{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"Third Fridays","home_page_url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com","feed_url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/json","description":"\"Third Fridays\" is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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. \r\n\r\nThe goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases.  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As the co-chair of this year’s program, how did Ryan’s experience help him determine the challenge that 45 participants have for the next several months? Tune in to find out!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. 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Well-versed in occupational disease claims, Olivia and Brenna dive into Matter of Skanska Civil USA Northeast to give takeaways to employers about how use job duties for a positional advantage in litigation.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. 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This one’s worth a listen, if you feel that an Appellate Division appeal is in your wheelhouse!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes fellow Lois Partner <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/jeremy-janis/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Jeremy Janis</a> back to the show to discuss an adverse Board Panel Decision that affects all employers and carriers across the State of New York. 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The world of Professional Employer Organizations and coverage gets a swift update based on a justifiable easing of the burden of proof a PEO Carrier is required to meet!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. 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From procedural wins to substantive wins, to a \"grab bag\" win, what momentum can we build into 2024?\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Christopher Major.","content_html":"<p>To recap the successes of 2023, host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a> and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Addison O&#39;Donnell</a> back to the podcast. The 3 Lois Attorneys discuss incredible wins from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/timothy-kane/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Timothy Kane</a>, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/hannah-bacon/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Hannah Bacon</a>, and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/alexandra-yacyshyn/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Aly Yacyshyn</a> to round out the year. From procedural wins to substantive wins, to a &quot;grab bag&quot; win, what momentum can we build into 2024?</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. 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LOIS Partner and Construction Claims expert Noah Pollack also joins the show to provide some feedback, as the three attorneys ponder \"what could have been.\" Have a listen!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Noah Pollack.","content_html":"<p>For the first time in Third Fridays history, host Christian Sison welcomes a claimant&#39;s attorney, Sarah Baia, to debate the merits of an Appellate Division in <u>Espinoza v City Safety Compliance Corp</u>. LOIS Partner and Construction Claims expert Noah Pollack also joins the show to provide some feedback, as the three attorneys ponder &quot;what could have been.&quot; Have a listen!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. 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Jessica recaps the investigation work that she and Paralegal Michaela Cavanagh did to supplement their litigation position that a claim should not have been filed in a New York court. If you're an employer doing business in more than one State, then you'll love this episode!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Jessica Blydenburgh.","content_html":"<p>Christian Sison hosts this month&#39;s episode of the Third Fridays podcast and invites Jessica Blydenburgh to discuss a monumental trial win based on a jurisdiction denial. Jessica recaps the investigation work that she and Paralegal Michaela Cavanagh did to supplement their litigation position that a claim should not have been filed in a New York court. If you&#39;re an employer doing business in more than one State, then you&#39;ll love this episode!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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In Miller, the firm defended an employer's right to have Workers' Compensation settlements approved by the State Board. From interpreting the words contained within everyday emails to an exciting Rochester journey, LOIS prevailed again! Have a listen.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Connor Wetherington.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/connor-wetherington/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Connor Wetherington</a> and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Addison O&#39;Donnell</a> return to The Third Fridays podcast to chat with host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> about a unique win for the firm. In Miller, the firm defended an employer&#39;s right to have Workers&#39; Compensation settlements approved by the State Board. From interpreting the words contained within everyday emails to an exciting Rochester journey, LOIS prevailed again! Have a listen.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. 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Paralegals Priyanki Rana, Josh Roman and Ryan Wallace to compete for the same prize. Who will be this year’s champions?\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Alexa Cintron, Cory Benavides, Josh Roman, Priyanki Rana, Ryan Wallace, and Tomer Lehr.","content_html":"<p>The 2023 Mock Trial Program at LOIS comes to a close as Attorneys <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/cory-benavides/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Cory Benavides</a>, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/alexa-cintron/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Alexa Cintron</a>, and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/tomer-lehr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tomer Lehr</a> answer trivia questions and discuss a theoretical appeal through oral argument. Paralegals Priyanki Rana, Josh Roman and Ryan Wallace to compete for the same prize. 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The two of them celebrate recent Section 29(5) wins from three litigation teams:  Vandana Saunders and Priyanki Rana, Daniel Gillis and Melissa Gannon, and Hannah Bacon and Loriana Diaz. Vandana, Daniel, and Hannah create a timeline of their efforts that create a true “no future exposure” outcome for their clients. Enjoy!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Christopher Major, Daniel Gillis, Hannah Bacon, and Vandana Saunders.","content_html":"<p>Risk Transfer always gets our ears perked all the way up, and nothing is sweeter than when the claimant violates Section 29(5). <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes the Section 29 Superhero, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a>, back for his 12th guest appearance on the Third Fridays podcast. The two of them celebrate recent Section 29(5) wins from three litigation teams:  <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/vandana-saunders/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Vandana Saunders</a> and Priyanki Rana, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/daniel-gillis/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Daniel Gillis</a> and Melissa Gannon, and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/hannah-bacon/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Hannah Bacon</a> and Loriana Diaz. Vandana, Daniel, and Hannah create a timeline of their efforts that create a true “no future exposure” outcome for their clients. Enjoy!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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Undeterred from prior litigation outcomes in that very case, Anthony and Christian discuss how the full-service defense mindset at LOIS Law Firm contributed to a remarkable victory for a New York insurance carrier and employer. Have a listen! </p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. 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Host Christian Sison welcomes Michael and Senior Associate Jeremy Janis to discuss the successful conference that PepsiCo held, wherein defense counsel across the country and related stakeholders were invited to network and learn about company operations. Then, The Paralegal Minute returns for a new segment with Markeitha Joseph and Julia Prisco. Markeitha and Julia play the “3000 Questions About Me” game to talk about the paralegal perspective at LOIS on how claims are handled. Have a listen!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. 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Have a listen!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guests: Jeremy Janis, Julia Prisco, Markeitha Joseph, and Michael DGinto.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison welcomes Michael DGinto, Senior Leave Supervisor at PepsiCo / Frito-Lay, and Senior Associate Jeremy Janis to the podcast.","date_published":"2023-05-19T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/ab4be362-b73f-47a2-a85b-5583b12da9c3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37293562,"duration_in_seconds":2228}]},{"id":"be9ddceb-4160-41c7-9901-0e64a981b23a","title":"Episode 67: 3000 Questions with Tomer Lehr and Alexa Cintron","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/67","content_text":"On this month's episode, Christian Sison welcomes Tomer Lehr and Alexa Cintron, two of the brightest stars in the Lois Universe. Tomer and Alexa contribute more than litigation wins and efficient settlement closures, demonstrating effective execution of creative strategy. Using a book titled \"3000 Questions About Me,\" the 3 attorneys discuss the Lois approach to fighting with each other, being there for each other, and contributing to the progress of each other.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Alexa Cintron and Tomer Lehr.","content_html":"<p>On this month&#39;s episode, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/tomer-lehr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tomer Lehr</a> and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/alexa-cintron/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Alexa Cintron</a>, two of the brightest stars in the Lois Universe. Tomer and Alexa contribute more than litigation wins and efficient settlement closures, demonstrating effective execution of creative strategy. Using a book titled &quot;3000 Questions About Me,&quot; the 3 attorneys discuss the Lois approach to fighting with each other, being there for each other, and contributing to the progress of each other.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guests: Alexa Cintron and Tomer Lehr.</p>","summary":"On this month's episode, Christian Sison welcomes Tomer Lehr and Alexa Cintron, two of the brightest stars in the Lois Universe.","date_published":"2023-04-21T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/be9ddceb-4160-41c7-9901-0e64a981b23a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":32732473,"duration_in_seconds":1942}]},{"id":"4033fbf2-8577-45df-a0e8-bf5463a6097d","title":"Episode 66: WorkCompCollege - Believing In The Ecosystem","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/66","content_text":"Host and LOIS Partner Christian Sison welcomes Robert Wilson and Mark Pew of workcompcollege.com to the Third Fridays podcast. The three of them discuss the WorkCompCollege theory that our great area of law is an ecosystem with numerous moving parts that affect each other. Robert and Mark challenge Christian to take the course and pass their test as a symbol of the perpetual learning mindset that is required to succeed in a volume-driven industry. \n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Mark Pew and Robert Wilson.","content_html":"<p>Host and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">LOIS Partner Christian Sison</a> welcomes Robert Wilson and Mark Pew of <a href=\"https://workcompcollege.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">workcompcollege.com</a> to the Third Fridays podcast. The three of them discuss the WorkCompCollege theory that our great area of law is an ecosystem with numerous moving parts that affect each other. Robert and Mark challenge Christian to take the course and pass their test as a symbol of the perpetual learning mindset that is required to succeed in a volume-driven industry. </p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guests: Mark Pew and Robert Wilson.</p>","summary":"Host and LOIS Partner Christian Sison welcomes Robert Wilson and Mark Pew of workcompcollege.com to the Third Fridays podcast.","date_published":"2023-03-17T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/4033fbf2-8577-45df-a0e8-bf5463a6097d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":40695890,"duration_in_seconds":2441}]},{"id":"c45ff1e1-bbae-4ba8-82f0-88491876ae7d","title":"Episode 65: A Bullet Train Through Medical Provider Applications","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/65","content_text":"This month's episode of the Third Fridays podcast was one for the books. We are extremely proud to be involved in an important decision that can help employers and carriers across the great State of New Jersey. Wottrich (by New Horizon Surgical Center, LLC) vs. Joa Lyn Enterprise, Inc. involved a Medical Provider Application followed by a Motion to Dismiss filed by the LOIS New Jersey Practice. Listen to host [Christian Sison](\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) interviewing industry practitioners Cory Benavides and Addison O'Donnell in a discussion of what could be a changing of the guard!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Cory Benavides.","content_html":"<p>This month&#39;s episode of the Third Fridays podcast was one for the books. We are extremely proud to be involved in an important decision that can help employers and carriers across the great State of New Jersey. Wottrich (by New Horizon Surgical Center, LLC) vs. Joa Lyn Enterprise, Inc. involved a Medical Provider Application followed by a Motion to Dismiss filed by the LOIS New Jersey Practice. 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The two attorneys discuss the potential for the bill to return to the Governor's desk by the end of the year.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Steve McLinden.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/stephen-mclinden/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Steve McLinden</a> to the Third Fridays podcast to discuss (and celebrate) the Governor&#39;s decision to reject a bill that would redefine &quot;temporary total disability.