What is Mediation?
Mediation is, “The act of a third person who interferes between two contending parties with a view to reconcile them or persuade them to adjust or settle their dispute.” (Black’s Law Dictionary 1133. 4th Ed. Rev. 1968)
Mediation is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), serving as an alternative to a jury trial. It begins with a legal dispute between two neutral parties. The parties then decide to proceed with a neutral third party known as a mediator overseeing them. The mediator attempts to help reach a mutually agreeable settlement in a private setting. Mediation is somewhat similar to arbitration, though there are differences. Mediation is non-binding, less formal process. Unlike in arbitration, a mediator does not come to any conclusion themself. A mediator has no real legal power over either party. Because of this, the mediator can communicate with both sides in ways that a judge or an arbitrator can’t, and can use creative methods to find mutually acceptable solutions that might not otherwise emerge.
A mediator only attempts to have two parties reach an agreement. Unlike others forms of ADR, if no agreement is met, the dispute will simply move forward to trial or another kind of resolution in the end. Mediation is a cheap, flexible way to attempt to solve a dispute, but not very strong.
More information about Mediation
How Do I Get Workers’ Compensation in Pennsylvania?
It is estimated that for every 100 full-time employees, 3.1 will file a workers compensation claim in a given year. But when you’re that injured employee at work, you may be wondering, how to get workers’ compensation benefits in Pennsylvania.
At Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys, our workers’ compensation attorneys will guide you through the process to help make your workers compensation claim a smooth transition from work to recovery.
How to File A Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Claim
Before you begin the process of filing a workers’ compensation claim, you need to know if you even have a case.
In Pennsylvania, almost all workers’ are entitled to workers compensation benefits from their employers with some exceptions. So, if you are a Pennsylvnia employee who meets the employee status criteria, that’s one step closer to filing a successful claim. […]
Read MoreMore information about Mediation
Questions to Ask Your Workers’ Comp Lawyer
Know What to Ask an Experienced Workers’ Comp Lawyer
A workplace accident may mean prolonged medical treatment, physical therapy and rehabilitation, and time off work. Workers’ compensation benefits exist to cover these expenses, but obtaining your benefits isn’t always easy. A workers’ compensation lawyer can help you recover the benefits you are owed.
In Pennsylvania, most employees are covered under workers’ comp for medical costs and lost wages caused by a work-related injury or death. Under Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation law, injured workers have a right to file a workers’ compensation claim if they have been injured while carrying out their work-related tasks either on-site or off-site. How long these benefits last depends on the severity of your injury and the possibility of long-term disability.
Unfortunately, employers and insurance companies often deny workers’ comp claims, even when they are valid. That’s where a workers’ comp lawyer can help. […]
Read MoreMore information about Mediation
When to Hire a Workers’ Comp Lawyer
How Do You Know When to Hire an Injury Lawyer?
Getting hurt on the job can cause big problems. Workplace injuries can be serious, and even result in death. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2.7 million workplace injuries and illnesses occurred in 2020. If you were injured on the job, you may need to miss work to deal with expensive medical treatment, lengthy and costly rehabilitation.
Thankfully, there are workers’ compensation benefits to cover injured workers’ medical expenses and lost wages. These benefits can also compensate families of workers who are killed on the job. By filing a workers’ comp claim, you can recover the compensation you deserve to cover the costs of your injuries.
But how do you know when you need to hire a workers’ compensation lawyer to handle your claim? Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys workers’ comp lawyers can help you understand your rights and if you need a workers’ compensation lawyer to handle your claim. […]
Read MoreMore information about Mediation
Can I Get a Settlement from Workers’ Compensation If I Go Back to Work?
Returning to Work During Workers’ Comp Claim
After an injury on the job, you will have many questions about how to proceed. One may be: “Can I get a settlement from workers’ compensation if I go back to work?” The answer to that is yes. If your doctor has cleared you to work, and your injury won’t get in the way of performing your normal duties, then you are expected to return. This will not impact your workers’ compensation claim.
The workers’ compensation insurance program is a sure way to protect both employers and employees in the state of Pennsylvania. The Workman’s (Workers’) Compensation Act of 1915 ensures that employees’ medical needs and lost wages are covered in the event of a workplace accident. At the same time, it protects employers against crippling lawsuits from injured workers.
You should always remember, […]
Read MoreMore information about Mediation
Workers’ Compensation Back Injury Claim
If you’ve suffered a back injury at work, hire an experienced workers’ comp attorney
A work-related back injury can have long-lasting affects, ranging from a few missed shifts to short-term or permanent disability. Pushing yourself to keep working despite a back injury can lead to a prolonged recovery process or permanent damage.
At Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys, our Pennsylvania workers’ compensation lawyers can help you navigate the process of filing or appealing your claim so that you receive the compensation you need to recover from your back injury. Where full recovery isn’t possible, we will fight to recover the compensation you deserve to account for your new reality.
Common Workers’ Compensation Back Injury Claims
Filing a workers’ compensation claim for a back injury isn’t limited by your field or profession—anyone can sustain a back injury at work, […]
Read More
