The tragedy can attack in the most unexpected moments. A loved one can leave home to work and never return. We have all seen and heard those stories in the news. Injuries in the workplace that result in death are incredibly traumatic for the family of the deceased. Did you know that there are workers compensation benefits available for surviving family members after the death of a loved one?
The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Law allows benefits to be paid to surviving relatives of the deceased. While the benefits are generally paid to a widow/widower and surviving minor children, the law also provides potential benefits for surviving parents or siblings if it can be established that they were dependent on the employee at the time of death.
It is essential to hire a lawyer with experience in Workers’ Compensation to overcome the cynical resistance of insurance companies to pay surviving family members the benefits to which they are entitled. HGSK attorneys have more than 30 years of experience in competing with challenging insurance companies. We have a long history of successfully prosecuting death claims, as well as more common Workers Compensation claims.
If a family member has died in the course and scope of their employment, contact the attorneys at HGSK for a free consultation on the rights and responsibilities of all members of the family of the deceased. In addition, if you or someone you know has been injured in the course and scope of your employment and has not received assistance from the insurance company with respect to the initial payment of benefits or the reluctance to receive continuing benefits, contact the attorneys at HGSK for a free consultation and strategy session.
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