&quot; Christian and Steve discuss a recent win of Steve&#39;s that never would have happened, if this bill were in effect and retroactively applied. 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Adam differentiates between facts and myths with the settlement process to give our listeners an inside look at one of his skillsets. Then, The Paralegal Minute returns! Christian is joined by Paralegals Melissa Gannon and Uma Mistry to give an update on the infamous case involving a snake side business.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Adam Lowenstein.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> ends the year with Senior Associate <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/adam-lowenstein/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Adam Lowenstein</a> to talk about Adam&#39;s bread and butter: settlements! Adam differentiates between facts and myths with the settlement process to give our listeners an inside look at one of his skillsets. Then, The Paralegal Minute returns! 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Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Adam Lowenstein.</p>","summary":"Adam Lowenstein joins the podcast to differentiate between facts and myths with the settlement process to give our listeners an inside look at one of his skillsets.","date_published":"2022-12-16T00:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/e045c013-6c84-4ca5-ae90-df511281e1f4.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":57275089,"duration_in_seconds":3476}]},{"id":"5eda6fd6-326e-4e24-9705-bc16879c7414","title":"Episode 62: Who Gets a Post-Death LWEC Award?","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/62","content_text":"Senior Associate Jeremy Janis returns as a guest of Christian Sison on the Third Fridays podcast. The topic of discussion is the recent Court of Appeals opinion in Green v Dutchess County BOCES, a ruling that reversed a 2018 Appellate Division holding and reinstated a Law Judge's decision from 2012! Christian and Jeremy go through each court ruling and analyze the analysis. Have a listen!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.","content_html":"<p>Senior Associate <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/jeremy-janis/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Jeremy Janis</a> returns as a guest of <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> on the Third Fridays podcast. The topic of discussion is the recent Court of Appeals opinion in Green v Dutchess County BOCES, a ruling that reversed a 2018 Appellate Division holding and reinstated a Law Judge&#39;s decision from 2012! Christian and Jeremy go through each court ruling and analyze the analysis. Have a listen!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.</p>","summary":"The topic of discussion is the recent Court of Appeals opinion in Green v Dutchess County BOCES, a ruling that reversed a 2018 Appellate Division holding and reinstated a Law Judge's decision from 2012! ","date_published":"2022-11-18T00:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/5eda6fd6-326e-4e24-9705-bc16879c7414.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29643260,"duration_in_seconds":1749}]},{"id":"e5c84755-bbc6-4180-aaf5-3957f8333540","title":"Episode 61: Onboarding the Onboard/PAR System","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/61","content_text":"Christian Sison hosts another episode of the Third Fridays podcast, welcoming Senior Associate and construction industry wizard Noah Pollack to the show. The two look back at the now 5-month old system and discuss the advantages and disadvantages for all stakeholders in New York Workers’ Compensation. “Due process is important, even in Comp,” says Pollack. Have a listen!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Noah Pollack.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> hosts another episode of the Third Fridays podcast, welcoming Senior Associate and construction industry wizard <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/noah-pollack/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Noah Pollack</a> to the show. The two look back at the now 5-month old system and discuss the advantages and disadvantages for all stakeholders in New York Workers’ Compensation. “Due process is important, even in Comp,” says Pollack. 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Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Noah Pollack.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison and Noah Pollack look back at the now 5-month old system and discuss the advantages and disadvantages for all stakeholders in New York Workers’ Compensation.","date_published":"2022-10-21T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/e5c84755-bbc6-4180-aaf5-3957f8333540.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33716727,"duration_in_seconds":2004}]},{"id":"e94cd857-723a-4067-9953-6f98d2fca626","title":"Episode 60: When a Claimant Wants a Disallowed Claim","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/60","content_text":"Christian Sison welcomes returning guests Addison O’Donnell and Christopher Major to discuss a real doozy of an Appellate Division case, Timperio v Bronx-Lebanon Hospital. The case involved an unfortunate mass shooting in a New York City hospital, but involved a claimant requesting the case be disallowed and a carrier requesting the case be established! Listen to the 3 attorneys analyze the potential scenarios that led to these respective positions, to see how a strategic defense theory can work in unintended ways!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Christopher Major.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes returning guests <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Addison O’Donnell</a> and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a> to discuss a real doozy of an Appellate Division case, Timperio v Bronx-Lebanon Hospital. The case involved an unfortunate mass shooting in a New York City hospital, but involved a claimant requesting the case be disallowed and a carrier requesting the case be established! Listen to the 3 attorneys analyze the potential scenarios that led to these respective positions, to see how a strategic defense theory can work in unintended ways!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Christopher Major.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison welcomes returning guests Addison O’Donnell and Christopher Major to discuss a real doozy of an Appellate Division case, Timperio v Bronx-Lebanon Hospital.","date_published":"2022-09-16T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/e94cd857-723a-4067-9953-6f98d2fca626.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":46868789,"duration_in_seconds":2827}]},{"id":"15f52612-0add-4df6-bc17-6c81071570c1","title":"Episode 59: The 2022 Mock Trial Finals","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/59","content_text":"The 2022 Mock Trial Program at LOIS comes to a close as Attorneys Connor Wetherington, Kyung Jae Han, and Nathalie Thomas answer trivia questions and discuss a theoretical appeal through oral argument. Paralegals Cara Malanowski and Melissa Gannon are joined by Legal Assistant Georgina Reid to compete for the same prize. Who will be this year's champions?\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Connor Wetherington, Kyung Jae Han, and Nathalie Thomas.","content_html":"<p>The 2022 Mock Trial Program at LOIS comes to a close as Attorneys <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/connor-wetherington/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Connor Wetherington</a>, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/kyung-jae-han/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Kyung Jae Han</a>, and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/nathalie-thomas/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Nathalie Thomas</a> answer trivia questions and discuss a theoretical appeal through oral argument. Paralegals Cara Malanowski and Melissa Gannon are joined by Legal Assistant Georgina Reid to compete for the same prize. Who will be this year&#39;s champions?</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guests: Connor Wetherington, Kyung Jae Han, and Nathalie Thomas.</p>","summary":"The 2022 Mock Trial Program at LOIS comes to a close as Attorneys Connor Wetherington, Kyung Jae Han, and Nathalie Thomas answer trivia questions and discuss a theoretical appeal through oral argument. Paralegals Cara Malanowski and Melissa Gannon are joined by Legal Assistant Georgina Reid to compete for the same prize. 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It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers' compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Christopher Major.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> brings longtime guest, Senior Associate <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a>, back to the show to discuss the new OnBoard system and its effect on the Health Insurance Matching Program. Then, The Paralegal Minute is shared with Markeitha Joseph and Nicole Yakimik, who discuss the insanity of police body cam footage of a house visit gone wrong!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Christopher Major.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison brings longtime guest, Senior Associate Christopher Major, back to the show to discuss the new OnBoard system and its effect on the Health Insurance Matching Program. Then, The Paralegal Minute is shared with Markeitha Joseph and Nicole Yakimik, who discuss the insanity of police body cam footage of a house visit gone wrong!","date_published":"2022-07-15T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/5ac57629-fae0-4453-bdec-42161bd79807.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":74258958,"duration_in_seconds":3024}]},{"id":"b7578cf7-eccc-46b9-8609-b1e5a7e9b942","title":"Episode 57: Defending 9/11 World Trade Center Claims","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/57","content_text":"Christian Sison welcomes fellow Lois Partner Tim Kane to the podcast once again. Tim details his expertise in defending employers and carriers from obscure claims related to incidents and exposure at Ground Zero. The Paralegal Minute also showcases Melissa Gannon and Uma Mistry in a discussion about a claimant with a thriving snake side business!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Tim Kane.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes fellow Lois Partner <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/timothy-kane/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tim Kane</a> to the podcast once again. Tim details his expertise in defending employers and carriers from obscure claims related to incidents and exposure at Ground Zero. The Paralegal Minute also showcases Melissa Gannon and Uma Mistry in a discussion about a claimant with a thriving snake side business!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Tim Kane.</p>","summary":"Tim Kane joins the podcast to discuss his expertise in defending employers & carriers from obscure claims related to incidents and exposure at Ground Zero.","date_published":"2022-06-17T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/b7578cf7-eccc-46b9-8609-b1e5a7e9b942.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":57823532,"duration_in_seconds":2340}]},{"id":"5be5baac-f760-4904-bae4-2ea2509e7b0a","title":"Episode 56: Updates to Schedule Loss of Use Litigation","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/56","content_text":"The Third Fridays podcast returns with its longest episode ever! There was so much to unpack this month. A legal conversation with Addison O'Donnell and Ian Haberstro about developments at the Appellate Division and Court of Appeals that will change how SLU awards are made and how claimant strategize permanency. Then, The Paralegal Minute showcases Priyanki Rana and Chrystalla Karamanis with a case that will make you feel bad about your golf handicap.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Ian Haberstro.","content_html":"<p>The Third Fridays podcast returns with its longest episode ever! There was so much to unpack this month. A legal conversation with <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Addison O&#39;Donnell</a> and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/ian-haberstro/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Ian Haberstro</a> about developments at the Appellate Division and Court of Appeals that will change how SLU awards are made and how claimant strategize permanency. Then, The Paralegal Minute showcases Priyanki Rana and Chrystalla Karamanis with a case that will make you feel bad about your golf handicap.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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Christian Sison welcomes Lois Senior Associate Jeremy Janis to the show to discuss Jeremy's recent litigation wins involving surgery denials. What are Jeremy's thoughts on how to best defend unnecessary surgery requests? The podcast then shifts to the debut of The Paralegal Minute, where Morgan Celentano and Emilie Delannes-Molka give their thoughts on the impact of a criminal arrest on a New York Workers' Compensation case. This our life! Enjoy the show.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. 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Enjoy the show.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison welcomes Lois Senior Associate Jeremy Janis to the show to discuss Jeremy's recent litigation wins involving surgery denials. What are Jeremy's thoughts on how to best defend unnecessary surgery requests? 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Christian and Karen then discuss a sweeping legislative change to an 8-year-old New Jersey Supreme Court holding. How does it affect employers and carriers? Take a listen and find out!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Karen Vincent.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes LOIS Partner, LOIS Diversity Committee Co-Chair, and NJ Ethics Committee Member Karen Vincent to the podcast. Karen reflects on the recent change permitting in-person hearing appearances across New Jersey. Christian and Karen then discuss a sweeping legislative change to an 8-year-old New Jersey Supreme Court holding. How does it affect employers and carriers? Take a listen and find out!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Karen Vincent.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison and Karen Vincent reflect on the recent change permitting in-person hearing appearances across New Jersey and discuss a sweeping legislative change to an 8-year-old New Jersey Supreme Court holding. How does it affect employers and carriers? Take a listen and find out!","date_published":"2022-03-18T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/f491e613-4745-4dc1-99f6-7606a18280e2.