What is a Consultative Examination? A Consultative Examination is a medical examination required by Social Security (SSA) in many disability cases. This examination is scheduled by SSA if they determine that more information about a Claimant’s medical conditions is...
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Our Lawyers Are Using Communications Technology
During the COVID 19 shutdown, our lawyers are using communications technology to provide continuous, uninterrupted representation for our clients. Although this strange time has affected the physical operations of the firm, we have truly realized that in this day and...
What injury risks do custodial workers face?
Most businesses rely on janitors and other cleaners to ensure that their workplaces stay orderly and safe. However, these jobs can come with their own hazards, and employees need to be aware of these risks. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that custodial...
Social Security – Phone Hearings: Now What?
I received my hearing notice and it says that my hearing has been scheduled by phone. Do I have to do a phone hearing? No. You do not have to agree to a phone hearing. If you object to a phone hearing and the Office of Hearings Operations has not yet re-opened for...
Social Security Hearings During the Pandemic
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Social Security disability hearing offices are closed to the public, so there can be no face-to-face hearings in cases on appeal. The Office of Hearing Operations has offered to hold telephone hearings instead. I have now participated...
Are delivery drivers eligible for workers’ compensation benefits?
Delivery drivers often rush to meet quotas. By hitting their goal and pleasing customers, they may put their own safety at risk. Injuries caused by an auto accident or a lifting mistake can keep drivers off the job. If you’re a delivery driver, you may wonder if...
3 things to learn about wrongful death claims from Bryant tragedy
The death of basketball superstar Kobe Bryant, his daughter and other passengers in a recent helicopter crash was tragic. Shortly after the accident, Kobe Bryant’s widow filed a wrongful death claim against the helicopter company. Just last week, other families who...
Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation and COVID-19
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Pennsylvania workers’ compensation continues to function and cases are proceeding by way of telephonic settlements, hearings and mediations. At the present time, telephonic hearings are anticipated to last through the end of April. ...
The dangers of driving with a cracked windshield
Spring is a popular season in Pennsylvania. And while many drivers prefer it over winter, it still comes with many risks. If you've only lived here a few years or your entire life, you know that Pennsylvania gets its fair share of severe weather conditions this time...
Jesse Rhodeside Earns Workers’ Compensation Law Specialty Certification
Harrisburg, PA (April 21, 2020) - Jesse M. Rhodeside of & Associates in Harrisburg has been certified as a specialist in the practice of workers' compensation law by the Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA)...
