Fire/Police/Corrections Accidents

Pennsylvania Heart and Lung Act Attorney

Police, firefighters, correctional officers, and other municipal employees in Pennsylvania who suffer on-the-job injuries of a temporary nature can claim compensation under the Heart and Lung Act. The claims process specified by the Act is quite different in many respects than the workers compensation system or that of private insurance companies. To successfully navigate the claims process and obtain the compensation you deserve, you will need a knowledgeable and experienced attorney.

For many years, Friday & Cox LLC has helped clients covered by the Act to obtain the compensation they need to recover from their injuries. We understand the unique aspects of the Heart and Lung claims process, and will aggressively seek to obtain all of the compensation you deserve.

Call 1-866-462-9607 for a free consultation.

The Heart and Lung Claims Process

The Heart and Lung Act covers temporary injuries suffered by a police officer, firefighter, correctional officer, or other municipal employee while on the job, not only injuries to the heart and lungs. Fractures, broken bones, burns, and injuries inflicted by suspects or prisoners are among the injuries covered, if they are of a temporary nature. Injuries resulting in permanent disability are covered by the workers compensation system.

Unlike workers compensation or private insurance claims however, Heart and Lung Act claims are before a commission made of officials from the municipal authority where the injured person works. Because they are not medical providers or insurance claim specialists, they may lack understanding of the underlying aspects of injuries and the medical treatment required. Furthermore, there is no appeals process for rejected claims.

If your claim is not prepared and presented properly, you may lose your right to compensation under the Act.

An Experienced Heart and Lung Law Firm

Friday & Cox LLC understands these issues and how to prepare and present strong claims. We will seek to obtain all of the compensation you need to make as complete a recovery as possible. We are also experienced workers compensation lawyers, and if applicable, we can file a Heart and Lung claim and workers compensation claim simultaneously. This may maximize the compensation you receive.

Recovering from your injury should be your number one concern. Friday & Cox LLC will work to obtain the compensation you need for medical treatment, rehabilitation therapy, and other services you require to recover from your injury.

For a free initial consultation with Friday & Cox LLC, call 1-866-462-9607 or contact us online. We represent clients in Allegheny County, the greater Pittsburgh area, and throughout Pennsylvania.