Physical assault in the workplace occurs when another person physically attacks an employee or job applicant in the workplace. If you were a victim of workplace violence, you may be entitled to compensation under the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act.The Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA) provides protections if you work for a company with four or more employees. Notify Your Employer: In Pennsylvania, you are required to notify your employer of your workplace injury within 21 days from the date of onset. In Pennsylvania, a victim of workplace violence has two years to file their lawsuit in a court of law. To discuss your case in a free, confidential consultation with attorney Deborah M. Truscello, Esq. , call or fill out the form below. Threatening, obnoxious, or repetitive text messaging can certainly qualify for harassment. They should clearly communicate to employees that unwelcome harassing conduct will not be tolerated. Incidents occur in Pennsylvania every day.