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How to Challenge an Independent Medical Examiner’s Report

January 16, 2025

A crucial aspect of your workers’ compensation claim involves attending an evaluation conducted by an Independent Medical Examiner (IME). The IME is significant for both claimants and employers. In Pennsylvania, an...

Workers’ Compensation for Injuries During Work Travel

January 6, 2025

Allen (A.J.) Dejewski

Workers' Compensation

weather conditions while travelling for work

Snowstorms, such as the one blanketing Philadelphia today, and other weather-related conditions can create treacherous travel conditions, with icy roads and slippery sidewalks increasing the risk of injuries. For workers...

Happy Holidays from Stern & Cohen

December 12, 2024

Stern & Cohen

Firm News

The holiday season is here, and all of us at Stern & Cohen want to take a moment to extend our warmest wishes to our clients, partners, and community. We are incredibly grateful for the trust you place in us year after...

What to Look For When Choosing Workers’ Compensation Representation

December 9, 2024

Allen (A.J.) Dejewski

Workers' Compensation

two arrows pointing in different directions

Choosing a law firm to represent you in your Workers’ Compensation case can be an overwhelming task. Relying solely on word-of-mouth referrals, billboards, or television commercials will not help you determine which firm...

Happy Thanksgiving from Stern & Cohen

November 25, 2024

Stern & Cohen

Firm News

As we celebrate Thanksgiving, all of us at Stern & Cohen want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, colleagues, and community. This time of year reminds us to pause, reflect, and give thanks...

SEPTA and Transit Worker Injuries in Philadelphia: Workers’ Comp Rights

SEPTA and transit employees are essential to keeping Philadelphia moving. Whether you are driving a bus, operating a train, repairing a vehicle, or inspecting the tracks, jobs as a transit worker often involve demanding work, making it critical to understand your rights as a Philadelphia transit worker during the workers’ […]

Can You Get Workers’ Comp If You Have Two Jobs in Pennsylvania?

Being hurt on the job in Pennsylvania is stressful enough. You may be in pain, missing work, and worrying about how you are going to pay your bills while you recover. That stress can feel even worse when you work two jobs that you depend on to get by. Fortunately, […]

What Is a Notice of Compensation Payable in Pennsylvania Workers’ Comp?

If you were injured at work in Pennsylvania, one of the important documents you may receive from your employer or its insurance company is a Notice of Compensation Payable (NCP). Receiving this document generally means that the insurance company has accepted liability for your work injury and that you are […]

Injured While Working at Philadelphia International Airport? Workers’ Compensation Rights for Airport Workers

Workers at Philadelphia International Airport face uniquely hazardous work conditions due to the heavy machinery and physical labor required to successfully operate an airport. If you were injured while working at Philadelphia International Airport, you may qualify for Pennsylvania workers’ compensation benefits. Whether you are a baggage handler, ramp agent, […]

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