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":53348720,"duration_in_seconds":2153}]},{"id":"14aafad9-27b3-4a64-89d7-1113ade1fab5","title":"Episode 53: To obtain an IME or not to obtain an IME?","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/53","content_text":"To obtain an IME or not to obtain an IME? That is the question for host Christian Sison, as he welcomes guest attorney Ian Haberstro to the Third Fridays podcast. Christian and Ian talk about 3 categories where a client may benefit by not obtaining an IME: specificity failure, multiple sources of injury, and the option for a Records Review.\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Ian Haberstro.","content_html":"<p>To obtain an IME or not to obtain an IME? That is the question for host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>, as he welcomes guest attorney Ian Haberstro to the Third Fridays podcast. Christian and Ian talk about 3 categories where a client may benefit by not obtaining an IME: specificity failure, multiple sources of injury, and the option for a Records Review.<br>\n<hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Ian Haberstro.</p>","summary":"To obtain an IME or not to obtain an IME? That is the question for Host Christian Sison, as he welcomes guest Ian Haberstro to the Third Fridays podcast. 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It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers' compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.\n\nThe 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.","content_html":"<p>In this episode, host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> looks back at the changes in his defense practice in 2021 as well as a look ahead to the &quot;headline events&quot; in New York workers&#39; compensation for 2022. </p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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","date_published":"2022-01-21T07:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/c9a3f067-3b1f-4933-ade9-e1bbab398ca3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":13444965,"duration_in_seconds":1589}]},{"id":"86cd24a8-2b81-49b2-8f3f-45267601916b","title":"Episode 51: The Significance of Evidence","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/51","content_text":"Host Christian Sison welcomes Vandana Saunders back to the Third Fridays podcast. Vandana has another win to share after succeeding on a construction coverage defense. The two attorneys then discuss a brand new Appellate Division case, Hughes v Mid Hudson Psychiatric Center. Christian and Vandana parse through the details of that case, where a claimant had six prior surgeries but still argued that he had recent evidence of schedule loss of use.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Vandana Saunders.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/vandana-saunders/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Vandana Saunders</a> back to the Third Fridays podcast. Vandana has another win to share after succeeding on a construction coverage defense. The two attorneys then discuss a brand new Appellate Division case, Hughes v Mid Hudson Psychiatric Center. Christian and Vandana parse through the details of that case, where a claimant had six prior surgeries but still argued that he had recent evidence of schedule loss of use.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. 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Christian and Vandana parse through the details of that case, where a claimant had six prior surgeries but still argued that he had recent evidence of schedule loss of use.","date_published":"2021-09-17T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/86cd24a8-2b81-49b2-8f3f-45267601916b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36611068,"duration_in_seconds":1494}]},{"id":"3f16c616-757a-4fd0-a02d-448c94bb8260","title":"Episode 50: Ex Parte Communications","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/50","content_text":"Can an attorney prepare an expert medical witness prior to deposition? What tactics can be used by a New York Workers’ Compensation defense attorney when this occurs? In this episode, your host Christian Sison welcomes Attorney Joseph Melchionne back to the podcast to discuss the proper mechanics of litigation preparation and to provide key steps to refute ex parte communication initiated by a claimant’s attorney.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Joseph Melchionne.","content_html":"<p>Can an attorney prepare an expert medical witness prior to deposition? What tactics can be used by a New York Workers’ Compensation defense attorney when this occurs? In this episode, your host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/joseph-melchionne/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Attorney Joseph Melchionne</a> back to the podcast to discuss the proper mechanics of litigation preparation and to provide key steps to refute ex parte communication initiated by a claimant’s attorney.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Joseph Melchionne.</p>","summary":"Can an attorney prepare an expert medical witness prior to deposition? What tactics can be used by a New York Workers’ Compensation defense attorney when this occurs? In this episode, your host Christian Sison welcomes Attorney Joseph Melchionne back to the podcast to discuss the proper mechanics of litigation preparation and to provide key steps to refute ex parte communication initiated by a claimant’s attorney.","date_published":"2021-07-16T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/3f16c616-757a-4fd0-a02d-448c94bb8260.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18864423,"duration_in_seconds":2267}]},{"id":"11cc0314-05d9-48fa-b322-4de449bd70f9","title":"Episode 49: Back to Work!","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/49","content_text":"On this month’s episode of the Third Fridays podcast, Christian Sison welcomes Ian Haberstro to discuss an ongoing problem: persuading interested parties that a claimant-employee should return to work. When a treating doctor doesn’t release a claimant to work, what should a carrier do?  Christian and Ian have an in-depth conversation about a recent case that presented a return-to-work roadblock. How can the employer prevail when a Judge, a claimant, and a claimant’s attorney are all on the same side? Listen and find out!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Ian Haberstro.","content_html":"<p>On this month’s episode of the Third Fridays podcast, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/ian-haberstro/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Ian Haberstro</a> to discuss an ongoing problem: persuading interested parties that a claimant-employee should return to work. When a treating doctor doesn’t release a claimant to work, what should a carrier do?  Christian and Ian have an in-depth conversation about a recent case that presented a return-to-work roadblock. How can the employer prevail when a Judge, a claimant, and a claimant’s attorney are all on the same side? Listen and find out!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Ian Haberstro.</p>","summary":"On this month’s episode of the Third Fridays podcast, Christian Sison welcomes Ian Haberstro to discuss an ongoing problem: persuading interested parties that a claimant-employee should return to work. When a treating doctor doesn’t release a claimant to work, what should a carrier do?  Christian and Ian have an in-depth conversation about a recent case that presented a return-to-work roadblock. How can the employer prevail when a Judge, a claimant, and a claimant’s attorney are all on the same side? Listen and find out!","date_published":"2021-05-21T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/11cc0314-05d9-48fa-b322-4de449bd70f9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":15416452,"duration_in_seconds":1836}]},{"id":"657790bd-bd07-4e8d-aef0-69cdf3b71459","title":"Episode 48: What Does a Claimant Need to Prove Compensability for COVID-19?","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/48","content_text":"Almost a year’s worth of cases have been through the arduous litigation process before the Workers’ Compensation Board. Christian Sison welcomes fellow LOIS Partner Timothy Kane to discuss how Judges and Board Panels are addressing these claims. Is due process even a concept anymore? Christian and Tim contemplate future actions and how to best defend these types of claims in the future.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Tim Kane.","content_html":"<p>Almost a year’s worth of cases have been through the arduous litigation process before the Workers’ Compensation Board. <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes fellow LOIS Partner <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/timothy-kane/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Timothy Kane</a> to discuss how Judges and Board Panels are addressing these claims. Is due process even a concept anymore? Christian and Tim contemplate future actions and how to best defend these types of claims in the future.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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Christian and Tim contemplate future actions and how to best defend these types of claims in the future.","date_published":"2021-03-19T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/657790bd-bd07-4e8d-aef0-69cdf3b71459.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":13829515,"duration_in_seconds":1637}]},{"id":"03d7a1af-decf-453a-bc93-f61e54d28623","title":"Episode 47: Point/Counterpoint: The New York Medical Treatment Guidelines","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/47","content_text":"In this episode, Christian Sison welcomes fellow LOIS Partner Declan Gourley to the podcast. The Medical Treatment Guidelines were on track to be in effect for several new body parts and conditions, but what happened? Why is the implementation being delayed? Christian and Declan use the update to take two opposing positions:  are the Guidelines more favorable to claimants or employers? Tune in to find out!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Declan Gourley.","content_html":"<p>In this episode, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes fellow LOIS Partner <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/declan-gourley/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Declan Gourley</a> to the podcast. The Medical Treatment Guidelines were on track to be in effect for several new body parts and conditions, but what happened? Why is the implementation being delayed? Christian and Declan use the update to take two opposing positions:  are the Guidelines more favorable to claimants or employers? Tune in to find out!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Declan Gourley.</p>","summary":"The Medical Treatment Guidelines were on track to be in effect for several new body parts and conditions, but what happened? Why is the implementation being delayed? 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Listen for the attorneys’ analysis and find out.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Addison O’Donnell.","content_html":"<p>It’s the last Third Friday podcast of the year, and host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Addison O’Donnell</a> back to the show. Christian and Addison discuss the brand new case from the Appellate Division and its impact on labor market attachment. How can employers and carriers use this defense for claimants that are undocumented or who do not have a Social Security Number? Listen for the attorneys’ analysis and find out.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Addison O’Donnell.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison and Addison O’Donnell discuss the brand new case from the Appellate Division and its impact on labor market attachment. How can employers and carriers use this defense for claimants that are undocumented or who do not have a Social Security Number? Listen for the attorneys’ analysis and find out.","date_published":"2020-12-18T14:30:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/e738337d-d8a1-41c2-ac60-ee13bae0286d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":17738611,"duration_in_seconds":2192}]},{"id":"351b37f9-7631-4ca7-a7b9-fca8a14f5949","title":"Episode 45: Health Insurance Matching Program","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/45","content_text":"Christopher Major joins Christian Sison for a new episode of the Third Fridays podcast. The two discuss an often overlooked area of exposure in New York Workers’ Compensation claims:  reimbursement via the Health Insurance Matching Program. When a treating doctor bills a private health carrier for medical expenses related to the Workers’ Compensation claim, the Workers’ Compensation carrier has several defenses to dispute payment. Christopher and Christian focus on reducing LOIS clients’ bottom line by recommending several ways to Defend From Day 1.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Christopher Major.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a> joins <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> for a new episode of the Third Fridays podcast. The two discuss an often overlooked area of exposure in New York Workers’ Compensation claims:  reimbursement via the Health Insurance Matching Program. When a treating doctor bills a private health carrier for medical expenses related to the Workers’ Compensation claim, the Workers’ Compensation carrier has several defenses to dispute payment. Christopher and Christian focus on reducing LOIS clients’ bottom line by recommending several ways to Defend From Day 1.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Christopher Major.</p>","summary":"Christopher Major and Christian Sison discuss an often overlooked area of exposure in New York Workers’ Compensation claims:  reimbursement via the Health Insurance Matching Program. When a treating doctor bills a private health carrier for medical expenses related to the Workers’ Compensation claim, the Workers’ Compensation carrier has several defenses to dispute payment. Christopher and Christian focus on reducing LOIS clients’ bottom line by recommending several ways to Defend From Day 1.","date_published":"2020-11-20T08:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/351b37f9-7631-4ca7-a7b9-fca8a14f5949.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19122894,"duration_in_seconds":2365}]},{"id":"a0db5e9e-43d8-4a5a-acf5-2b86e1076fb0","title":"Episode 44: Claim Investigation Strategy ","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/44","content_text":"Christian Sison discusses a new Appellate Division decision that reinforces \"Defend From Day 1\" principles. In Sanchez v NYC Trans. Auth., the Court reversed the New York Workers' Compensation Board remand a previously disallowed claim. The Decision overturned the disallowance, citing insufficient evidence that Section 28 could time-bar the claimant's claim. How can we use this Decision to positively impact our claim investigation strategy? Listen to find out!