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John J. O’Donnell, Esq.

John discovered his interest in law at West Chester University in his undergraduate Business Law classes. After graduation, he decided to go to Widener University School of Law for his JD. John decided to become a litigator and Workers’ Compensation attorney because he likes to be busy and help people. He chose to work at… Read more

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Mark Davis, Esq.

Mark Davis was drawn to law because he had a strong desire to help people in need. He also wanted to contribute in a positive way to communities and society at large. So, practicing disability law was a natural fit as it provides an opportunity to assist some of the most deserving in our communities…. Read more

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SSD and SSI Payments to Increase in 2015

At the end of October 2014 the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a cost-of-living (COLA) adjustment for recipients of Social Security Disability benefits for 2015. The increase, which also applies to recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Monthly benefits will increase by 1.7 percent beginning on December 31, 2014. The increase means that the average… Read more

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What is a Continuing Disability Review?

If you currently receive Social Security disability (SSD) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, you need to understand that there is no such thing as permanent disability guaranteeing future payment of benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will periodically review your case to see if your disabling medical impairments ended or improved, and if you… Read more

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Bermudez-Harris Named Co-Chair of SSD Committee

Martin law attorney Maria Bermudez-Harris was appointed as Co-Chair of the 2014 Social Security Disability Committee for the Philadelphia Bar Association by the 2014 Chancellor, William Fedulo, Esq. The committee is already off to a strong start as they host their first committee meeting. Maria and her co-chair, David Chermol will honor outgoing co-chairs, Sanjuanita… Read more

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All Five Partners Make Super Lawyers List

More workers’ comp claimants’ attorneys listed than any other firm in the state At Martin Law we strive to give every client the best possible representation available during their workers’ compensation or Social Security Disability claims. This year’s Super Lawyers list acknowledges the hard work that our attorneys do for every case. For the 4th… Read more

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Attorney Harris “Writing” Article Published

Attorney Maria E. Harris, recently had an article published in The Legal Intelligencer. The article, “The Significance of Writing in the Legal Setting” was published in the “Young Lawyers Supplement” to The Legal Intelligencer on Tuesday, January 22. In the article, Maria talks about being an attorney annd why the ability to write, proficiently, is… Read more

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Martin Law Attorneys Excel on 2012 Super Lawyers List

Martin Law once again has a dominating presence on the 2012 Super Lawyers® List. For the 3rd consecutive year all six of our partners are listed as Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, including four partners on the Top 100 in Philadelphia. Also, Martin Law attorneys represent half of the workers’ comp attorneys listed on the Top 100… Read more

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Medicare Part B Premiums lower than projected for 2012

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that Medicare Part B Premiums will be lower than projected. The Part B premiums will have a 3.6% increase to coincide with the COLA increase previously decided earlier in the year. For 2012 the Medicare Part B Premium will be $99.90 and the Part B deductible… Read more

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New Attorney Maria Harris Candidate for YLD Executive Committee

Maria E. Harris is the firm’s newest associate, focusing her practice on Social Security Disability and Long-Term Disability. Ms. Harris is a member of the Young Lawyers Division of the Philadelphia Bar Association and is currently running as a candidate for election to the Executive Committee. She is one of nine candidates that are seeking seven positions… Read more