November 13, 2024 | News
In big news for injured workers in Pennsylvania, Governor Shapiro recently signed Act 126 of 2024 into law, bringing workers’ compensation payments into the 21st century. This means faster and more convenient access to your benefits through direct deposit. What Does this Mean for You?… read more
November 7, 2024 | News
All awards, recognition and accolades are not equal. When a national peer-reviewed organization selects a law firm for inclusion as one of the best in Pennsylvania, that’s a meaningful accomplishment. Marzzacco Niven & Associates is pleased to announce that we’ve been named one of 2025’s Best Law… read more
November 5, 2024 | Car Accidents
A T-bone car accident is a type of crash where the front of one vehicle hits the side of another, forming a “T” shape. These accidents happen often and can cause severe injuries. Knowing about these injuries is essential so that anyone involved can get… read more
October 29, 2024 | Workers’ Compensation
A workers’ compensation injury is an injury that you suffer at your workplace. Most of the time, the workers’ compensation system will reimburse you for your medical expenses and a portion of your lost income arising from a workplace accident. It doesn’t matter whose fault… read more
October 23, 2024 | Birth Injury
Few things are more frightening to parents than when their child sustains an injury. No matter how old your child is, a significant injury can be a heart-stopping event, but perhaps the worst-case scenario is an injury that occurs during childbirth. As many as 33%… read more
October 21, 2024 | Workers’ Compensation
Generally speaking, workers’ compensation is a no-fault system. Not only are you relieved of the obligation to prove that your employer was at fault, but you can often collect compensation even if the accident was your fault. This is not always the case, however. Drunkenness… read more
October 17, 2024 | News
On October 16th, Attorney Jordan Marzzacco of Marzzacco Niven & Associates, participated in a continuing legal education seminar for the Pennsylvania Association of Justice (“PAJ”), Pennsylvania’s legal association for plaintiffs’ and claimants’ lawyers. The program was titled, “Nuts & Bolts of a Motor Vehicle Crash… read more
October 4, 2024 | Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ compensation is usually required for all employers in Pennsylvania with one or more employees. Most employers purchase workers’ compensation insurance coverage to satisfy the requirement. However, state law allows employers to apply for self-insurance status. An injured worker is generally entitled to workers’ compensation… read more
September 30, 2024 | Dog Bites
If you’ve ever been chased by an aggressive dog or had squirrels move into your attic, you know how important animal control is. Pennsylvania law even requires state residents to report dog bites as a public health matter. Reporting an attack gives authorities a chance… read more
September 27, 2024 | Workers’ Compensation
Imagine this scenario: You suffer a work-related injury, such as a sprained back or a broken ankle, that requires you to spend time in the hospital and recuperate at home. Fortunately, workers’ compensation awards medical expenses, along with wage replacement benefits that equal most of… read more