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> discusses a new Appellate Division decision that reinforces &quot;Defend From Day 1&quot; principles. In Sanchez v NYC Trans. Auth., the Court reversed the New York Workers&#39; Compensation Board remand a previously disallowed claim. The Decision overturned the disallowance, citing insufficient evidence that Section 28 could time-bar the claimant&#39;s claim. How can we use this Decision to positively impact our claim investigation strategy? Listen to find out!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison discusses a new Appellate Division decision that reinforces \"Defend From Day 1\" principles. In Sanchez v NYC Trans. Auth., the Court reversed the New York Workers' Compensation Board remand a previously disallowed claim. The Decision overturned the disallowance, citing insufficient evidence that Section 28 could time-bar the claimant's claim. How can we use this Decision to positively impact our claim investigation strategy? Listen to find out!","date_published":"2020-10-16T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/a0db5e9e-43d8-4a5a-acf5-2b86e1076fb0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":8941737,"duration_in_seconds":1092}]},{"id":"0736ca65-3f81-4ad8-978a-64a887e458bf","title":"Episode 43: The Erosion of Labor Market Attachment","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/43","content_text":"Third Fridays' Host Christian Sison welcomes Attorney Addison O’Donnell to discuss the legal implications of labor market attachment and the changing landscape for this once-trusty defense. The two discuss the history and legal standards of the labor market attachment defense, the disruptions that rippled through the New York Workers’ Compensation system since March, and the path to restore the defense for a post-pandemic world.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Addison O’Donnell.","content_html":"<p>Third Fridays&#39; Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes Attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Addison O’Donnell</a> to discuss the legal implications of labor market attachment and the changing landscape for this once-trusty defense. The two discuss the history and legal standards of the labor market attachment defense, the disruptions that rippled through the New York Workers’ Compensation system since March, and the path to restore the defense for a post-pandemic world.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Addison O’Donnell.</p>","summary":"Host Christian Sison and Attorney Addison O’Donnell discuss the legal implications of labor market attachment and the changing landscape for this once-trusty defense. The two discuss the history and legal standards of the labor market attachment defense, the disruptions that rippled through the New York Workers’ Compensation system since March, and the path to restore the defense for a post-pandemic world.","date_published":"2020-09-18T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/0736ca65-3f81-4ad8-978a-64a887e458bf.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":15359361,"duration_in_seconds":1895}]},{"id":"9d0884c2-c26e-4d77-bb18-5256a84b5fbf","title":"Episode 42: Mock Trial Trivia!","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/42","content_text":"In this episode, the annual Mock Trial competition, chaired by podcast host Christian Sison, reaches its final stage. Finalists compete for this year’s crown by answering trivia questions related to the hypothetical case and making an oral argument to a Mock Board Panel. Christian welcomes Christopher Major and Bailey Ott to this episode, as the three discuss the progress made during the competition. Christian is also joined by Nicholas Fortino, last year’s competition winner for Paralegals. The competition, in its third annual iteration, is a demonstration of the cohesiveness and team-based structure that clients have come to know and expect in real cases; take a listen to see how Lois attorneys hone their skills in a mock environment.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Christopher Major.","content_html":"<p>In this episode, the annual Mock Trial competition, chaired by podcast host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>, reaches its final stage. Finalists compete for this year’s crown by answering trivia questions related to the hypothetical case and making an oral argument to a Mock Board Panel. Christian welcomes <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a> and Bailey Ott to this episode, as the three discuss the progress made during the competition. Christian is also joined by Nicholas Fortino, last year’s competition winner for Paralegals. The competition, in its third annual iteration, is a demonstration of the cohesiveness and team-based structure that clients have come to know and expect in real cases; take a listen to see how Lois attorneys hone their skills in a mock environment.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Christopher Major.</p>","summary":"In this episode, the annual Mock Trial competition, chaired by podcast host Christian Sison, reaches its final stage. Finalists compete for this year’s crown by answering trivia questions related to the hypothetical case and making an oral argument to a Mock Board Panel. Christian welcomes Christopher Major and Bailey Ott to this episode, as the three discuss the progress made during the competition. Christian is also joined by Nicholas Fortino, last year’s competition winner for Paralegals. The competition, in its third annual iteration, is a demonstration of the cohesiveness and team-based structure that clients have come to know and expect in real cases; take a listen to see how Lois attorneys hone their skills in a mock environment.","date_published":"2020-08-21T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/9d0884c2-c26e-4d77-bb18-5256a84b5fbf.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":15833719,"duration_in_seconds":1954}]},{"id":"b26861bf-da41-44aa-b60a-3240f4ddb115","title":"Episode 41: The Future is Now","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/41","content_text":"The future is NOW at Lois Law Firm. While COVID-19 has certainly slowed down some businesses, the pandemic has not resulted in fewer great results for our clients. To demonstrate the growth and continued success of the firm, Christian Sison welcomes attorneys Vandana Saunders, Connor Wetherington, Bailey Ott, and Steve McLinden to this month’s episode for a panel discussion. The five attorneys chat about successful wins at the trial and appellate levels, while understanding that there are always a few takeaways that our clients can use for the future.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Connor Wetherington, Steve McLinden, and Vandana Saunders.","content_html":"<p>The future is NOW at <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a>. While COVID-19 has certainly slowed down some businesses, the pandemic has not resulted in fewer great results for our clients. To demonstrate the growth and continued success of the firm, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes attorneys <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/vandana-saunders/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Vandana Saunders</a>, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/connor-wetherington/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Connor Wetherington</a>, Bailey Ott, and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/stephen-mclinden/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Steve McLinden</a> to this month’s episode for a panel discussion. The five attorneys chat about successful wins at the trial and appellate levels, while understanding that there are always a few takeaways that our clients can use for the future.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guests: Connor Wetherington, Steve McLinden, and Vandana Saunders.</p>","summary":"While COVID-19 has certainly slowed down some businesses, the pandemic has not resulted in fewer great results for our clients. To demonstrate the growth and continued success of the firm, Christian Sison welcomes attorneys Vandana Saunders, Connor Wetherington, Bailey Ott, and Steve McLinden to this month’s episode for a panel discussion. The five attorneys chat about successful wins at the trial and appellate levels, while understanding that there are always a few takeaways that our clients can use for the future.","date_published":"2020-07-17T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/b26861bf-da41-44aa-b60a-3240f4ddb115.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":20858495,"duration_in_seconds":2582}]},{"id":"aea9a348-96a1-4978-9f87-64b846f3d8ed","title":"Episode 40: Back on Track","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/40","content_text":"Christian Sison welcomes Lois Law Firm Partner and Construction Practice Group Leader Tashia Rasul back to the Third Fridays podcast. Together, Christian and Tashia learn about “Back on Track,” a new initiative from Willis Towers Watson. Willis Towers Watson is a leading global advisory, broker, and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. David Barry, National Director of Casualty Risk Control, and Brian Palmer, Northeast Construction Claims Area Practice Leader, introduce a playbook designed for businesses to safely reopen and mitigate risk during the COVID-19 pandemic. The panel of four try to predict how Workers’ Compensation defense will adapt to new types of claims associated with COVID-19 and remote employees\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes Lois Law Firm Partner and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/construction-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Construction Practice</a> Group Leader <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/tashia-rasul/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tashia Rasul</a> back to the Third Fridays podcast. Together, Christian and Tashia learn about “Back on Track,” a new initiative from Willis Towers Watson. Willis Towers Watson is a leading global advisory, broker, and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. David Barry, National Director of Casualty Risk Control, and Brian Palmer, Northeast Construction Claims Area Practice Leader, introduce a playbook designed for businesses to safely reopen and mitigate risk during the COVID-19 pandemic. The panel of four try to predict how Workers’ Compensation defense will adapt to new types of claims associated with COVID-19 and remote employees</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.</p>","summary":"Christian and Tashia Rasul learn about “Back on Track,” a new initiative from Willis Towers Watson. Willis Towers Watson is a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. David Barry, National Director of Casualty Risk Control, and Brian Palmer, Northeast Construction Claims Area Practice Leader, introduce a playbook designed for businesses to safely reopen and mitigate risk during the COVID-19 pandemic. The panel of four try to predict how Workers’ Compensation defense will adapt to new types of claims associated with COVID-19 and remote employees","date_published":"2020-06-19T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/aea9a348-96a1-4978-9f87-64b846f3d8ed.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23367540,"duration_in_seconds":2896}]},{"id":"efea1ae5-20f8-47b3-9c2f-bb52edbd5f36","title":"Episode 39: More Coronavirus Impact on Workers' Compensation Claim Litigation","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/39","content_text":"We live in a COVID-19 quarantine world now, so host Christian Sison is taking a “business as usual” approach with the second iteration of the Third Fridays podcast using remote appearances from guests. This month, Jeremy Janis and Adam Lowenstein discuss their recent litigation wins at the Appellate Division level. With practical advice to use in an impractical world, Christian can’t help but call foul on a new Board Panel Decision refuting the need for work search during the quarantine restrictions. See how the results achieved by Lois attorneys can help drive closures in your cases!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Adam Lowenstein and Jeremy Janis.","content_html":"<p>We live in a COVID-19 quarantine world now, so host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> is taking a “business as usual” approach with the second iteration of the Third Fridays podcast using remote appearances from guests. This month, Jeremy Janis and Adam Lowenstein discuss their recent litigation wins at the Appellate Division level. With practical advice to use in an impractical world, Christian can’t help but call foul on a new Board Panel Decision refuting the need for work search during the quarantine restrictions. See how the results achieved by Lois attorneys can help drive closures in your cases!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guests: Adam Lowenstein and Jeremy Janis.</p>","summary":"This month, Jeremy Janis and Adam Lowenstein discuss their recent litigation wins at the Appellate Division level. With practical advice to use in an impractical world, Christian can’t help but call foul on a new Board Panel Decision refuting the need for work search during the quarantine restrictions. See how the results achieved by LOIS attorneys can help drive closures in your cases!","date_published":"2020-05-22T14:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/efea1ae5-20f8-47b3-9c2f-bb52edbd5f36.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":14634014,"duration_in_seconds":1804}]},{"id":"d6deac2e-de06-4902-8b44-11269cee1b9c","title":"Episode 38: COVID-19 and New York Workers' Compensation Claims","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/38","content_text":"Host Christian Sison is joined by Tashia Rasul to discuss practical aspects of handling COVID-19 claims before the New York Workers' Compensation Board.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> is joined by <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/tashia-rasul/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tashia Rasul</a> to discuss practical aspects of handling COVID-19 claims before the New York Workers&#39; Compensation Board.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.</p>","summary":"Host Christian Sison is joined by Tashia Rasul to discuss practical aspects of handling COVID-19 claims before the New York Workers' Compensation Board.","date_published":"2020-04-17T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/d6deac2e-de06-4902-8b44-11269cee1b9c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":20634446,"duration_in_seconds":2554}]},{"id":"8b4317a1-25e7-491b-8293-81789af707f9","title":"Episode 37: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and New York Workers' Compensation","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/37","content_text":"Host Christian Sison is joined by Andrea Abudayeh to discuss the impact of coronavirus pandemic on New York workers' compensation claims and the Workers' Compensation board's reponse.