Wilkes-Barre, PA
Wilkes-Barre Workers' Compensation Lawyer
Workers' compensation covers medical treatment and part of lost wages, but notice deadlines are short and denials are common.
Workers' Compensation claims in Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre sits along the Susquehanna River where Route 309 meets Interstate 81, with heavy truck traffic serving the surrounding distribution parks.
What matters most in these cases
- Notice to the employer should be given promptly — benefits can be affected after 21 days and barred after 120
- A separate third-party claim may exist where someone other than the employer caused the injury
- Independent medical examinations are often used to end benefits
Applicable law and resources
Pennsylvania sets a two-year deadline for most injury claims (42 Pa.C.S. § 5524) and applies modified comparative negligence (42 Pa.C.S. § 7102). Commercial vehicle cases add the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations on top of state law.
Wilkes-Barre workers' compensation FAQs
Can I sue my employer?
Workers' compensation is generally the exclusive remedy against an employer, but a claim may exist against a third party such as a contractor, driver or equipment manufacturer.
How long do I have to report a work injury?
Pennsylvania requires notice to the employer; benefits can be affected if notice comes after 21 days, and a claim can be barred after 120 days.
This is general legal information, not legal advice for your situation.
Published Munley results
$12 Million
Verdict for forklift accident victim who lost her leg.
$1 Million
Jury award for crush injury to trucker's foot.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
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