Defending Employers: Audio From Lois Llc, Workers' Compensation Defense Attorneys

The New York Workers’ Compensation Board collects $3 Million per year in procedural penalties alone. This is a staggering figure - amounting to approximately $300 in penalty for each new case accepted by the WCB. New York is a form-driven jurisdiction, and most common penalties arise from the late filing of required boilerplate forms. The Workers’ Compensation Law is a minefield of penalties, fines, and criminal complications for the unwary. There are different penalty considerations for employers, claimants, insurers, and even attorneys. Lois LLC recently presented a webinar designed to help the attendee answer the following questions:“What are the most common reasons employers/carriers are penalized in New York?”“What are the exposures for non-coverage in New York?”What other activity can draw a penalty, such as illegal employment?”“What do I do about a penalty?” Attorney Greg Lois covers the fundamentals and at the end of the presentation, the attendees will have a basic understanding of New York penalties

Today's topic is fraud. Attorney Christian Sison welcomes Attorney Usra Hussain to the show to discuss fighting fraud in New York workers' compensation claims. Can employers prove that claimants "knowingly" violate Section 114-a? Is it always beneficial to raise fraud at the outset of a claim? The episode ends with Usra taking her turn at "Guess the Outcome"! "Third Fridays" is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois LLC featuring moderator Christian Sison. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers' compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations. The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Attorney Greg Lois presents an overview of post-trial practice in New Jersey. The presentation is designed to help the listener answer the following questions: “What happens after a trial judgment or settlement is reached?” and “Can the Petitioner reopen the case?” and “Can the Respondent reopen the case?”“What is a commutation?” and “Can the Judge of Compensation be appealed?” Greg Lois will cover the basics of case closures and at at the end of the presentation, the attendees will have a basic understanding of what happens after judgment or settlement. Disclaimer: This podcast is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-

Two attorneys cover the fundamentals of appeals from Board decisions. Presenters Declan Gourley and Joseph Melchionne have years of experience representing employers and carriers before the Board. The presentation is designed to help the listener answer the following questions: “Should we appeal the Law Judge’s Decision in a workers’ compensation claim?” and “Does filing the appeal create a stay?” and “What are the tactical reasons for appealing the Law Judge?” “What will the appeal cost?” At the end of the presentation, the attendees will have a basic understanding of the appeals process, tactical aspects of appeals (stays), and the costs of the various types of appeals available. Disclaimer: This podcast is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional a

Christian Sison welcomes guest attorney, Timothy Kane, to the third Episode of the podcast. Christian and Tim discuss Tim’s prior role as a claimant’s attorney in New York Workers’ Compensation cases and how that has helped him to be a zealous advocate for employers. The two of them then talk about using that information to stress aggressive investigation into claims, in preparation for litigation of several issues. After Tim plays “Guess the Outcome,” he and Christian conceptualize the difficulty of rebutting the presumption afforded to claimants pursuant to Section 21 of the New York Workers’ Compensation Law. What is the “Third Fridays” podcast? “Third Fridays” is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois LLC featuring moderator Christian Sison. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers’ compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations. The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers’ compensation cases.

Audio from the recent presentation, “Medicare Secondary Payer Issues in New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Claims” from our New Jersey workers’ compensation webinar training series. Attorneys Declan Greg Lois discusses Medicare Secondary Payer exposure and how it effects the settlement via Section 20 in New Jersey workers compensation matters. Disclaimer: This webinar is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author. Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client re

Here is the post-webinar audio from our January 16, 2017 presentation, “Medicare Secondary Payers Issues in New York Workers' Compensation Settlements" from our New York workers' compensation webinar training series. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not legal advice! The materials presented by this podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this podcast are the opinions of the author. Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois or LOIS LLC and any person. You should not send any confidential information to this web site until after you have entered into

Here is the post-webinar video from our December 26, 2016 presentation, “Section 40 Liens & Subrogation" from our New Jersey workers' compensation webinar training series. We discuss the types of actions where reimbursement from the proceeds of a third-party (civil) suit is possible, how much reimbursement we are due, and when we can subrogate in New Jersey. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not legal advice! The materials presented by this podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this podcast are the opinions of the author. Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship be

Here is the post-webinar video from our most recent presentation, “Liens and Subrogation in New York" from our New York workers' compensation webinar training series. Christian Sison, Esq., and Greg Lois, Esq., discuss reimbursement and subrogation under Section 29 in New York workers compensation matters. Disclaimer: This podcast is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author. Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois, the

Attorney Joe Jones, partner at Lois LLC, discusses case exposure analysis for the indemnity aspects of a workers' compensation case in New Jersey. Also discussed are the impacts of multiple injuries, rates issues, and credits for prior functional loss.