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Andrea Abudayeh.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> is joined by Andrea Abudayeh to discuss the impact of coronavirus pandemic on <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/new-jersey-workers-compensation-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">New York workers&#39; compensation claims</a> and the Workers&#39; Compensation board&#39;s reponse.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Andrea Abudayeh.</p>","summary":"Host Christian Sison is joined by Andrea Abudayeh to discuss the impact of coronavirus pandemic on New York workers' compensation claims and the Workers' Compensation board's reponse.","date_published":"2020-03-20T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/8b4317a1-25e7-491b-8293-81789af707f9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":15733661,"duration_in_seconds":1941}]},{"id":"621de1dd-3008-4d19-94bb-4359ba898b2b","title":"Episode 36: Appellate Strategy: Review of Recent Decisions","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/36","content_text":"Attorney Declan Gourley joins Christian Sison for an in-depth discussion of appellate strategy in New York, by discussing reversals of interest to employers. \n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Declan Gourley.","content_html":"<p>Attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/declan-gourley/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Declan Gourley</a> joins <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> for an in-depth discussion of appellate strategy in New York, by discussing reversals of interest to employers. </p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Declan Gourley.</p>","summary":"Attorney Declan Gourley joins Christian Sison for an in-depth discussion of appellate strategy in New York, by discussing reversals of interest to employers. ","date_published":"2020-02-21T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/621de1dd-3008-4d19-94bb-4359ba898b2b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":17865123,"duration_in_seconds":2208}]},{"id":"0f148da3-46a0-43f1-820e-b7df83d1d110","title":"Episode 35: New York's No Fault Law and Workers' Compensation Loss Transfer","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/35","content_text":"In this episode, host Christian Sison welcomes attorney Christopher Major to the podcast to take an in-depth look at loss transfer litigation between workers' compensation and motor vehicle carriers.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Christopher Major.","content_html":"<p>In this episode, host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a> to the podcast to take an in-depth look at loss transfer litigation between workers&#39; compensation and motor vehicle carriers.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Christopher Major.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison welcomes attorney Christopher Major to the podcast to take an in-depth look at loss transfer litigation between workers' compensation and motor vehicle carriers.","date_published":"2020-01-17T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/0f148da3-46a0-43f1-820e-b7df83d1d110.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":13200199,"duration_in_seconds":1626}]},{"id":"ff1eecc7-51f7-485c-9058-6998d1424ed8","title":"Episode 34: Reimbursement and Subrogation in New York Workers' Compensation Cases","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/34","content_text":"Christian Sison and Christopher Major discuss the basics of subrogation and reimbursement in New York workers' compensation cases. This audio comes from a live discussion presented to the LOIS firm's clients on December 16, 2019. Happy Holidays everyone!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Christopher Major.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a> discuss the basics of subrogation and reimbursement in <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">New York workers&#39; compensation cases</a>. This audio comes from a live discussion presented to the LOIS firm&#39;s clients on December 16, 2019. Happy Holidays everyone!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Christopher Major.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison and Christopher Major discuss the basics of subrogation and reimbursement in New York workers' compensation cases. This audio comes from a live discussion presented to the LOIS firm's clients on December 16, 2019. Happy Holidays everyone!","date_published":"2019-12-20T08:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/ff1eecc7-51f7-485c-9058-6998d1424ed8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":14513794,"duration_in_seconds":1789}]},{"id":"28b0a080-3088-46e7-b249-57dc4ae7b236","title":"Episode 33: Risk Transfer in New York Workers' Compensation","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/33","content_text":"Christian Sison is joined by Christopher Major to discuss risk transfer opportunities in New York workers' compensation cases.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Christopher Major.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> is joined by <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a> to discuss risk transfer opportunities in <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">New York workers&#39; compensation cases</a>.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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Host Christian Sison recaps where we were when the landmark 2018 Appellate Division case of Taher v Yiota Taxi was decided. The ensuing chaos that enveloped even the most experienced practitioners resulted in unreliable decisions across the State. Christian discusses the significance of the new Schedule Loss of Use “Attachment,” to give feedback on how a closure of the case can be decided with less risk of the unknown\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.","content_html":"<p>On October 4th, the New York Workers’ Compensation Board issued a Subject Number that addressed the age-old decision of how we close cases when schedule and non-schedule body parts are established. Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> recaps where we were when the landmark 2018 Appellate Division case of Taher v Yiota Taxi was decided. The ensuing chaos that enveloped even the most experienced practitioners resulted in unreliable decisions across the State. Christian discusses the significance of the new Schedule Loss of Use “Attachment,” to give feedback on how a closure of the case can be decided with less risk of the unknown</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison recaps where we were when the landmark 2018 Appellate Division case of Taher v Yiota Taxi was decided. The ensuing chaos that enveloped even the most experienced practitioners resulted in unreliable decisions across the State. Christian discusses the significance of the new Schedule Loss of Use “Attachment,” to give feedback on how a closure of the case can be decided with less risk of the unknown","date_published":"2019-10-18T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/a6bb7b17-86f6-41b7-8e74-fc0dcb0b4c67.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":13215242,"duration_in_seconds":1627}]},{"id":"657cc32f-55f1-4107-93f1-af03831d24ef","title":"Episode 31: Attorney Development Programs","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/31","content_text":"Christian Sison is joined by his co-chair, Joseph Melchionne, of the 2019 Mock Trial Program at LOIS. The final event of the Program involved the recording of a podcast episode for 3 sets of finalists. The winning podcast involved Attorney Christopher Major and Paralegal Monica Shea. The 4-member panel go through an oral argument on appeal, answer some Mock Trial trivia questions, and give some feedback as to how the 2020 Program can continue to improve. The discussion emphasizes the broad Training Program at LOIS that is designed to provide maximum value to employers across the States of New York and New Jersey.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Christopher Major and Joseph Melchionne.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> is joined by his co-chair, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/joseph-melchionne/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Joseph Melchionne</a>, of the 2019 Mock Trial Program at LOIS. The final event of the Program involved the recording of a podcast episode for 3 sets of finalists. The winning podcast involved Attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a> and Paralegal Monica Shea. The 4-member panel go through an oral argument on appeal, answer some Mock Trial trivia questions, and give some feedback as to how the 2020 Program can continue to improve. The discussion emphasizes the broad Training Program at LOIS that is designed to provide maximum value to employers across the States of New York and New Jersey.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guests: Christopher Major and Joseph Melchionne.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison is joined by his co-chair, Joseph Melchionne, of the 2019 Mock Trial Program at LOIS. The final event of the Program involved the recording of a podcast episode for 3 sets of finalists. The winning podcast involved Attorney Christopher Major and Paralegal Monica Shea. The 4-member panel go through an oral argument on appeal, answer some Mock Trial trivia questions, and give some feedback as to how the 2020 Program can continue to improve. The discussion emphasizes the broad Training Program at LOIS that is designed to provide maximum value to employers across the States of New York and New Jersey.","date_published":"2019-09-20T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/657cc32f-55f1-4107-93f1-af03831d24ef.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18051666,"duration_in_seconds":2231}]},{"id":"ebbcfa6f-d18f-41cc-817a-e99a38ac3077","title":"Episode 30: Defending Mental Stress Claims in New York","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/30","content_text":"Host Christian Sison welcomes attorney Declan Gourley back to the podcast to discuss mental stress claims under the New York Workers' Compensation law. The attorneys discuss the standard for causally-related and compensable stress in New York, strategies for defending the cases, and provide practical examples. \n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Declan Gourley.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/declan-gourley/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Declan Gourley</a> back to the podcast to discuss mental stress claims under the New York Workers&#39; Compensation law. The attorneys discuss the standard for causally-related and compensable stress in New York, strategies for defending the cases, and provide practical examples. </p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Declan Gourley.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison welcomes attorney Declan Gourley back to the podcast to discuss mental stress claims under the New York Workers' Compensation law. The attorneys discuss the standard for causally-related and compensable stress in New York, strategies for defending the cases, and provide practical examples. ","date_published":"2019-08-16T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/ebbcfa6f-d18f-41cc-817a-e99a38ac3077.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":9683511,"duration_in_seconds":1185}]},{"id":"2a8ae990-7e7f-498e-9b9d-f7174b22253f","title":"Episode 29: Appellate Practice in New York Workers' Compensation Cases","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/29","content_text":"Attorney Christian Sison welcomes Eric Kuperman and John McGorty of Printing House Press to discuss strategic, tactical, and practical aspects of filing appeals in worker's compensation cases before New York's 3rd Department.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guests: Eric Kuperman and John McGorty.","content_html":"<p>Attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes <a href=\"https://phpny.com/eric-j-kuperman-esq/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Eric Kuperman</a> and <a href=\"https://phpny.com/john-mcgorty/\" rel=\"nofollow\">John McGorty</a> of<a href=\"https://phpny.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\"> Printing House Press</a> to discuss strategic, tactical, and practical aspects of filing appeals in worker&#39;s compensation cases before New York&#39;s 3rd Department.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guests: Eric Kuperman and John McGorty.</p>","summary":"Attorney Christian Sison welcomes Eric Kuperman and John McGordy of Printing House Press to discuss strategic, tactical, and practical aspects of filing appeals in worker's compensation cases before New York's 3rd Department.","date_published":"2019-07-19T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/2a8ae990-7e7f-498e-9b9d-f7174b22253f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":6716624,"duration_in_seconds":814}]},{"id":"6a2bc059-6ad5-4095-8606-fd6c42b71f60","title":"Episode 28: The Going-and-Coming Rule: Recent Case Developments","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/28","content_text":"Host Attorney Christian Sison discusses recent case law developments relating to the \"going and coming\" defense of off-premises injuries before the New York Workers' Compensation Board.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.","content_html":"<p>Host Attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> discusses recent case law developments relating to the &quot;going and coming&quot; defense of off-premises injuries before the New York Workers&#39; Compensation Board.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers' compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Greg Lois.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> is joined by guest attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/greg-lois/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Greg Lois</a> to discuss challenges in defending controverted claims given the &quot;rocket docket&quot; calendar in New York Workers&#39; Compensation proceedings. </p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Greg Lois.</p>","summary":"Host Christian Sison is joined by guest attorney Greg Lois to discuss challenges in defending controverted claims given the \"rocket docket\" calendar in New York Workers' Compensation proceedings. 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Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.Special Guest: Greg Lois.