Many people who receive medical treatment under the Workers’ Compensation Act, regardless of whether their employer initially accepted their claim or if your case has gone through a round of litigation, may at some point receive a notice of Utilization Review (“UR”). ...
This is a question that we are often asked by our clients – and it makes sense. You are unable to work because of an injury and now, in addition to being in pain and dealing with your injury, you no longer have an income to support yourself or your family. Work...
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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