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  • Episode 236: Construction Claims: Preparing for the Loss

    In this episode, "Construction Claims: Preparing for the Loss," Tashia Rasul leads a discussion and answers questions about assembling a team of risk professionals to collaborate when a new construction project is contemplated. This team, assembled before any construction losses occur, can include the project owner, safety organization, investigators, on-site medical staff , insurance broker, third-party administrator, and any contractors present.

    Tashia discusses the following:
    • Assembling a team of risk professionals who will "swing into action" once a catastrophic loss occurs.
    • Who should be on the team.
    • Getting the team together, running a drill.
    • How to attend these webinars live and ask questions

      Join us for our monthly webinars on New York workers’ compensation law.

      • Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar
      • Schedules and Information

        Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by the Firm.

        Disclaimer

        This webinar is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author.

        Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois, the presenter in the video/podcast, or LOIS LAW FIRM LLC and any person. You should not send any confidential information to this web site until after you have entered into a written agreement for the performance of legal services.

        21 min
      • Episode 235: Jurisdictional Defense: Definition of Employee

        In this episode, Greg Lois provides an overview, and answers questions, about defending non-employment claims in New Jersey.

        Greg discusses the following:
        • Recent case law developments defining “Who is an Employee” under New Jersey’s Workers’ Compensation Law.
        • When and how to raise the non-employment defense.
        • Practical aspects of defending non-employment claims, including a discussion of the proofs needed at trial.
        • How to attend these webinars live and ask questions

          Join us for our monthly webinars on New York workers’ compensation law.

          • Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar
          • Schedules and Information

            Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by the Firm.

            Disclaimer

            This webinar is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author.

            Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois, the presenter in the video/podcast, or LOIS LAW FIRM LLC and any person. You should not send any confidential information to this web site until after you have entered into a written agreement for the performance of legal services.

            20 min
          • Episode 234: Case Law Update on Employee Status, New York Workers’ Compensation

            Greg Lois leads a discussion on recent case law decisions touching on employee status in regards to workers’ compensation claims in New York.

            Greg Discusses
            • Recent case law decisions on employee status that answer the question, “Is the Claimant My Employee?”
            • Tactical and strategic considerations in challenging employment
            • Consistent issues regarding employment status, including independent contractor status, in New York workers’ compensation cases.
            • How to attend these webinars live and ask questions

              Join us for our monthly webinars on New York workers’ compensation law.

              • Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar
              • Schedules and Information

                Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by the Firm.

                Disclaimer

                This webinar is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author.

                Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois, the presenter in the video/podcast, or LOIS LAW FIRM LLC and any person. You should not send any confidential information to this web site until after you have entered into a written agreement for the performance of legal services.

                29 min
              • Episode 233: A Deeper Look at Liens, Subrogation, and Offset Rights Under Section 40 in New Jersey

                We lead a conversation about the practical approaches to recovery under New Jersey’s Section 40.

                We discuss the following:
                • What are the rights of the workers’ compensation carrier under Section 40 to the proceeds of a third-party lawsuit?
                • In New Jersey, what happens when the parties to the civil action do not obtain consent to settlement.
                • How recent case decisions will impact the practice in 2022.
                • How to attend these webinars live and ask questions

                  Join us for our monthly webinars on New York workers’ compensation law.

                  • Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar
                  • Schedules and Information

                    Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by the Firm.

                    Disclaimer

                    This webinar is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author.

                    Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois, the presenter in the video/podcast, or LOIS LAW FIRM LLC and any person. You should not send any confidential information to this web site until after you have entered into a written agreement for the performance of legal services.

                    29 min
                  • Episode 232: Wrap-Ups: Risk Reduction Schemes that Complicate Case Handling

                    In this episode, “Risk Transfer Schemes that Complicate Case Handling," Tashia Rasul, partner at Lois Law Firm, will discuss the various ways that construction project risk transfer plans can result in convoluted case handling. Tashia will explain the nuances of "wrap up" insurance plans and how the subrogation and reimbursement rights of the parties can be affected.

                    Tashia Discusses the Importance of Understanding Wrap-up Policies: OCIPS & CCIPs
                    • Anatomy
                    • Benefits
                    • Coverage Issues
                    • Unique Defenses & Issues
                    • Administration
                    • Important Documents
                    • How to attend these webinars live and ask questions

                      Join us for our monthly webinars on New York workers’ compensation law.

                      • Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar
                      • Schedules and Information

                        Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by the Firm.

                        Disclaimer

                        This webinar is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author.

                        Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois, the presenter in the video/podcast, or LOIS LAW FIRM LLC and any person. You should not send any confidential information to this web site until after you have entered into a written agreement for the performance of legal services.

                        29 min
                      • Episode 231: The Second Injury Fund

                        In this episode, "The Second Injury Fund in New Jersey," Greg Lois explains how the Second Injury Fund in New Jersey works and how obtaining contribution from the Fund reduces exposure in total disability cases.

