Scranton Workers Compensation Lawyers
We Fight for Workers in Lackawanna County & Northeastern PA
Every day, Pennsylvania workers face real risks on the job. These can range from lifting heavy materials, operating machinery, and driving for work to performing repetitive tasks. When a workplace injury or occupational illness disrupts your life, the consequences can be long-lasting. When that occurs, Abrahamsen, Conaboy & Abrahamsen P.C. can protect your rights and pursue the benefits to which you are entitled under Pennsylvania law.
Our firm has represented injured workers’ compensation claims since 1982. Our attorneys understand how disruptive a work injury can be to your health, income, and family life. We can take on the legal burden, handle all communication with employers and insurance carriers, and fight to ensure you receive full and fair workers’ compensation benefits. We work on a contingency basis; you pay no upfront attorney fees unless we win your case.
Call (570) 712-5545 or submit our contact form to book a free in-person or virtual consultation with a Scranton workers’ compensation attorney. Hablamos español.
How We Help Injured Workers
At Abrahamsen, Conaboy & Abrahamsen P.C., we provide comprehensive representation at every stage of a workers’ compensation claim. Our attorneys help injured workers by:
- Filing claims correctly and on time
- Challenging claim denials and benefit terminations
- Defending against efforts to force an early return to work
- Securing wage-loss and medical benefits
- Pursuing third-party claims when a defective product or negligent party contributed to the injury
- Coordinating workers’ compensation benefits with Social Security Disability when injuries are long-term or permanent
We understand the tactics insurance carriers use to minimize or deny claims, and we are prepared to counter them effectively. Our firm handles all types of cases, including neck and back injuries, asbestos exposure, amputations, burns, carpal tunnel syndrome, traumatic brain injuries, joint injuries, and more.
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“Highly Recommend”
“Chip Abrahamen is a great lawyer who takes time with you and listens to what you're telling him.”- Kelley E. -
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“ACA Law has handled estate planning and a personal injury case for me. Each interaction was handled with supreme professionalism.”- Patrick C. -
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“Chip is amazing, his expertise is top of the line, makes sure he understands me and communicates accordingly. I just settled my case last week, first try.”- Joel T. -
“A True Advocate Who Changed My Life”
“This man has truly been a life changer for me, and I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a strong, reliable, and compassionate attorney.- Joe T.
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Why Choose Abrahamsen, Conaboy & Abrahamsen P.C.?
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Accessible SupportWe offer free consultations, virtual appointments, and five convenient office locations to better serve our clients. Our goal is to make quality legal help easy to access when you need it most.
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Proven ExperienceWith more than 24,000 cases handled, our attorneys bring decades of real-world legal experience to every matter. We know how to navigate complex injury and workers’ compensation claims effectively.
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Local TrustServing Northeastern Pennsylvania since 1982, our firm has built a strong reputation rooted in community relationships and results. We are proud to be a trusted hometown law firm for generations of families.
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Personal AttentionEvery client works directly with an attorney, not a case manager or assistant. We take the time to understand your situation and provide individualized guidance at every step.
Understanding the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation System
Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation system provides benefits to employees who are injured on the job. In exchange for these benefits, workers generally cannot sue their employer directly. While this system offers essential protections, it also limits what injured workers can recover, and strict rules and procedures govern it.
Workers’ compensation claims are often contested. Experienced defense attorneys represent employers and their insurance carriers, and valid claims are frequently denied, delayed, or challenged.
Many injured workers are surprised to learn that a significant number of initial claims do not get approved without a legal fight, particularly when injuries involve preexisting conditions, repetitive trauma, or disputes over whether the injury is work-related.
Benefits Available Through Workers’ Compensation
Depending on your situation, Pennsylvania workers’ compensation benefits may include:
- Medical benefits covering all reasonable and necessary treatment related to the work injury
- Wage-loss benefits for time missed from work due to injury or illness
- Specific loss benefits for the permanent loss of use of a body part
- Disfigurement benefits for permanent and visible scarring
- Death benefits for surviving family members in fatal workplace accidents
If your injury was caused by a defective product, faulty equipment, or a negligent third party, you may also be entitled to pursue a separate personal injury claim, allowing recovery beyond workers’ compensation limits.