and communities beyond.