                        Topics Greg discusses:
                        • What is the Second Injury Fund
                        • How the Second Injury Fund Impacts Exposure
                        • Examples, Examples, Examples!
                        • Practical Advice and Takeaways
                        • How to attend these webinars live and ask questions

                          Join us for our monthly webinars on New York workers’ compensation law.

                          • Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar
                          • Schedules and Information

                            Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by the Firm.

                            Disclaimer

                            This webinar is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author.

                            Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois, the presenter in the video/podcast, or LOIS LAW FIRM LLC and any person. You should not send any confidential information to this web site until after you have entered into a written agreement for the performance of legal services.

                            22 min
                          • Episode 230: Fraud Update: New York Workers' Compensation

                            In this episode, "Fraud Update: New York Workers’ Compensation," Greg Lois leads a presentation and discussion on the impact of claim fraud on workers’ compensation in New York.

                            Greg discusses the following:
                            • Recent case law decisions on fraud
                            • Tactical and strategic considerations in raising fraud
                            • Red flags for fraud in New York workers’ compensation cases
                            • This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on March 21, 2022.

                              How to attend these webinars live and ask questions

                              Join us for our monthly webinars on New York workers’ compensation law.

                              • Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar
                              • Schedules and Information

                                Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by the Firm.

                                Disclaimer

                                This webinar is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author.

                                Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois, the presenter in the video/podcast, or LOIS LAW FIRM LLC and any person. You should not send any confidential information to this web site until after you have entered into a written agreement for the performance of legal services.

                                35 min
                              • Episode 229: Workers' Compensation Exclusivity in NY/NJ - Exceptions and Recovery Rights
                                We discuss the following:
                                • What is Workers' Compensation Exclusivity?
                                • New York Workers' Compenstaion Law Section 11
                                • Exceptions written into Section 11
                                • The "Laidlow Claim"
                                • What about Section 29/Section 40?
                                • This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on March 14, 2022.

                                  How to attend these webinars live and ask questions

                                  Join us for our monthly webinars on New York workers’ compensation law.

                                  • Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar
                                  • Schedules and Information

                                    Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by the Firm.

                                    Disclaimer

                                    This webinar is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author.

                                    Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois, the presenter in the video/podcast, or LOIS LAW FIRM LLC and any person. You should not send any confidential information to this web site until after you have entered into a written agreement for the performance of legal services.

                                    18 min
                                  • Episode 228: New York Workers’ Compensation Highlights for the Construction Claims Professionals

                                    Led by Tashia Rasul, partner at Lois Law Firm, the Construction Litigation Webinar Series is a monthly discussion of recent case law developments and best practices for handling construction accident claims in New York.

                                    Some of the topics that Tashia discusses:
                                    • Timeline of a workers' compensation claim
                                    • How a workers' compensation claim impacts a general liability claim
                                    • Workers' compensation milestones
                                    • This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on March 7, 2022.

                                      How to attend these webinars live and ask questions

                                      Join us for our monthly webinars on New York workers’ compensation law.

                                      • Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar
                                      • Schedules and Information

                                        Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by the Firm.

                                        Disclaimer

                                        This webinar is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author.

                                        Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois, the presenter in the video/podcast, or LOIS LAW FIRM LLC and any person. You should not send any confidential information to this web site until after you have entered into a written agreement for the performance of legal services.

                                        43 min
                                      • Episode 227: Appeals and Reopeners in New Jersey Workers’ Compensation

                                        Attorney Greg Lois leads a discussion on appeals (very quickly) and reopeners (most of the presentation). This presentation focuses on the practical approach to bringing reopener cases to closure (or avoiding them altogether!)

                                        Greg discusses the following:
                                        • When to appeal decisions of New Jersey Workers’ Compensation trial courts.
                                        • Strategic and tactical impact of appeal on New Jersey workers’ compensation claims.
                                        • Overview of Application for Review or Modification of Formal Award claims (“ReOpeners”).
                                        • Practical ways to bring reopener claims to closure.
                                        • This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on February 28, 2022.

                                          How to attend these webinars live and ask questions

                                          Join us for our monthly webinars on New York workers’ compensation law.

                                          • Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar
                                          • Schedules and Information

                                            Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by the Firm.

                                            Disclaimer

                                            This webinar is not legal advice! The materials presented by this webinar/podcast and any affiliated website are for informational purposes only and are not offered as legal advice as to any particular matter. No viewer/listener/reader should act on the basis of these materials without seeking appropriate professional advice as to the particular facts and applicable law involved. The materials are not represented to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. Opinions presented by this video/podcast are the opinions of the author.

                                            Neither the use of this web site nor the transfer of information to or from this web site shall create or constitute an attorney-client relationship between Greg Lois, the presenter in the video/podcast, or LOIS LAW FIRM LLC and any person. You should not send any confidential information to this web site until after you have entered into a written agreement for the performance of legal services.

                                            24 min

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