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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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Program seeks to help developmentally disabled children play

November 24, 2014

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There are many children here in the United States who suffer from developmental disabilities. Such disabilities can make it so a child has significant care needs that cost quite a bit to be met. One could understand how difficult of a situation this could lead to if a child’s family doesn’t have much in the… Read more

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The Big Four in Construction Accidents

November 11, 2014

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has identified the most common fatal construction accidents, known as the “Big Four.” These are: Falls from heights Struck/hit by something at the work site, such as falling tools, equipment, building supplies or swinging beams, pipes and other crane-carried material, and construction vehicles Caught in between something moving… Read more

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Martin Law Named a Tier 1 ‘Best Law Firm’ in Pennsylvania

November 3, 2014December 16, 2020

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Martin Law is honored to have been ranked, for the 5th consecutive year, in the 2015 “Best Law Firms” list by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®in the following area: Metropolitan Awards Tier 1, Philadelphia, Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants Firms included in the 2015 “Best Law Firms” list are recognized for professional… Read more

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What types of workers’ compensation benefits are available?

October 29, 2014

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If you are injured at work, your employer’s workers’ compensation policy must pay for your medical care, but your benefits may go much further than doctors’ appointments and health care. Depending on the type and extent of your injuries, you may be eligible for different types of financial benefits. Below, we outline four financial benefits… Read more

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More than Ebola: Nurses face daily dangers at work

October 22, 2014

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The news that two nurses caught Ebola after caring for a man who later died of the infection at a Texas hospital has alarmed nurses and health care officials nationwide. Investigators are looking into how the women contracted the infection, saying that a breach of protocol is to blame. Nurses spoke out about a lack… Read more

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House Bill 1846 on Physician Dispensing Passes the House

October 22, 2014

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On Monday, October 20, 2014 House Bill 1846 was signed and sent on its way to Governor Corbett for his signature. HB 1846 is described as an “Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers’ Compensation Act, further providing for schedule of compensation and for use of savings.” You… Read more

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UPS driver who found murder scene is eligible for workers’ comp

October 17, 2014

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A UPS driver came upon the worst when he stopped for a delivery on his usual route. Inside the home, he found a 65-year-old woman lying on the floor with a fatal gunshot wound to her face. He cried and threw up while waiting for emergency responders to arrive. A month later, the driver filed… Read more

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Why You Should Hire A Lawyer For Your VA Appeal

October 8, 2014

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If you have been denied the full compensation you deserve from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), you have the right to handle the entire process yourself. However, you should consider working with a knowledgeable veterans law attorney. You will be at a significant disadvantage without one. The appeals process that follows a denial can… Read more