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Martin Law Supports over 2,800 Young Athletes in Fall Athletic Programs

Martin Law has partnered with LeagueSide for over 13 seasons to provide children with the opportunity to take the field. This autumn Martin Law worked... Read more
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MARTIN LAW ATTORNEYS NAMED TO THE 2022 BEST LAWYERS LIST!

Congratulations to our Attorneys that have been listed in the 28th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. The 2022 Best Lawyers List includes: Joseph Conlan,... Read more
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Alfred Carlson becomes the Vice President of Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association

Congratulations to Attorney Alfred Carlson for becoming the Vice President of the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association. Martin Law is proud of this momentous accomplishment. If... Read more
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Jenna King becomes Treasurer of the PBA Workers' Compensation Law Section.

Congratulations to Attorney Jenna King on becoming Treasurer of the PBA Workers' Compensation Law Section. This is an impressive accomplishment, and our Martin Law family... Read more
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Martin Law attorneys named to the 2021 Super Lawyers List!

Congratulations to our 12 attorneys, partners, and associates, who have been named to the 2021 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars List. The 2021 SUPER LAWYER... Read more
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Matt Wilson and Al Carlson Lecture on “Tough Problems”

Matt Wilson and Al Carlson Lecture on “Tough Problems” in Workers Compensation. Both are speakers for the education of lawyers through the Pennsylvania Bar Institute.... Read more
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Martin Law attorneys named to the 2021 Best Lawyers.

Congratulations to our Attorneys that have been listed as BEST LAWYERS. The 2021 Best Layers List includes: George Martin, Matthew Wilson, Joseph Huttemann, Alfred Carlson,... Read more
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A look at construction’s fatal four

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For construction workers in Pennsylvania, safety risks are everywhere. Injuries can happen from a ladder fall, a scaffolding fall, a machinery accident or something else. The level of danger associated with a construction site accident does also put many employees at risk of being involved in a fatal accident. According to the Occupational Safety Health… Read more

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Disability claims require evidence that you can’t do activities

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Qualifying for Supplemental Security Income is the first step in a process for living the life you deserve when you have a disability and haven’t been able to meet the work requirements to qualify for Social Security Disability. As we discussed in a previous blog post, if you qualify for SSI in Pennsylvania, you also… Read more

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Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income eligibility

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When you apply for Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income in Pennsylvania, you might also be eligible for Medicaid coverage. Pennsylvania is one of the states that has an agreement known as the 1634 agreement regarding Medicaid eligibility when a person qualifies for federally administered state supplementary payments. In most cases, if you qualify… Read more

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Employee killed when truck backs into pole

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Pennsylvania employees in any line of work should be mindful of safety protocol and potential hazards. People who work in more dangerous jobs or around heavy equipment including trucks have even more reason for this diligence. An industrial accident can happen at any time and swiftly cause a serious workplace injury or even claim the… Read more

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When A Workplace Injury Is A Matter Of Life And Death

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All workers’ compensation claims are important. The majority involve situations where an injury has resulted in a temporary disability or may require a change in profession to enable an injured worker to return to the workforce. Unfortunately, some workers’ compensation claims involve the death of a worker. This leaves families uncertain of whom they can… Read more

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Disability onset date is an important determination

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People filing for Social Security disability often come across the term “disability onset date.” This date is included on some of the forms and letters that you will get once you have applied for disability. In the simplest terms, the disability onset date is the date on which you first became unable to work. This… Read more

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Is Your Employer Really Looking Out For You After Your Injury?

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When a worker is injured on-the-job, notifying his or her employer is an important part of the process for filing a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. So, the process is simple: Notify employer of your injury Your employer will make sure you get the benefits and treatment you need Not so fast. Back up a… Read more

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How do SSDI and SSI differ?

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If you become disabled to the point that you cannot work, you will want to understand your options for obtaining income. This can happen due to a work-related injury, workplace accident or a situation not related to your job at all. As a Pennsylvania resident, you should be educated about two of the common options… Read more

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Construction worker dies in collapsed trench

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People who work in the construction industry in Pennsylvania know that there are many inherent dangers on their job sites. Many a construction site accident has taken place that involves things like a ladder fall, a machinery accident, a scaffolding fall and more. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration does publish guidelines and rules that… Read more

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How can I make applying for disability less stressful?

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Applying for Social Security programs can be a very stressful experience. While there isn’t a way to completely remove the stress from the process, it might be possible to reduce the stress some by ensuring you are prepared for the process when you apply. What information do I need to gather? You need to provide… Read more