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Martin Law Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Super Lawyers List!

Congratulations to Our 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars! We’re proud to announce that 12 of our attorneys — including partners and associates — have... Read more
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Jenna King, Esq. Concludes Her Term as Chair of the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Workers’ Compensation Section

The attorneys and staff at Martin Law would like to congratulate Jenna King, Esq. for her distinguished service as she concludes her term as Chair... Read more
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Martin Law Partner Amit Shah, Esq. Inducted as a Fellow of the College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers in the Class of 2026

We’re proud to share that Amit Shah, Esq., Partner at Martin Law, has been inducted as a Fellow of the College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers (CWCL).... Read more
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Martin Law Partner Amit Shah, Esq. Receives the 2026 Martha Hampton Award!

We’re proud to share that Amit Shah, Esq., Partner at Martin Law, was named the 2026 Martha Hampton Award recipient and recognized on April 9th, 2026.... Read more
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Martin Law Attorneys Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 Edition & The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America (2026 Edition)

We’re proud to announce that 11 of our attorneys have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® (2026 Edition), and one attorney has been... Read more
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George Martin, Esq. (Retired), the founder of Martin Law, has been inducted into the Legends of Justice Hall of Fame

We’re proud to announce that George Martin, Esq., the founder of Martin Law, has been inducted into the Legends of Justice Hall of Fame. Pro-Labor... Read more
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George Martin re-appointed as Chairman of the West Vincent Township’s Planning Commission

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(Philadelphia) – Martin Law founding partner George Martin was recently to a three year term on the Planning Commission of West Vincent Township in Chester County. The Planning Commission is a seven-member board that is charged with overseeing the Township’s orderly and sensitive growth. Mr. Martin is the Chairman of the Commission. George Martin is… Read more

Law Changes and Updates

Vote No on House Bill 1800 – Keep The Best Care For Your Work Injury

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Your workers’ compensation rights are under attack! The Pennsylvania Legislature will be conducting hearings on House Bill 1800 that would eliminate your doctor’s right to provide the best care for your work injury. This bill will allow for the creation of medical panels that would determine what care is necessary for injuries, as opposed to… Read more

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What are OSHA’s ladder safety rules?

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Like many people in Pennsylvania, the regular use of a ladder may be part of your normal experiences at your job. Even if you use ladders every day and are very comfortable doing so, you must be very aware of what federal safety laws are in place regarding ladder use. These are important for your… Read more

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Man’s widow still awaiting workers’ compensation payments

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In any employment situation, both the employee and the employer have obligations to each other. One obligation that Pennsylvania employees and their family members should be able to count on is proper help after a workplace injury or illness occurs. This can often come in the form of workers’ compensation benefits and is something that… Read more

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A look at construction’s fatal four

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For construction workers in Pennsylvania, safety risks are everywhere. Injuries can happen from a ladder fall, a scaffolding fall, a machinery accident or something else. The level of danger associated with a construction site accident does also put many employees at risk of being involved in a fatal accident. According to the Occupational Safety Health… Read more

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What Evidence is Required for a Disability Claim in Pennsylvania?

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Qualifying for Supplemental Security Income is the first step in a process for living the life you deserve when you have a disability and haven’t been able to meet the work requirements to qualify for Social Security Disability. As we discussed in a previous blog post, if you qualify for SSI in Pennsylvania, you also… Read more

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Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income Eligibility in Pennsylvania

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When you apply for Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income in Pennsylvania, you might also be eligible for Medicaid coverage. Pennsylvania is one of the states that has an agreement known as the 1634 agreement regarding Medicaid eligibility when a person qualifies for federally administered state supplementary payments. In most cases, if you qualify… Read more

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Employee killed when truck backs into pole

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Pennsylvania employees in any line of work should be mindful of safety protocol and potential hazards. People who work in more dangerous jobs or around heavy equipment including trucks have even more reason for this diligence. An industrial accident can happen at any time and swiftly cause a serious workplace injury or even claim the… Read more

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When A Workplace Injury Is A Matter Of Life And Death

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All workers’ compensation claims are important. The majority involve situations where an injury has resulted in a temporary disability or may require a change in profession to enable an injured worker to return to the workforce. Unfortunately, some workers’ compensation claims involve the death of a worker. This leaves families uncertain of whom they can… Read more

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Disability Onset Date When Filing for Disability in Pennsylvania

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People filing for Social Security disability often come across the term “disability onset date.” This date is included on some of the forms and letters that you will get once you have applied for disability. In the simplest terms, the disability onset date is the date on which you first became unable to work. This… Read more