Third Fridays - Episodes Tagged with “Lois Law Firm Llc”

Episode 60: When a Claimant Wants a Disallowed Claim

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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!

What is “Third Fridays”?

"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.

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Christopher Major.

Episode 59: The 2022 Mock Trial Finals

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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?

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guests: Connor Wetherington, Kyung Jae Han, and Nathalie Thomas.

Episode 58: The Effect of PARs on HIMPs

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Christian Sison brings longtime guest, 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!

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Christopher Major.

Episode 57: Defending 9/11 World Trade Center Claims

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 17 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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!

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Tim Kane.

Episode 56: Updates to Schedule Loss of Use Litigation

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 20 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Ian Haberstro.

Episode 55: Defending Aggressive Surgery Requests

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0400

The April 2022 has a special gift for Third Fridays listeners: segments! 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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.

Episode 54: What’s New in Jersey?

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Christian Sison 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!

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Karen Vincent.

Episode 53: To obtain an IME or not to obtain an IME?

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -0500

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Ian Haberstro.

Episode 52: 2021 Year in Review - A Look Back to Look Ahead

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode, host Christian Sison looks back at the changes in his defense practice in 2021 as well as a look ahead to the "headline events" in New York workers' compensation for 2022.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Episode 51: The Significance of Evidence

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Vandana Saunders.

Episode 50: Ex Parte Communications

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Joseph Melchionne.

Episode 49: Back to Work!

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 21 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400

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!

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Ian Haberstro.

Episode 48: What Does a Claimant Need to Prove Compensability for COVID-19?

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Tim Kane.

Episode 47: Point/Counterpoint: The New York Medical Treatment Guidelines

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0500

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!

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Declan Gourley.

Episode 46: Appellate Division Review: Policarpio v Rally Restoration Corp.

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 14:30:00 -0500

It’s the last Third Friday podcast of the year, and host Christian Sison welcomes Addison O’Donnell 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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Addison O’Donnell.

Episode 45: Health Insurance Matching Program

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0500

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Christopher Major.

Episode 44: Claim Investigation Strategy

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400

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!

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Episode 43: The Erosion of Labor Market Attachment

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Addison O’Donnell.

Episode 42: Mock Trial Trivia!

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 08:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Christopher Major.

Episode 41: The Future is Now

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 06:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guests: Connor Wetherington, Steve McLinden, and Vandana Saunders.

Episode 40: Back on Track

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0400

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

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.

Episode 39: More Coronavirus Impact on Workers' Compensation Claim Litigation

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 22 May 2020 14:00:00 -0400

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!

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guests: Adam Lowenstein and Jeremy Janis.

Episode 38: COVID-19 and New York Workers' Compensation Claims

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 06:00:00 -0400

Host Christian Sison is joined by Tashia Rasul to discuss practical aspects of handling COVID-19 claims before the New York Workers' Compensation Board.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.

Episode 37: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and New York Workers' Compensation

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 07:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Andrea Abudayeh.

Episode 36: Appellate Strategy: Review of Recent Decisions

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 21 Feb 2020 06:00:00 -0500

Attorney Declan Gourley joins Christian Sison for an in-depth discussion of appellate strategy in New York, by discussing reversals of interest to employers.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Declan Gourley.

Episode 35: New York's No Fault Law and Workers' Compensation Loss Transfer

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 17 Jan 2020 06:00:00 -0500

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Christopher Major.

Episode 34: Reimbursement and Subrogation in New York Workers' Compensation Cases

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 20 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0500

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!

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Christopher Major.

Episode 33: Risk Transfer in New York Workers' Compensation

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 06:00:00 -0500

Christian Sison is joined by Christopher Major to discuss risk transfer opportunities in New York workers' compensation cases.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Christopher Major.

Episode 32: Scheduled Loss of Use in New York Update

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 06:00:00 -0400

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 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

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Episode 31: Attorney Development Programs

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 20 Sep 2019 06:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guests: Christopher Major and Joseph Melchionne.

Episode 30: Defending Mental Stress Claims in New York

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 06:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Declan Gourley.

Episode 29: Appellate Practice in New York Workers' Compensation Cases

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 06:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guests: Eric Kuperman and John McGorty.

Episode 28: The Going-and-Coming Rule: Recent Case Developments

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 21 Jun 2019 06:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Episode 27: The Expedited Hearing in New York Cases

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 17 May 2019 08:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Greg Lois.

Episode 26: Defending Complex Employment Claims Involving Independent Contractors and Lent Employees

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 19 Apr 2019 07:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Greg Lois.

Episode 25: Defending Construction Dual Jurisdiction Claims From Day One

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 08:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.

Episode 24: Board Panel Appeals Notes from the Field in New York

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 15 Feb 2019 06:00:00 -0500

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.

Episode 23: Medicare Set Asides

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 07:00:00 -0500

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Declan Gourley.

Episode 22: LWEC Plus SLU: Evaluating Exposure in New York Workers' Compensation Cases

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 07:00:00 -0500

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Andrea Abudayeh.

Episode 21: Tactical and Practical Use of Independent Medical Exams in New York

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 19 Oct 2018 08:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Joseph Melchionne.

Episode 20: Investigating Date of Contracture in New York

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 21 Sep 2018 07:15:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Tim Kane.

Episode 19: Review of Appeals in New York Workers' Compensation Cases

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 15:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.

Episode 18: The Impact of the Taher v. Yiota Taxis Decision

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 20 Jul 2018 06:00:00 -0400

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?

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Andrea Abudayeh.

Episode 17: Winning Trials Involving Lunchtime Accident - #DFD1

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 15 Jun 2018 05:00:00 -0400

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Joseph Melchionne.

Episode 16: Defend From Day One

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 18 May 2018 06:00:00 -0400

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.

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Episode 15: State of the Virtual Hearing

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 20 Apr 2018 05:00:00 -0400

"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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Declan Gourley.

Episode 13: Defending Specific Accident Claims

Lois Law Firm — Fri, 16 Feb 2018 06:00:00 -0500

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.

What is “Third Fridays”?

The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.

Special Guest: Tashia Rasul.