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Underinsured Motorist Insurance Coverage in the Employment Context

A recent opinion issued by Judge Ramy I. Djerassi of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas could paves way for injured workers to obtain underinsured motorist (UIM) benefits in the third party context. In Bielac v. American International Group, Inc., … Read More

Injuries that develop over time are worthy of workers’ compensation benefits too

Injuries that develop from work related activities over the course of time are compensable injuries under the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act.  These injuries are commonly referred to as a “repetitive use claims” (e.g. carpal tunnel from repetitive upper extremity work … Read More

The Call to Jury Duty

In Suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any court of the United … Read More

Road Rage

Aggressive driving has been a problem on our roadways for quite some time.  Unfortunately, road rage is rapidly becoming worse with an increasing number in fatalities.  We are all guilty of this at some point in our driving career but, … Read More

Stacking Uninsured/Underinsured Insurance Coverage

The Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law (“PMVFRL”) mandates insurance companies offer stacking to their insureds. When an individual has more than one vehicle on an insurance policy and stacking is selected, the limits per vehicle are added together. Suppose … Read More

Injured at the Office Holiday Party – Is it Possible that I am covered by workers’ comp?

The short answer is yes, it is possible.  Employees injured within the “course and scope” of their employment relationship are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits.  Employees suffering injury or death attending a social event, such as a holiday party, have … Read More

Staying Safe for the Holidays

Now that the holiday season is upon us, the volume of traffic involving travel and shopping increases tremendously.  While the holidays are an exciting time, it is important to stay safe this holiday season. Whether you are hosting or attending … Read More

Workers Compensation Subrogation Rights In a Personal Injury Action

When a person is injured in a motor vehicle collision while performing his or her work duties a workers compensation claim arises.  Many injured workers do not realize that a potential personal injury action also arises.  The injured worker is … Read More

Get Your Workers’ Comp Papers in Order – They Matter!

I can’t tell you how many injured workers come into our office without the proper documentation backing up the legal status of their case.  I promise you, it is rarely the fault of the injured worker, but rather the lack … Read More

These Rules Will Assure a Transparent and Fair Election on November 8, 2016

Pennsylvania’s elections are governed by the Pennsylvania Election Code (“Code”). That Code provides important rules to assure a free, fair, and transparent election. For instance: 1. There can be no campaign activity, or “electioneering”, in the polling place itself. (25 … Read More

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