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Monthly Archives: August 2011
August 26, 2011
Case Law Update
In Vaughn v. WCAB (Carrara Steel Erectors), 19 A.3d 545 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2011),the Commonwealth Court examined whether an employer must provide a job description where it is offering a position to a claimant who has been released to return to … Continue reading
August 25, 2011
$165,000 Settlement
A union truck driver suffered a cervical injury as a result of a multi-vehicle head on motor vehicle accident. He treated with the panel doctors, worked light duty, and began receiving partial disability benefits. He was eventually laid off and … Continue reading
August 25, 2011
$200,000 Settlement
A woman suffered an injury at work after being run over by a forklift. The employer issued a Notice of Compensation Payable, but only described the injury as involving a broken femur, tibia, and fibula. Francis N. Ciprero, Esquire handled … Continue reading
August 25, 2011
$200,000 Settlement
A union electrician was electrocuted and fell from a ladder onto his back, fracturing his coccyx and lower vertebrae. He treated with the employer’s panel doctors and was unable to return to work after his injury. The employer issued a … Continue reading
August 25, 2011
$125,000 Settlement
A client had worked for 20 years as a warehouse operator on a part-time basis. He also worked a full time job as a mechanic. He suffered a work injury in the warehouse after tripping over exposed pipe in the … Continue reading
August 24, 2011
As an injured worker, are you sure that you’re receiving everything you’re entitled to under the Workers’ Compensation Act?
In a recent decision, David F. Stern, Esquire not only expanded the description of an injured worker’s injury, but he also increased her weekly compensation rate. The injured worker’s employer is now responsible for the payment of all reasonable, necessary, … Continue reading
August 18, 2011
The Fabric of America
By Daniel Morson Of Pond Lehocky Stern Giordano There was a time when the hopes and aspirations of countless Americans were realized through the pursuit of “the American Dream.” This dream; or rather the promise that with hard-work and sacrifice, … Continue reading
August 17, 2011
Workers’ Compensation Benefits Obtained for Nurse Injured on the Job
David F. Stern, Esquire successfully obtained Workers’ Compensation benefits for a certified nurse who sustained a devastating knee injury while at work. Prior to meeting with Mr. Stern, the injured worker had treated with the employer’s own panel doctors for … Continue reading
August 03, 2011
Philadelphia VIP recognizes David F. Stern, Esq. September 2011 Volunteer of the Month!
Philadelphia VIP has recognized David F. Stern, Esq., for his outstanding volunteer assistance to VIP clients. Congratulations David! Please see below for the full write up that will appear on the Philadelphia VIP website at www.phillyvip.org. David F. Stern describes … Continue reading