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/greg-lois/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Greg Lois</a> to the Third Friday podcast to discuss problem issues in dual-employment claims, where lent or borrowed employees bring claims for worker&#39;s compensation benefits against two employers.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Greg Lois.</p>","summary":"Host Christian Sison welcomes attorney Greg Lois to the Third Friday podcast to discuss problem issues in dual-employment claims, where lent or borrowed employees bring claims for worker's compensation benefits against two employers.","date_published":"2019-04-19T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/675803ff-9a92-4e8a-bf8d-847240e4138c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28282161,"duration_in_seconds":1755}]},{"id":"d9bfd306-d523-4f63-9646-16e031a760ee","title":"Episode 25: Defending Construction Dual Jurisdiction Claims From Day One","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/25","content_text":"Host Christian Sison welcomes his law partner attorney Tashia Rasul to the show in advance of her well-anticipated speaking engaged at the annual Claims and Litigation Management conference in Orlando. The two discuss the difference between reporting accident claims and reporting compensability decisions to the WCB. This was then applied to how LOIS specifically defends construction claims, with the help of Tashia’s Construction Practice Team. \n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes his law partner attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/tashia-rasul/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tashia Rasul</a> to the show in advance of her well-anticipated speaking engaged at the annual Claims and Litigation Management conference in Orlando. The two discuss the difference between reporting accident claims and reporting compensability decisions to the WCB. This was then applied to how LOIS specifically defends construction claims, with the help of Tashia’s <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/construction-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Construction Practice Team</a>. </p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.</p>","summary":"Host Christian Sison welcomes his law partner attorney Tashia Rasul to the show in advance of her well-anticipated speaking engaged at the annual Claims and Litigation Management conference in Orlando. The two discuss the difference between reporting accident claims and reporting compensability decisions to the WCB. This was then applied to how LOIS specifically defends construction claims, with the help of Tashia’s Construction Practice Team. ","date_published":"2019-03-15T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/d9bfd306-d523-4f63-9646-16e031a760ee.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28977178,"duration_in_seconds":1798}]},{"id":"b142d906-240c-4891-a967-201a0a4d268d","title":"Episode 24: Board Panel Appeals Notes from the Field in New York","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/24","content_text":"Host Christian Sison is joined by special guest Amy Figueroa and attorney Jeremy Janis for a wide-ranging discussion on the state of board panel appeals in New York.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> is joined by special guest Amy Figueroa and attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/jeremy-janis/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Jeremy Janis</a> for a wide-ranging discussion on the state of board panel appeals in New York.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.</p>","summary":"Host Christian Sison is joined by special guest Amy Figueroa and attorney Jeremy Janis for a wide-ranging discussion on the state of board panel appeals in New York.","date_published":"2019-02-15T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/b142d906-240c-4891-a967-201a0a4d268d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":10744861,"duration_in_seconds":1318}]},{"id":"bdff90dc-0c82-4d97-8e41-bb056a1b97c0","title":"Episode 23: Medicare Set Asides","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/23","content_text":"Attorney Declan Gourley joins host Christian Sison to discuss Medicare Set Asides in workers' compensation claims. The attorneys discuss an interesting issue arising from air ambulance services and fee schedules.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Declan Gourley.","content_html":"<p>Attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/declan-gourley/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Declan Gourley</a> joins host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> to discuss Medicare Set Asides in workers&#39; compensation claims. The attorneys discuss an interesting issue arising from air ambulance services and fee schedules.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Declan Gourley.</p>","summary":"Attorney Declan Gourley joins host Christian Sison to discuss Medicare Set Asides in workers' compensation claims. The attorneys discuss an interesting issue arising from air ambulance services and fee schedules.","date_published":"2019-01-18T07:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/bdff90dc-0c82-4d97-8e41-bb056a1b97c0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":15066467,"duration_in_seconds":1239}]},{"id":"872fc19d-2634-4650-858b-d1614d246002","title":"Episode 22: LWEC Plus SLU: Evaluating Exposure in New York Workers' Compensation Cases","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/22","content_text":"Back in July, Andrea Abudayeh joined Christian Sison on the podcast to discuss the game-changing court case Taher v. Yiota Taxi decided by the Appellate Division. Now that Judges have implemented the Taher concepts at the trial level for the past four months, did Andrea and Christian get it right with their predictions? The attorneys also discuss the news that Jamaica hearing point is now going virtual on December 1, 2018.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Andrea Abudayeh.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/podcast/impact-of-the-taher-v-yiota-taxis-decision/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Back in July</a>, Andrea Abudayeh joined Christian Sison on the podcast to discuss the game-changing court case <i>Taher v. Yiota Taxi</i> decided by the Appellate Division. Now that Judges have implemented the <i>Taher</i> concepts at the trial level for the past four months, did Andrea and Christian get it right with their predictions? The attorneys also discuss the news that Jamaica hearing point is now going virtual on December 1, 2018.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Andrea Abudayeh.</p>","summary":"Back in July, Andrea Abudayeh joined Christian Sison on the podcast to discuss the game-changing court case Taher v. Yiota Taxi decided by the Appellate Division. Now that Judges have implemented the Taher concepts at the trial level for the past four months, did Andrea and Christian get it right with their predictions? The attorneys also discuss the news that Jamaica hearing point is now going virtual on December 1, 2018.","date_published":"2018-11-16T07:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/872fc19d-2634-4650-858b-d1614d246002.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":6806685,"duration_in_seconds":1654}]},{"id":"53c6b6d0-1d4a-4a37-aa08-5e581c0085a9","title":"Episode 21: Tactical and Practical Use of Independent Medical Exams in New York","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/21","content_text":"Attorney Christian Sison and Attorney Joseph Melchionne discuss the practical and the tactical use of Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) in New York Workers' Compensation cases from a defense standpoint.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Joseph Melchionne.","content_html":"<p>Attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> and Attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/joseph-melchionne/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Joseph Melchionne</a> discuss the practical and the tactical use of Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) in <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">New York Workers&#39; Compensation cases</a> from a defense standpoint.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Joseph Melchionne.</p>","summary":"Attorney Christian Sison and Attorney Joseph Melchionne discuss the practical and the tactical use of Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) in New York Workers' Compensation cases from a defense standpoint.","date_published":"2018-10-19T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/53c6b6d0-1d4a-4a37-aa08-5e581c0085a9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":7847880,"duration_in_seconds":956}]},{"id":"4b124000-5ba3-459d-a576-9cae9e7c3517","title":"Episode 20: Investigating Date of Contracture in New York","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/20","content_text":"An interesting New York Board Panel Decision is discovered by Timothy Kane who joins host Christian Sison for his 2nd guest appearance on the podcast. Apportionment and date of contracture become ripe issues when an established occupational disease claim reaches permanency. Does the Board Panel Decision create guidance that could result in more accurate exposure analysis? Can this be used by carriers and self-insureds to close cases faster? Listen in to this discussion.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Tim Kane.","content_html":"<p>An interesting New York Board Panel Decision is discovered by <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/timothy-kane/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Timothy Kane</a> who joins host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> for his 2nd guest appearance on the podcast. Apportionment and date of contracture become ripe issues when an established occupational disease claim reaches permanency. Does the Board Panel Decision create guidance that could result in more accurate exposure analysis? Can this be used by carriers and self-insureds to close cases faster? Listen in to this discussion.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Tim Kane.</p>","summary":"An interesting New York Board Panel Decision is discovered by Timothy Kane who joins host Christian Sison for his 2nd guest appearance on the podcast. Apportionment and date of contracture become ripe issues when an established occupational disease claim reaches permanency. Does the Board Panel Decision create guidance that could result in more accurate exposure analysis? Can this be used by carriers and self-insureds to close cases faster? Listen in to this discussion.","date_published":"2018-09-21T07:15:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/4b124000-5ba3-459d-a576-9cae9e7c3517.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":13679166,"duration_in_seconds":1341}]},{"id":"298a4ec4-52f9-4f7d-8002-8c2e779607be","title":"Episode 19: Review of Appeals in New York Workers' Compensation Cases","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/19","content_text":"Attorney Jeremy Janis joins Christian Sison to discuss the \"grey area\" argument in a recent case involving traumatic injury in a New York workers' compensation case and the resulting appeal in light of the new scrutiny placed by the Board on cover sheets.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.","content_html":"<p>Attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/jeremy-janis/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Jeremy Janis</a> joins <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> to discuss the &quot;grey area&quot; argument in a recent case involving traumatic injury in a <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">New York workers&#39; compensation case</a> and the resulting appeal in light of the new scrutiny placed by the Board on cover sheets.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.</p>","summary":"Attorney Jeremy Janis joins Christian Sison to discuss the \"grey area\" argument in a recent case involving traumatic injury in a New York workers' compensation case and the resulting appeal in light of the new scrutiny placed by the Board on cover sheets.","date_published":"2018-08-17T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/298a4ec4-52f9-4f7d-8002-8c2e779607be.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":10961296,"duration_in_seconds":1346}]},{"id":"2bcabfe8-e12c-4f42-a7bc-08e71079d552","title":"Episode 18: The Impact of the Taher v. Yiota Taxis Decision","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/18","content_text":"After last month’s episode discussed a favorable Board Panel Decision to employers and carriers, life at the Workers’ Compensation Board resumes normal claimant-friendly activity with the recent Third Department decision in Taher v. Yiota Taxi.  Andrea Abudayeh joins Christian Sison to discuss how Taher impacts permanency cases involving established schedule and non-schedule sites.  How can we best defend cases in a post-Taher world, and how are Judges applying this case going forward?\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Andrea Abudayeh.","content_html":"<p>After last month’s episode discussed a favorable Board Panel Decision to employers and carriers, life at the Workers’ Compensation Board resumes normal claimant-friendly activity with the recent Third Department decision in Taher v. Yiota Taxi.  Andrea Abudayeh joins <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> to discuss how Taher impacts permanency cases involving established schedule and non-schedule sites.  How can we best defend cases in a post-Taher world, and how are Judges applying this case going forward?</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Andrea Abudayeh.</p>","summary":"Andrea Abudayeh joins Christian Sison to discuss how the Taher decision impacts permanency cases involving established schedule and non-schedule sites.  How can we best defend cases in a post-Taher world, and how are Judges applying this case going forward?","date_published":"2018-07-20T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/2bcabfe8-e12c-4f42-a7bc-08e71079d552.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":7050301,"duration_in_seconds":857}]},{"id":"1ef29175-b5f0-4cd3-acc7-60937ea3ded2","title":"Episode 17: Winning Trials Involving Lunchtime Accident - #DFD1","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/17","content_text":"Christian Sison reveals a favorable Board Panel Decision and invites Joseph Melchionne to the podcast to analyze the case.  Joseph, the trial attorney responsible for securing a key win for the firm’s client, recaps how all parties worked together to reach the common goal.  Christian and Joseph detail the exact #DefendFromDay1 strategies that were used to maintain and reinforce the defense to compensability.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Joseph Melchionne.