Attorney Greg Lois discusses trial and settlement of Schedule Loss of Use and Loss of Wage Earning Capacity claims in New York workers compensation matters. We discuss the role of the IME report, how impairment ratings compare, and practical litigation tips.

Host Christian Sison is joined by attorney Declan Gourley for a freewheeling discussion of opiate weaning in New York workers' compensation cases. Recent Board panel decision on the issue is discussed. Christian and Declan were classmates in law school and are now colleagues at Lois LLC, where they defend employers and carriers in New York workers' compensation cases. Christian hosts an informative program every "Third Friday" on hot topics in workers' compensation law.

Attorneys Michael Tomasino and Greg Lois discuss the selection, preparation, and use of Independent Medical Evaluators in New Jersey workers' compensation claims.

Trial attorney Usra Hussain joins Greg Lois in a fast-paced discussion covering the use of IMEs in New York workers' compensation cases. Topics covered include how to choose the independent evaluating physician, avoiding preclusion of reports, what can and cannot be sent to the defense IME doctor, and cross-examining the claimant's witnesses at trial.

A New Jersey trial attorney discusses the defense of cumulative injury and occupational exposure claims under New Jersey's Workers' Compensation Act. We discuss defenses to medical causation, the use of IMEs, investigation, and relevant case law. Subject: New Jersey, Workers’ Compensation Law, Occupationals Date Presented: September 26, 2016 Presenter(s): Greg Lois, Esq. Run time: 19:07

Attorney Greg Lois discusses the legal and practical aspects of defending occupational exposure and repetitive use injuries in New York. We discuss the differences between various claims types. We also review the important of IMEs in challenging medical causation. Subject: New York, Workers’ Compensation Law, Occupationals, Exposure, IMEs Date Presented: September 19, 2016 Presenter(s): Greg Lois, Esq. Run time: 19:15

Three attorneys (Joe Jones, Michael Tomasino, and Greg Lois) discuss legal defenses and practical tips for defending Motions for Temporary and Medical Benefits in New Jersey workers' compensation court. Subject: New Jersey, Workers’ Compensation Law, Benefits, Motion for Med & Temp Date Presented: August 22, 2016 Presenter(s): Partner Joe Jones, Esq., Michael Tomasino, Esq., and Greg Lois, Esq. Run time: 30:35

Three attorneys (Declan Gourley, Jeremy Janis, and Greg Lois) discuss the Nonacute Pain management Guidelines in New York, including drug weaning, pain management, and urine toxicology requirements. Subject(s): New York, Workers’ Compensation, Nonacute pain management guidelines, Medical Benefits Date Presented: August 15, 2016 Presenter(s): Declan Gourley, Esq., Jeremy Janis, Esq., and Greg Lois, Esq. Run time: 19:09

When must I pay temporary disability benefits in New Jersey? How much should I pay? When can I discontinue paying? Three attorneys (Joe Jones, Michael Gervolino,and Greg Lois) have a discussion about New Jersey's temporary disability benefit. Subject: New Jersey, Workers’ Compensation Law, Defenses Date Presented: July 25, 2016 Presenter(s): Partner Joe Jones, Esq., Michael Gervolino, Esq., and Greg Lois, Esq. Run time: 20:54

Three attorneys (Tashia Rasul, Rachel Aronov, and Greg Lois) discuss the statutory requirement to pay lost time wage compensation, when it applies, and and when not to pay. Subject: New York, Workers’ Compensation Law, Indemnity Benefits, Temporary Disability Date Presented: July 18, 2016 Presenter(s): Tashia Rasul, Esq., and Rachel Aronov, Esq. Run time: 28:04