Legal Question in Workers Comp in Pennsylvania

Re: Back to work, though I am unable

When you are first injured, the insurance carrier issues a document called a Notice of Compensation payable. This lists, among other things, the description of your injury. If, during the course of the claim, it appears as though the description is incomplete then it is the claimant's burden to demonstrate the causal relation of the additional injury. In your case, you would need to prove that your aggravation of pre-existing fibromyalgia is due to the work injury and that it prevents you from returning to work. That is easier said than done but it would be achieved by the filing of a Review petition.

It certainly makes sense that you have applied for a position in a part time capacity however, depending on your age and education that could adversely affect your claim for social security disability. Nonetheless, if you can work in some capacity, you should strive to find a position that will accomodate you. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact my office.