You lift with a gait belt, you brace with your legs, you pivot, and the patient suddenly buckles. Maybe the Hoyer lift was down for maintenance. Maybe the second set of hands never arrived. On a busy shift in Wilkes-Barre, that single moment is all it takes for a sharp pull in your lower back, a shoulder that will not raise, or numbness running down a leg. Nurses tell us the same thing again and again. The pain sets in after the adrenaline fades, the charting is not complete, and now you cannot finish the shift or pick up the next one.
Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation is designed to cover this type of injury. The first step is simple. Report it to your supervisor and get it in writing. The next step is where we come in. The Belt Law Firm, P.C. documents the transfer, the assist level, whether equipment was available, whether the brakes were locked, and what the ER note, and imaging results indicate. We handle calls from the insurer, meet deadlines, and ensure that wage loss is calculated correctly while your treating doctor directs care, not a company clinic. These cases are part of broader workers’ compensation claims for healthcare workers, and the details of how a transfer was handled matter.
If lifting or transferring a patient left you injured, call The Belt Law Firm, P.C. at (570) 714-3343. We will sit down with you, look at what happened, and work to make sure you receive the benefits the law provides.
Every nurse knows the strain of moving patients. Sometimes there’s no lift available, sometimes the second aide doesn’t show, sometimes the patient shifts their weight without warning.
The injuries we see most often include:
Nurses in Wilkes-Barre are also injured in other common workplace incidents that may qualify for benefits.
Pennsylvania law gives nurses the right to workers’ compensation, which can cover treatment costs and part of your lost wages. The challenge is that hospitals and insurance carriers don’t always make the process simple. That’s where The Belt Law Firm, P.C., steps in. We work with nurses across the state to make sure their claims are respected and their benefits are paid.
Pennsylvania’s workers’ comp system is there to help, but it does not always run smoothly. Claims can be stalled, questioned, or denied. These situations often involve claim denials and delays, even when the injury happened during a routine patient transfer on the job. Some nurses are told to get back to work when their bodies are not ready. At The Belt Law Firm, P.C., we step in to make sure your claim is taken seriously and that you receive every benefit the law allows.
Understanding the workers’ compensation process can help nurses know when an insurance company is not following the law.
If you were injured while working as a nurse, call The Belt Law Firm, P.C. at (570) 714-3343. We will talk through what happened and take action to protect your benefits.
A patient who loses balance, equipment that is missing or broken, or a rushed transfer during a busy shift can all cause serious harm. Back injuries, shoulder tears, and herniated discs are some of the most common results. These injuries not only make it hard to keep working, but they can also affect a nurse’s health for years.
Safe patient handling programs exist to reduce these risks, but not every hospital or care facility has the right tools in place.
If you are a nurse who was hurt while lifting or transferring a patient, call The Belt Law Firm, P.C. at (570) 714-3343. We will review your situation, explain your rights, and take action to protect your claim.
Lifting and transferring patients is part of the job in every hospital and nursing home, but it is also one of the leading reasons health care workers get hurt. It only takes a patient losing balance, a piece of equipment not working, or trying to move someone without enough staff to leave you with a serious injury. We often see back strains, slipped discs, shoulder tears, and knee problems from these accidents. For many, the pain lasts long after the shift ends. In some cases, being taken off work may also mean needing help to collect unemployment benefits while a claim is pending.
At The Belt Law Firm, P.C., we work with health care workers across Pennsylvania to make sure their claims are taken seriously and that benefits are paid in full.
Nurses in Wilkes-Barre spend their shifts on the move. They lift patients, rush between rooms, handle equipment, and work through emergencies with little time to slow down. In that pace, injuries are common. Slips on wet floors, strained backs from transfers, or illnesses caught on the job can take you out of work and leave you wondering how to keep up with bills.
Hospitals and insurance carriers do not always make the process simple. Claims can be stalled, challenged, or cut short. Many injured nurses choose to speak with a Wilkes-Barre work injury lawyer to protect their rights and avoid mistakes that can cost them benefits. At The Belt Law Firm, P.C., we represent nurses across Luzerne County who find themselves in that situation. We know how to document what happened, keep claims moving, and make sure your benefits are protected under state law.
If you are a nurse in Wilkes-Barre who was injured at work, call The Belt Law Firm, P.C. at (570) 714-3343. We will listen to your story, explain your options, and take action to secure the benefits you deserve. We also provide Spanish-speaking assistance to ensure language is never a barrier to justice.
You can read what other injured workers say about working with our firm by visiting our client testimonials.
Workers’ compensation insurance covers all medical expenses stemming from your work injury. Workers’ comp pays wage loss benefits until you are able to go back to work. If you suffer an amputation or disfigurement to your face or neck, you may be entitled to additional disability benefits (even if you are still able to work).
Taking a lump-sum settlement may or may not make sense for your situation. You should get legal counsel before agreeing to a settlement.
There is no upfront or out-of-pocket cost to you. We provide a free initial consultation. You do not pay any legal fees unless and until we recover benefits for you.
Do you have a work-related injury? Please give us a call in Kingston at 570-714-3343, in Hazleton at 570-535-3343 or contact us online. Belt Law Firm, P.C., serves injured workers in Luzerne County and the surrounding communities of northeast Pennsylvania.
Many aspects of a successful workers’ compensation claim or unemployment compensation benefits case are complex.
At Belt Law Firm, P.C., we are here to help you and answer your questions. We provide legal advocacy in English and Spanish.
Call us today to schedule your free case evaluation in Hazleton at 570-535-3343 or Pittston at 570-714-3343.
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