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
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Leadership Wilkes-Barre Class of 2017
Well I am happy to report that my team has chosen a name…. Olympic Warriors. We now have a team name and a team logo, which is the Olympic circles enclosed in the outline of Luzerne County. We had several … 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
Pennsylvania’s Elections are Free, Fair, and Honest — So Let’s Get Out and Vote
You may have seen unsubstantiated claims that Pennsylvania’s election is somehow “rigged”. It’s utter nonsense. The Pennsylvania Election Code features specific safeguards which assure a fair election. Further, specific provisions of the Code exist for contesting and certifying election results. … Read More
Differences Between Arbitration and Mediation
When engaging in litigation of a case, it can become a lengthy process wherein both parties are unable to come to an amicable resolution. At this point, the parties have two options: 1. The parties can proceed to a jury … Read More
Increase in Trucking Accidents Due to Language Barriers
Under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, truck drivers must understand the English language. Language barriers present significant risks in trucking collisions. Consider the importance of the challenges presented just by reading road signs. The rules governing truck drivers, Federal … Read More
Leadership Wilkes-Barre Class of 2017
Just a follow-up to our opening retreat held on September 22nd and 23rd. It was very informative, challenging and fun! The accommodations at the Fairfield Inn were wonderful. We had a very interesting class participation exercise with W-B City Councilman … Read More
The Interplay Between Workers’ Compensation Benefits and Social Security Disability Benefits
It’s possible for an individual to receive Social Security disability benefits and Workers’ Compensation benefits at the same time. Disability benefit payments from private pensions or insurance benefits do not affect Social Security benefits. However, when an injured worker receives … Read More