Karl Voigt IV, Esq.

Direct Deposit May Be Available For Workers’ Compensation Benefits

Posted on May 1, 2013May 1, 2013 by Karl Voigt IV, Esq.

by Karl Voigt Direct deposit May now be available for some Workers' Compensation claimants receiving wage loss benefits. Rather than receiving checks in the mail, some injured workers may be able to receive their weekly wage loss benefits via electronic transfer of funds to their bank. While this is not a comprehensive list, insurers such … Continue reading Direct Deposit May Be Available For Workers’ Compensation Benefits →

The insurance company wants to send me to Impairment Rating Evaluation (IRE). What is this?

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Karl Voigt IV, Esq.

by Karl Voigt The insurance company wants to send me to Impairment Rating Evaluation (IRE). What is this? Well, first and foremost, it's not another IME (independent medical examination). It's another tool the insurer has to reduce the amount of workers' compensation wage loss benefits you receive. In order to determine whether you remain entitled … Continue reading The insurance company wants to send me to Impairment Rating Evaluation (IRE). What is this? →

I just received a Notice of Ability to Return to Work. What is this?

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Karl Voigt IV, Esq.

by Karl Voigt I just received a Notice of Ability to Return to Work. What is this? We are often posed this question by our clients. In short, the Notice of Ability to Return to Work (NARTW) is often the first shot fired in the battle over your wage loss benefits. The NARTW is a … Continue reading I just received a Notice of Ability to Return to Work. What is this? →

Pain and suffering damages in workers’ compensation?

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Karl Voigt IV, Esq.

by Karl Voigt Are there pain and suffering damages in workers' compensation? Unfortunately, no. Injured workers in Pennsylvania never see the high awards one often hears about in personal injury cases. Our workers' compensation clients know by experience that an injured worker is only entitled to payment for wage loss and medical bills. While there … Continue reading Pain and suffering damages in workers’ compensation? →

What is a supersedeas?

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Karl Voigt IV, Esq.

by Karl Voigt When an insurance carrier files a petition to stop or reduce your workers' compensation benefits, it will usually request a supersedeas. So what exactly is a supersedeas? First, "supersedeas" is Latin for "you shall desist". The carrier is essentially attempting to convince a judge to issue a temporary (or "interlocutory") order to … Continue reading What is a supersedeas? →

Can I be forced to get surgery for my work injury?

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Karl Voigt IV, Esq.

by Karl Voigt We are often asked by our clients if they can be forced to get surgery for their work injury. The decision whether or not to undergo surgery can be life-altering. Surgery gone wrong can worsen your condition or even disable you. On the other hand, surgery done right can reduce pain and … Continue reading Can I be forced to get surgery for my work injury? →

Do you need a workers compensation lawyer?

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Karl Voigt IV, Esq.

by Karl Voigt Do you need a Workers' Compensation lawyer? First of all, statistically speaking, most injured workers do eventually need a Workers' Compensation lawyer. Over the life of your case, the insurance company will categorically use all the tools it has to reduce or even stop your Workers' Compensation benefits. The question therefore is when … Continue reading Do you need a workers compensation lawyer? →

Returns To Work: What If My Employer Offers Me A Job After A Work Injury?

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Karl Voigt IV, Esq.

by Karl Voigt What if you have been injured at work and your employer offers you a return to work? There are occasions after a work injury in which a Claimant is released to return to work in some capacity. What happens after that? A Claimant can be released if a treating doctor releases a … Continue reading Returns To Work: What If My Employer Offers Me A Job After A Work Injury? →

Some Injured Pennsylvania Workers May Qualify For Improved Benefits

Posted on September 1, 2012 by Karl Voigt IV, Esq.

by Karl Voigt Some state workers like vital police officers, paid firefighters or mental hospital workers who have been injured carrying out their official duties may qualify for Act 534/632 or "heart & lung" claims. These claims are somewhat better than "standard" workers' compensation in the sense that the workers receives "full salary" and medical … Continue reading Some Injured Pennsylvania Workers May Qualify For Improved Benefits →