Worker's Compensation: Recent Decisions Hurt Employer's Ability to Modify or Suspend Awards
John J. Muldowney of White and Williams LLP
In 1996, Pennsylvania enacted reforms to ease the burden on employers seeking suspension or modification of an injured employee's benefits under the Workers' Compensation Act. Unfortunately, Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court decisions have undermined the reforms.
What is the Difference Between Workers' Compensation and State Disability Benefits?
Laurence R. Lerner of Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel
Workers' Compensation Benefits are provided to you when you are injured at work, while State Disability Benefits .
Re-Opening a Worker's Compensation Claim
Eley Law Firm
Even though a worker's compensation claim may be closed, there can be circumstances that require re-opening the claim.
Insufficient Evidence to Support Full Commission's Findings
Teague, Campbell, Dennis & Gorham, L.L.P.
Claimant suffered a compensable injury in August of 1989 and later had four back surgeries. After those operations.
Payment of Disability Benefits Following a Finding of Maximum Medical Improvement
Bruce A. Hamilton of Teague, Campbell, Dennis & Gorham, L.L.P.
In Neal v. Carolina Management, ______ N.C. ________, _________ S.E. 2d ______, 1999 FACTS Plaintiff was a waitress for the defendant-employer since 1986.
Are Advances Available For Injured Workers' In Difficult Financial Times?
Franco & Franco P.A.
The answer is yes, according to the First DCA in WORKERS OF FLORIDA and AIG CLAIM SERVICES, Appellants v. MICHAEL W.
Burden is Still on Plaintiff to Prove Disability
Teague, Campbell, Dennis & Gorham, L.L.P.
Claimant suffered a hip injury in January of 1995 and she was ultimately released with restrictions which employer .