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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1916
Page
6
Management across industrial plants railroads and public service firms emphasize safety first. From this slogan has emerged the equally vital concept of prevention guiding daily operations and policy.
The act, effective January 1, 1916 in Pennsylvania, aims to settle accident claims between employers and employees out of court. It bars common law defenses such as employee fault, assumed risks, or fellow employee negligence, shifting compensation to the employer.
The article outlines workers compensation provisions for total and partial disability under the Workmen’s Compensation Act. It sets 50 percent wage indemnities with caps and durations for losses of hands arms feet legs eyes, and for death with weekly maximums and minimums. It also notes conditions on when compensation starts and duration, plus dependents’ benefits.
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