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> reveals a favorable Board Panel Decision and invites <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/joseph-melchionne/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Joseph Melchionne</a> to the podcast to analyze the case.  Joseph, the trial attorney responsible for securing a key win for the firm’s client, recaps how all parties worked together to reach the common goal.  Christian and Joseph detail the exact #DefendFromDay1 strategies that were used to maintain and reinforce the defense to compensability.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Joseph Melchionne.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison reveals a favorable Board Panel Decision and invites Joseph Melchionne to the podcast to analyze the case.  Joseph, the trial attorney responsible for securing a key win for the firm’s client, recaps how all parties worked together to reach the common goal.  Christian and Joseph detail the exact #DefendFromDay1 strategies that were used to maintain and reinforce the defense to compensability.","date_published":"2018-06-15T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/1ef29175-b5f0-4cd3-acc7-60937ea3ded2.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":15069431,"duration_in_seconds":1848}]},{"id":"6c75fbd4-ded8-4650-b4de-08a3626de808","title":"Episode 16: Defend From Day One","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/16","content_text":"Host Christian Sison comes to you live and without any guests for the first time in the show’s history.  The topic is #DefendFromDay1, and the show focuses on how the movement began, how it can be currently implemented, and how we can use it for the future.\n\nWithin the construct of #DFD1, Christian reviews a recent Appellate Division case involving conflicting medical testimony on the causal relationship of a requested surgery.  In analyzing the Court’s decision, it becomes clear that #DFD1 strategies would have best been used to procure an IME report much sooner and with the benefit of the pre-accident records.  As to the future, Christian projects an interesting possibility as to how the Board may use medical records and testimony, in light of its recent trend towards efficiency and expediency.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> comes to you live and without any guests for the first time in the show’s history.  The topic is #DefendFromDay1, and the show focuses on how the movement began, how it can be currently implemented, and how we can use it for the future.</p>\n\n<p>Within the construct of #DFD1, Christian reviews a recent Appellate Division case involving conflicting medical testimony on the causal relationship of a requested surgery.  In analyzing the Court’s decision, it becomes clear that #DFD1 strategies would have best been used to procure an IME report much sooner and with the benefit of the pre-accident records.  As to the future, Christian projects an interesting possibility as to how the Board may use medical records and testimony, in light of its recent trend towards efficiency and expediency.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p>","summary":"Host Christian Sison comes to you live and without any guests for the first time in the show’s history.  The topic is #DefendFromDay1, and the show focuses on how the movement began, how it can be currently implemented, and how we can use it for the future.","date_published":"2018-05-18T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/6c75fbd4-ded8-4650-b4de-08a3626de808.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":13120839,"duration_in_seconds":1605}]},{"id":"eef955f4-9754-423a-8bda-2b134b95c504","title":"Episode 15: State of the Virtual Hearing","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/15","content_text":"\"Virtual Hearings\" have been a real thing in New York Workers’ Compensation for almost 6 months now.  What works and what doesn’t work?  Does it help or hurt employers and carriers?  Host Christian Sison invites attorney Declan Gourley to the podcast for a brief discussion regarding their experiences with New York State’s interesting new technology.  The two of them debate over whether this is ultimately good or bad for all parties involved.  They also predict what the Virtual Hearing world will look like, one year from now.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Declan Gourley.","content_html":"<p>&quot;Virtual Hearings&quot; have been a real thing in New York Workers’ Compensation for almost 6 months now.  What works and what doesn’t work?  Does it help or hurt employers and carriers?  Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> invites attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/declan-gourley/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Declan Gourley</a> to the podcast for a brief discussion regarding their experiences with New York State’s interesting new technology.  The two of them debate over whether this is ultimately good or bad for all parties involved.  They also predict what the Virtual Hearing world will look like, one year from now.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Declan Gourley.</p>","summary":"\"Virtual Hearings\" have been a real thing in New York Workers’ Compensation for almost 6 months now.  What works and what doesn’t work?  Does it help or hurt employers and carriers?  Host Christian Sison invites attorney Declan Gourley to the podcast for a brief discussion regarding their experiences with New York State’s interesting new technology. ","date_published":"2018-04-20T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/eef955f4-9754-423a-8bda-2b134b95c504.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":15272162,"duration_in_seconds":1873}]},{"id":"543c0c20-9db0-4f3a-85b5-ca588edb3be6","title":"Episode 14: Third Department Review","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/14","content_text":"Christian Sison and guest Timothy Kane review five Third Department decisions that were issued last month.  Claimants in these cases alleged neck injuries after decelerating 5 miles per hour in a truck, alleged being smashed like a jelly donut by an elevator, and alleged eye injuries due to pepper spray in a prison.  This is real life.  These people are real, apparently!\n\nChristian and Tim discuss these cases and note the difficulty in having the Board’s decisions overturned or reversed.  All five of the Third Department cases affirmed the Board’s rulings.  This fostered dialogue between Christian and Tim regarding when to go to the Third Department and how we should be proactive at the Board level.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Tim Kane.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> and guest <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/timothy-kane/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Timothy Kane</a> review five Third Department decisions that were issued last month.  Claimants in these cases alleged neck injuries after decelerating 5 miles per hour in a truck, alleged being smashed like a jelly donut by an elevator, and alleged eye injuries due to pepper spray in a prison.  This is real life.  These people are real, apparently!</p>\n\n<p>Christian and Tim discuss these cases and note the difficulty in having the Board’s decisions overturned or reversed.  All five of the Third Department cases affirmed the Board’s rulings.  This fostered dialogue between Christian and Tim regarding when to go to the Third Department and how we should be proactive at the Board level.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Tim Kane.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison and guest Timothy Kane review five Third Department decisions that were issued last month.  Claimants in these cases alleged neck injuries after decelerating 5 miles per hour in a truck, alleged being smashed like a jelly donut by an elevator, and alleged eye injuries due to pepper spray in a prison.  This is real life.  These people are real, apparently!","date_published":"2018-03-16T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/543c0c20-9db0-4f3a-85b5-ca588edb3be6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":15439069,"duration_in_seconds":1894}]},{"id":"f352e66a-6957-4bf5-875d-a4ffaa00b384","title":"Episode 13: Defending Specific Accident Claims","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/13","content_text":"Host Christian Sison is joined by Tashia Rasul, partner at Lois Law Firm, to discuss defending specific accident claims in New York workers' compensation claims.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> is joined by <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/tashia-rasul/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tashia Rasul</a>, partner at <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a>, to discuss defending specific accident claims in <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">New York workers&#39; compensation claims</a>.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.</p>","summary":"Today's topic: defending specific, traumatic losses. Who was the claimant working with? Who was the claimant's supervisor? What accident reporting or investigation is available? Investigating accidents, working with risk professionals, and preparing the defense.","date_published":"2018-02-16T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/f352e66a-6957-4bf5-875d-a4ffaa00b384.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":6937047,"duration_in_seconds":1664}]},{"id":"9f9b6d55-f0b3-4f57-b4f0-ff09a5f830b9","title":"Episode 12: Litigations Waivers, Assumption of Risk, and the General-Special Employee ","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/12","content_text":"Discussion following up on the Appellate Division and Supreme Court's analysis of contracts of employment where an employee waives the right to pursue damages when injured by the acts of the employer's client or customer. Host Christian Sison welcomes returning guest Christopher Major to the latest episode of Third Fridays.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Christopher Major.","content_html":"<p>Discussion following up on the Appellate Division and Supreme Court&#39;s analysis of contracts of employment where an employee waives the right to pursue damages when injured by the acts of the employer&#39;s client or customer. Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes returning guest <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a> to the latest episode of Third Fridays.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Christopher Major.</p>","summary":"Discussion following up on the Appellate Division and Supreme Court's  decision in Vitale v. Schering Plough containing an analysis of contracts of employment where an employee waives the right to pursue damages when injured by the acts of the employer's client or customer. Host Christian Sison welcomes returning guest Christopher Major to the latest episode of Third Fridays.","date_published":"2018-01-19T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/9f9b6d55-f0b3-4f57-b4f0-ff09a5f830b9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":6311756,"duration_in_seconds":1396}]},{"id":"88bda173-431f-47b4-a390-1d07544c9f07","title":"Episode 11: Scheduled Loss of Use Guidelines in New York","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/11","content_text":"Host Christian Sison welcomes guest attorney Declan Gourley to this episode of Third Fridays to discuss the draft Schedule Loss of Use Guidelines coming into New York workers' compensation cases in January 2018. The attorneys discuss the first draft Guidelines issued in September 2017, the process whereby claimant's attorneys persuaded the Board to roll back the improvements, and the final draft version of the proposed Guidelines promulgated in November 2017. The attorneys discuss the likely impact of the draft Guidelines and what to do when they become effective in January 2018.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Declan Gourley.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes guest attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/declan-gourley/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Declan Gourley</a> to this episode of Third Fridays to discuss the draft Schedule Loss of Use Guidelines coming into <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">New York workers&#39; compensation cases</a> in January 2018. The attorneys discuss the first draft Guidelines issued in September 2017, the process whereby claimant&#39;s attorneys persuaded the Board to roll back the improvements, and the final draft version of the proposed Guidelines promulgated in November 2017. The attorneys discuss the likely impact of the draft Guidelines and what to do when they become effective in January 2018.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Declan Gourley.</p>","summary":"Host Christian Sison welcomes guest attorney Declan Gourley to this episode of Third Fridays to discuss the draft Schedule Loss of Use Guidelines coming into New York workers' compensation cases in January 2018. The attorneys discuss the first draft Guidelines issued in September 2017, the process whereby claimant's attorneys persuaded the Board to roll back the improvements, and the final draft version of the proposed Guidelines promulgated in November 2017. The attorneys discuss the likely impact of the draft Guidelines and what to do when they become effective in January 2018.","date_published":"2017-12-15T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/88bda173-431f-47b4-a390-1d07544c9f07.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":13287200,"duration_in_seconds":1625}]},{"id":"a0c3d854-c83e-4a01-a0ad-ff6cc3f989d0","title":"Episode 10: Loss Transfer in New York: Third Fridays Podcast","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/10","content_text":"Discussion of New York's No Fault Insurance Law (Article 51) and Workers' Compensation Law Section 29 liens in New York. Host Christian Sison welcomes returning guest Christopher Major to the latest episode of Third Fridays to discuss the interplay between the carve out of reimbursement and when it applies in New York workers' compensation cases. This episode is a must-listen for subrogation specialists, carrier risk professionals, and New York attorneys handling motor vehicle and workers' compensation cases in New York. \n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Christopher Major.","content_html":"<p>Discussion of New York&#39;s No Fault Insurance Law (Article 51) and Workers&#39; Compensation Law Section 29 liens in New York. Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes returning guest <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a> to the latest episode of Third Fridays to discuss the interplay between the carve out of reimbursement and when it applies in <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">New York workers&#39; compensation cases</a>. This episode is a must-listen for subrogation specialists, carrier risk professionals, and New York attorneys handling motor vehicle and workers&#39; compensation cases in New York. </p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Christopher Major.