Workers' Comp Benefits
Disability Benefits in Pennsylvania
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Workers’ Compensation Disability Benefits in Pennsylvania
Your Rights & Benefits After a Workplace Injury
When a workplace injury costs you your income, Pennsylvania law gives you the right to disability benefits, but insurance companies work hard to limit what they pay. Robinson Law LLC is led by Paula Robinson, a Pennsylvania Bar Association certified workers’ compensation law specialist with more than 35 years of experience. That includes time spent representing employers and insurers, which means she knows exactly how the other side builds its case. She brings that knowledge to every Pennsylvania claimant she represents.
To discuss your workers’ compensation disability benefits and next steps, call (215) 804-9924 today for a free consultation.
Making Sense of Pennsylvania’s Workers’ Comp Disability Benefits
These benefits are designed to provide financial support to workers who, because of a job-related injury or illness, can’t return to their prior work or can’t earn the same wages. The amount and length of time you can receive benefits depend on the type and severity of your injury and what you were earning when you were hurt. One deadline matters immediately: you must report your injury to your employer within 120 days to remain eligible for disability benefits under the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act.
Pennsylvania workers’ compensation disability benefits generally fall into five categories:
- Temporary Partial Disability Benefits: If you can’t return to your regular job but can do lighter-duty work at lower pay, you may be entitled to temporary partial disability. This is typically two-thirds of the difference between your pre-injury wage and what you earn in the lighter-duty job.
- Permanent Partial Disability Benefits: If it’s medically determined that you have an ongoing partial disability, you may be entitled to two-thirds of the difference between your current and pre-injury wages. These benefits can continue for up to 500 weeks.
- Temporary Total Disability Benefits: If your injury is severe enough that you can’t work at all, you may be eligible for temporary total disability benefits. These are calculated based on your gross wages, known as your average weekly wage, up to a maximum set by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry.
- Permanent Total Disability Benefits: If it’s medically determined that your work-related condition may not improve, you may be considered permanently and totally disabled. Your compensation rate is based on your gross wages (average weekly wage), up to the maximum set by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. If you’re also receiving Social Security benefits, your combined total from both sources can’t exceed 80% of your gross pre-injury average weekly wage.
- Specific Loss Benefits: These monetary benefits apply when a worker suffers an amputation or permanent loss of use of a body part, or a serious and permanent disfigurement of the head, neck, or face. They’re paid either weekly or in a lump sum, and the amount and number of weeks are set by the schedule established under Section 306(c) of the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act based on the body part involved.
Why Pennsylvania Claimants Work Directly with Paula Robinson
Paula Robinson is certified as a specialist by the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Workers’ Compensation Law Section, a credential authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Workers’ compensation is her only practice area: no divided attention, no general practice. Every negotiation tactic and procedural decision she makes draws from a career spent entirely within this one area of Pennsylvania law.
Her background includes representing both employers and insurance companies, which gives her direct visibility into how defense strategies are constructed. She uses that perspective on your behalf when insurers challenge your average weekly wage calculation, push an impairment rating evaluation, or dispute your benefit category.
What claimants in Pennsylvania also get with this firm:
- Direct Attorney Access: You work with Paula personally, not a paralegal or case manager.
- Claimant-Side Only: Robinson Law LLC represents injured workers exclusively. There is no conflict of interest.
- Personal Injury Claim Coordination: When a workplace injury also supports a personal injury claim, Paula connects clients with experienced attorneys and coordinates both claims simultaneously.
- Proven Results: The firm has recovered millions of dollars for clients since 2011, with settlements covering medical bills, surgery, physical therapy, prescriptions, and specialist visits.
- Bilingual Representation: Services are available in English and Spanish.
- Recognized & Awarded: Paula holds a 10/10 Avvo score, more than 200 client reviews, the Avvo Clients’ Choice Award in 2023, 2024, and 2025, and recognition from Super Lawyers, Expertise, and the BBB.
Let Robinson Law LLC Handle the Legal Complexities of Your Case
Paula personally represents injured workers throughout Pennsylvania. Whether your claim involves a disputed benefit category, a denied petition, or an appeal before the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, you’ll have more than 35 years of workers’ compensation experience in your corner from start to finish.
For help with your workers’ compensation disability claim or related issues, call (215) 804-9924!
Why Injured Workers Choose Robinson Law LLC
Workers' compensation and nothing else for 35+ years. Here's what you can expect with our firm:
- Certified Workers' Comp Specialist
- $22+ Million Recovered
- Direct Line to Paula
- Free Initial Consultation
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I am extremely impressed with the level of professionalism, expertise, and dedication they demonstrated throughout my case.Isiah Rivera
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After having a severe injury at work, my Attorney, Paula Robinson, was very persistent in dealing with the insurance company for my settlement. She is an exceptional lawyer. Paula took a lot of time with my wife and I to make sure we understood everything. I would recommend Attorney Robinson to anyone looking for a caring, personable, professional lawyer.David W.
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I thought I didn’t need a lawyer for my workman’s comp. case. I was so wrong. A friend recommended that I call Paula Robinson at Robinson Law. If you want an attorney who will treat you with personal commitment, one who answers all of your calls, one who goes out of her way to give you the personal attention you want, then Paula Robinson is the one you should call to handle your injury case. She will work hard to get you the best settlement possible in the shortest time. She is always just a phone call awayRich W.
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Being represented by Attorney Robinson was a wonderful experience for me and my family. Not only was Paula a competent and skilled attorney helping me receive compensation in my case, but she was truly sympathetic to my scenario and difficulties the circumstances presented for me and my loved ones. I would recommend Attorney Robinson for anyone dealing with a work related injury or disability. She is the best… thanks again Paula for everything!John H.
