The COVID-19 global pandemic is the largest public health catastrophe in over 100 years. It has resulted in catastrophic loss, serious illness, and a taxing impact on our nation’s healthcare system. The pandemic has also resulted in a serious impact on our...
The answer to this question – like most questions in the law – is “it depends.” Generally speaking, Pennsylvania workers’ compensation is a “no-fault” system. In other words, regardless of fault, if you get injured at work,...
This is a very common question that I get from new and existing clients. The answer is very simple: “yes.” Insurance companies have the right to conduct surveillance on the activities of an injured party that is making a claim for monetary/medical...
This is a very common question I get from clients. First of all, before addressing the question, let’s recall that workers’ compensation has generally two components: payment of medical bills and the payment of lost wages. So, if your injuries do not...
This is a very common question with an easy answer: “no.” Workers’ compensation lost wage benefits are not taxable. The weekly or bi-weekly payments are not subject to income tax. Similarly, a workers’ compensation settlement is not taxable...
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