What do you need to provide your defense counsel with for the defense of a claim? Partners Jennifer Laver and Robert Hanneman discuss what defense counsels need to give an accurate analysis of a claim, compensability, medical treatment, temporary benefits, and exposure risk. Jen and Rob also explain why information such as wage history, an ISO report, personnel file, leave of absence, medical records, and more are essential to handle the claim efficiently. During this episode, Jen and Rob provide examples of why getting this information can reduce exposure and get pre-existing credit ..read more

Join us for this episode where our partners Vanessa Mendelewski and Scott Wilson delve into an informative discussion about detecting fraud in New Jersey Workers' Compensation claims. Vanessa and Scott break down the New Jersey Workers' Compensation Fraud Statute, highlighting its key components and shedding a light on implications for employers. This episode also looks at strategies employers can implement to raise fraud as a defense and the different types of fraud that exist within the context of workers' compensation.  ..read more

Closing files, and thereby reducing reserves, are two of the most important metrics by which insurance carriers, third-party administrators and employers measure success. Weber Gallagher's Workers' Compensation Co-Managing Partners, Paul Fires and Jeffrey Newby, discuss ten of their many creative ways to close a file. In doing this, Paul and Jeff also compare differences between Pennsylvania and New Jersey workers' compensation laws and regulations, analyze case law standards and provide practical suggestions. During this engaging conversation, Paul and Jeff delve into specific topics suc ..read more

Do you want to learn more about controlling excessive medical costs on your Pennsylvania workers’ compensation claims? Tune in as our lawyers, Sherri Dougherty and Dawn Nicholson, discuss the use of utilization reviews, use of panel providers, and defending fee reviews. They go into detail about what happens if medical treatment is found unreasonable and unnecessary by utilization review, why you might file a petition to review, or why not use a utilization review at all. Learn more by listening now ..read more

Weber Gallagher Workers’ Compensation Partners Alan A. Arsenis and Robert R. Hanneman Jr. discuss the ins and outs of medical treatment in New Jersey Workers’ Compensation claims. In this episode, Alan and Rob give a brief overview of the benefits a petitioner is entitled to under the Worker’s Compensation Act, address potential mistakes that could be made during the claims process and review the difference between curative and palliative care. They also examine what happens if a claimant becomes non-compliant and what that could mean for the case. Alan and Rob explain how and why they chose s ..read more

Proper safety procedures are key in defending a case if an accident were to occur. Keeping a record of these procedures and ensuring employees are trained, can be a huge benefit when litigating a claim.   Partner Catherine De Angelis explains the importance of safety procedures and what documents need to be kept after an accident. She talks listeners through best practices and how to handle a slip and fall accident. In this episode, Cathy explains what juries want to see if the case were to go to trial.   ..read more

It is important to not overlook or ignore the driver of a truck after a catastrophic accident. Their participation and corporation can play a huge role in any litigation down the road. In this podcast episode, Commercial Transportation Co-Managing partner, Jim Wescoe discusses best practices for dealing with drivers including providing specific examples. He explains strategies and tactics that lead to better litigation practices to lessen the financial impact on insurance carriers. Learn more by listening now ..read more

The value of a New Jersey workers' compensation case can be dependent on several factors. Weber Gallagher attorneys Scott Wilson and Kelsi Feldman discuss what these factors are and how surgery can increase the value of the case. In this podcast episode, they also review how a petitioner's health is evaluated during a claim, how lost time is calculated, and return to work. They provide actual examples of using the disability chart and more. Learn more about the different factors by listening now.  ..read more

The value of a New Jersey workers' compensation case can be dependent on several factors. Weber Gallagher attorneys Scott Wilson and Kelsi Feldman discuss what these factors are and how surgery can increase the value of the case. In this podcast episode, they also review how a petitioner's health is evaluated during a claim, how lost time is calculated, and return to work. They provide actual examples of using the disability chart and more. Learn more about the different factors by listening now.  ..read more

There are approximately 3.5 million daily shipments across the United States. About 30% of these shipments are brokered. While brokers do not own the trucks, transport the material goods, or employ drivers, they can still be involved in lawsuits following an accident. In this podcast episode, partner Jim Wescoe looks at what brokers have been up against in recent litigation and what brokers can expect in the future. Jim explains recent court rulings and how different circuits are ruling ..read more