</p>","summary":"Discussion of New York's No Fault Insurance Law (Article 51) and Workers' Compensation Law Section 29 liens in New York. Host Christian Sison welcomes returning guest Christopher Major to the latest episode of Third Fridays to discuss the interplay between the carve out of reimbursement and when it applies in New York workers' compensation cases. This episode is a must-listen for subrogation specialists, carrier risk professionals, and New York attorneys handling motor vehicle and workers' compensation cases in New York. ","date_published":"2017-11-17T04:45:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/a0c3d854-c83e-4a01-a0ad-ff6cc3f989d0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":6016318,"duration_in_seconds":1434}]},{"id":"1aa22de3-9e14-4b8e-9916-e225d507632e","title":"Episode 9: Contractors, Staffing Agencies, and Waivers","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/9","content_text":"An important case involving special employment, liability waivers, and contractors is headed to the New Jersey Supreme Court.  Christian Sison welcomes Christopher Major to the latest episode of Third Fridays to discuss the ramifications of this case.  Can an employer contract with a willing employee to waive liability of its customers?  Christian and Chris try to predict the Supreme Court’s next move!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Christopher Major.","content_html":"<p>An important case involving special employment, liability waivers, and contractors is headed to the New Jersey Supreme Court.  <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christopher Major</a> to the latest episode of Third Fridays to discuss the ramifications of this case.  Can an employer contract with a willing employee to waive liability of its customers?  Christian and Chris try to predict the Supreme Court’s next move!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Christopher Major.</p>","summary":"An important case involving special employment, liability waivers, and contractors is headed to the New Jersey Supreme Court.  Christian Sison welcomes Christopher Major to the latest episode of Third Fridays to discuss the ramifications of this case.  Can an employer contract with a willing employee to waive liability of its customers?  Christian and Chris try to predict the Supreme Court’s next move!","date_published":"2017-10-20T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/1aa22de3-9e14-4b8e-9916-e225d507632e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":14312710,"duration_in_seconds":1754}]},{"id":"c8c627fc-0e85-4437-be02-cff1c2adb42b","title":"Episode 8: Cross-State Issues in Jurisdiction","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/8","content_text":"Host Christian Sison is joined by attorney Joe Jones to discuss a New Jersey Supreme Court case concerning cross-state jurisdiction.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> is joined by <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/joseph-jones/\" rel=\"nofollow\">attorney Joe Jones</a> to discuss a New Jersey Supreme Court case concerning cross-state jurisdiction.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p>","summary":"Host Christian Sison is joined by attorney Joe Jones to discuss a New Jersey Supreme Court case concerning cross-state jurisdiction.","date_published":"2017-09-15T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/c8c627fc-0e85-4437-be02-cff1c2adb42b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":9030190,"duration_in_seconds":1093}]},{"id":"8ac81cc9-f43e-48d4-a778-c610abfacea6","title":"Episode 7: Labor Market Attachment ","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/7","content_text":"The defense of \"Labor Market Attachment\" in New York workers' compensation cases. Attorney Declan Gourley joins host Christian Sison in a discussion of the defense.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Declan Gourley.","content_html":"<p>The defense of &quot;Labor Market Attachment&quot; in New York workers&#39; compensation cases. <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/declan-gourley/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Attorney Declan Gourley</a> joins host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> in a discussion of the defense.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Declan Gourley.</p>","summary":"The defense of \"Labor Market Attachment\" in New York workers' compensation cases. Attorney Declan Gourley joins host Christian Sison in a discussion of the defense.","date_published":"2017-06-16T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/8ac81cc9-f43e-48d4-a778-c610abfacea6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":9933577,"duration_in_seconds":1206}]},{"id":"a90e1d2e-5d6c-45e1-afa9-5c0acbd0b001","title":"Episode 6: Employer's Perspective","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/6","content_text":"Christian Sison welcomes the employer's perspective to the Third Fridays podcast.  Christopher Lahey, a Senior Supervising Engineer from National Grid, starts a discussion about the issues involved when investigating alleged work accidents.  Christopher talks about the types of injuries sustained by National Grid employees, and how the company puts its employees in the best position to return to full duty work.\n\nChristian and Christopher engage each other in a debate involving the risk to an employer when an employee reports work accidents in an untimely manner.  This is juxtaposed with the need to fulfill productivity goals upon which the employee is judged.  The two also discuss safety measures that National Grid uses in order to meet accident and claim prevention goals.\n\nFinally, Christopher takes his turn at the show's \"Guess the Outcome\" segment, which is tailored directly to Christopher's expertise in reporting work-related accidents.  Download this episode to get a first-hand look at how an employer deals with various issues in Workers' Compensation!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes the employer&#39;s perspective to the Third Fridays podcast.  Christopher Lahey, a Senior Supervising Engineer from National Grid, starts a discussion about the issues involved when investigating alleged work accidents.  Christopher talks about the types of injuries sustained by National Grid employees, and how the company puts its employees in the best position to return to full duty work.</p>\n\n<p>Christian and Christopher engage each other in a debate involving the risk to an employer when an employee reports work accidents in an untimely manner.  This is juxtaposed with the need to fulfill productivity goals upon which the employee is judged.  The two also discuss safety measures that National Grid uses in order to meet accident and claim prevention goals.</p>\n\n<p>Finally, Christopher takes his turn at the show&#39;s &quot;Guess the Outcome&quot; segment, which is tailored directly to Christopher&#39;s expertise in reporting work-related accidents.  Download this episode to get a first-hand look at how an employer deals with various issues in Workers&#39; Compensation!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p>","summary":"In this episode, Christian Sison welcomes the employer's perspective to the Third Fridays podcast.  Christopher Lahey, a Senior Supervising Engineer from National Grid, starts a discussion about the issues involved when investigating alleged work accidents.  Christopher talks about the types of injuries sustained by National Grid employees, and how the company puts its employees in the best position to return to full duty work.\r\n\r\nChristian and Christopher engage each other in a debate involving the risk to an employer when an employee reports work accidents in an untimely manner.  This is juxtaposed with the need to fulfill productivity goals upon which the employee is judged.  The two also discuss safety measures that National Grid uses in order to meet accident and claim prevention goals.\r\n\r\nFinally, Christopher takes his turn at the show's \"Guess the Outcome\" segment, which is tailored directly to Christopher's expertise in reporting work-related accidents.  Download this episode to get a first-hand look at how an employer deals with various issues in Workers' Compensation!","date_published":"2017-05-19T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/a90e1d2e-5d6c-45e1-afa9-5c0acbd0b001.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":12669974,"duration_in_seconds":1548}]},{"id":"44401ce6-cbb0-4e59-beb4-590c785e43d2","title":"Episode 5: Permanency","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/5","content_text":"Today's topic is permanent residual disability. Attorney Joe Jones joins moderator Christian Sison in discussing this topic.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.","content_html":"<p>Today&#39;s topic is permanent residual disability. <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/joseph-jones/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Attorney Joe Jones</a> joins moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> in discussing this topic.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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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!\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.","content_html":"<p>Today&#39;s topic is fraud. Attorney <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes Attorney Usra Hussain to the show to discuss fighting fraud in <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">New York workers&#39; compensation claims</a>. Can employers prove that claimants &quot;knowingly&quot; 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!</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p>","summary":"Today's topic is fraud. Christian Sison welcomes 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!","date_published":"2017-03-17T06:30:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/71df7d1c-ef3e-43ed-a396-2a0e534f59e0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":8852064,"duration_in_seconds":1071}]},{"id":"3a453f3c-caea-443b-9179-8acb4a955f52","title":"Episode 3: The Claimant Attorney Perspective","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/3","content_text":"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, 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.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Tim Kane.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> welcomes guest attorney, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/timothy-kane/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Timothy Kane</a>, to the third Episode of the podcast.  Christian and Tim discuss Tim’s prior role as a claimant’s attorney, 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 <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">New York Workers’ Compensation Law</a>.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Tim Kane.</p>","summary":"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, 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.","date_published":"2017-02-17T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/3a453f3c-caea-443b-9179-8acb4a955f52.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":11550690,"duration_in_seconds":1408}]},{"id":"f7d197a6-c677-45e6-bcca-c7bdd537ad0e","title":"Episode 2: Wrap Up Policies","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/2","content_text":"Host Christian Sison and Attorney Tashia Rasul discuss the differences between operation policies, owner-controlled insurance policies (\"OCIP\") and contractor controlled insurance (\"CCIP\") policies.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.","content_html":"<p>Host <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a> and <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/tashia-rasul/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Attorney Tashia Rasul</a> discuss the differences between operation policies, owner-controlled insurance policies (&quot;OCIP&quot;) and contractor controlled insurance (&quot;CCIP&quot;) policies.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. 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Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.</p>","summary":"Host Christian Sison and Attorney Tashia Rasul discuss owner-controlled insurance policies in the context of workers' compensation claims.","date_published":"2017-01-20T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/f7d197a6-c677-45e6-bcca-c7bdd537ad0e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":6259224,"duration_in_seconds":1495}]},{"id":"336c00bd-8f97-4a08-b79f-72a32021f49b","title":"Episode 1: Opioids","url":"https://thirdfridays.loisllc.com/1","content_text":"Declan Gourley is invited on the show to speak about the opioid epidemic and how it relates to New York Workers' Compensation.  He and host, Christian Sison, discuss a recent Board Subject Number that changes an important procedural form for litigating issues involving opioids.\n\n\n\nWhat is “Third Fridays”?\n\n\"Third Fridays\" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm 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.\n\nThe 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.Special Guest: Declan Gourley.","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/declan-gourley/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Declan Gourley</a> is invited on the show to speak about the opioid epidemic and how it relates to <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/\" rel=\"nofollow\">New York Workers&#39; Compensation</a>.  He and host, <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>, discuss a recent Board Subject Number that changes an important procedural form for litigating issues involving opioids.</p>\n\n<p><hr /></p>\n\n<h3>What is “Third Fridays”?</h3>\n\n<p>&quot;Third Fridays&quot; podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Lois Law Firm</a> featuring moderator <a href=\"https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Christian Sison</a>. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers&#39; compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations.</p>\n\n<p>The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers&#39; compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.</p><p>Special Guest: Declan Gourley.</p>","summary":"Christian Sison hosts the premiere episode of Third Fridays! Declan Gourley is invited on the show to speak about the opioid epidemic and how it relates to New York Workers' Compensation.  He and host, Christian Sison, discuss a recent Board Subject Number that changes an important procedural form for litigating issues involving opioids.","date_published":"2016-12-16T09:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/97fac871-4486-4420-8825-32ff14236ecf/336c00bd-8f97-4a08-b79f-72a32021f49b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24233916,"duration_in_seconds":998}]}]}