Legal Question in Workers Comp in Pennsylvania

I injured my knee many years ago OFF the job and I have had 2 surgeries, the last one in the 90's. I haven't had a doctor look at my knee for years. While at work yesterday, I injured that knee while kneeling doing my work. Should or can I inform my employer that it is a workers comp injury?


Asked on 9/26/10, 5:06 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ronald Calhoon calhoon & associates, p.c.

Yes. This appears to be an outright new injury or an aggravation of a pre-existing condition, both which are compensabe as a NEW work injry at your current rate of pay. You are required to provide notice within 120 days but the sooner the better.

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Answered on 10/01/10, 11:20 am


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