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

November 19, 2021

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!

August 20, 2021

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

June 16, 2021

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.

May 25, 2021

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!

May 27, 2021

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”

June 25, 2021

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.

May 20, 2021

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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Our Top Blog Posts of 2014: Part Two

December 24, 2014December 16, 2020

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Part two of our countdown of our blog’s most popular posts added in 2014 covers a wide range of topics, from a look at the most common types of work injuries to a post about our firm’s community involvement. The Rest of Martin Law’s Top Ten Blog Posts For 2014 # 6 – Back Injuries… Read more

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Disabilities and changes to a home

December 23, 2014

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When a person develops a disability, some changes to their home may be in order. Many home environment issues can arise for individuals with physical disabilities. Some examples include accessibility issues and safety issues. Thus, new safety features and accessibility improvements are some of the home modifications that can sometimes prove to be very helpful… Read more

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2014: Part One

December 22, 2014December 16, 2020

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With 2015 fast approaching, we would like to share with you a recap of our blog’s most popular posts that were added in 2014. This week, we share the top five posts of the year. Whether you have already seen these and helped them to be a part of this list, or you are viewing… Read more

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2016 PA Workers’ Comp Average Weekly Wage Announced

December 17, 2014

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According to the Workers’ Compensation Act, injured workers are entitled to indemnity (wage-loss) benefits equal to two-thirds of their weekly wage for a work-related injury. However, there are minimum and maximum adjustments provided in the Act, and the benefit rate is set using the annual maximum in place at the time of injury. The maximum… Read more

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He Quit His Job, But Was Still Eligible For Workers’ Comp Benefits?

December 12, 2014

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When a medical equipment delivery driver who had quit his job – but was injured while retrieving his tools and preparing to leave the premises – filed a lawsuit, how did his employer defend against the claim? By asserting that the driver was still in the course of his employment when he was injured –… Read more

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Company Cited For Fall Hazards At Philadelphia Worksite

December 5, 2014

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has recently cited a Pennsylvania company for failing to provide its workers with proper fall protection. Bricklayers were tasked with conducting their work on scaffolding as high as 30 feet in the air without adequate safety measures in place. Based on a tip from the Philadelphia Department of… Read more

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PTSD and VA disability benefits for Vietnam vets

December 2, 2014

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There are hundreds of thousands of Vietnam-era veterans struggling to cope with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). They experience flashbacks, depression, insomnia and serious anxiety as they also deal with the inevitable problems associated with advancing age. According to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, 530,000 veterans were treated for PTSD at VA… Read more

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Fewer staff means reduced workplace safety

December 1, 2014

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American workers are tops when it comes to productivity. They work more hours, take less vacation and use fewer sick days than counterparts in Europe. And this just keeps getting harder. In the aftermath of the recession, American productivity per worker has increased almost every month as businesses decide that they can make more profit… Read more

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Truck drivers and workers compensation

November 28, 2014

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“Are truck drivers eligible for workers compensation?” Long-haul truck drivers are usually covered by workers’ compensation insurance, also known as workers’ comp or work comp. Truck drivers suffer injuries and illnesses as a result of simply driving. However, most truckers’ job descriptions include far more than driving. They load and unload cargo, fall from receiving… Read more