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Importance of Following Up With Doctors
As an injured worker, you should not delay in getting medical treatment. Many times injured workers try to tough things out. "Toughing it Out" can severely aggravate your injury. A doctor is there to not only provide you with appropriate medical care but also give you advice. The most important thing after an injury is to work on getting better. You can only get better with appropriate medical care and following your doctor's recommendations. If you would like a list of qualified doctors in your area, please contact Jason Krasno. He has a solid working relationship some of the top medical practices in the State of Pennsylvania.
Settlements, How Do They Work?
Posted by: Jason Krasno
July 04, 2011
Injured workers in Pennsylvania can settle the wage loss portion of their case or the wage loss and medical portion of their case. Payments are made in lump sum payouts or as annuity payments over time. An injured worker can negotiate to have an open medical settlement or close out their medical after a set period of time or at settlement. The wage loss portion of the settlement is based on your compensation rate (amount of your workers' compensation check) not your gross wage. The wage loss portion of the settlement DOES NOT factor in pain and suffering, punitive damages or loss of consortium. Negotiating the medical aspect of a settlement is trickier. Insurance Companies do not like to keep medical benefits open because it leaves them with too much risk in the future. For more details on workers' compensation settlements, please contact Jason Krasno.
If I Injure My Neck, Why Does My Arm Hurt?
Posted by: Jason Krasno
July 04, 2011
Many neck injuries result in nerve damage in the cervical spine. The cervical spine and its surrounding tissues are a complex network that helps control multiple functions in your body including sensation and motor skills in your arms and hands. Nerve injuries feel like pins and needles or the sensation of your hand "falling asleep." It is important to seek medical treatment right away to determine if you have injured a nerve in your neck. Please call or email Jason Krasno if you need a referral to a qualified physician who treats neck injuries.
