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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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Is Your Employer Really Looking Out For You After Your Injury?

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When a worker is injured on-the-job, notifying his or her employer is an important part of the process for filing a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. So, the process is simple: Notify employer of your injury Your employer will make sure you get the benefits and treatment you need Not so fast. Back up a… Read more

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How do SSDI and SSI differ?

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If you become disabled to the point that you cannot work, you will want to understand your options for obtaining income. This can happen due to a work-related injury, workplace accident or a situation not related to your job at all. As a Pennsylvania resident, you should be educated about two of the common options… Read more

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Construction worker dies in collapsed trench

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People who work in the construction industry in Pennsylvania know that there are many inherent dangers on their job sites. Many a construction site accident has taken place that involves things like a ladder fall, a machinery accident, a scaffolding fall and more. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration does publish guidelines and rules that… Read more

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What OSHA requires for scaffolding safety

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If you are among the many Pennsylvania residents who work in construction jobs or other roles that routinely feature the use of scaffolding, you know that that you face serious risks every day. Many workers’ injuries and fatal accidents happen from scaffold falls. Because of the inherent dangers, theOccupational Health and Safety Administration has developed… Read more

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Understanding illnesses in the workplace

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Pennsylvania residents know that the government maintains regulations for on-the-job safety. While certainly guarding against a work-related accident is important, these regulations are also designed to help prevent or lower the risk of an occupational illness. From a completely physical condition to a mental illness like depression, a workplace illness can have long-term effects on… Read more

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Federal benefits are only received by some qualifying children

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Children with certain mental health conditions who have a family situation that meets specific criteria can qualify for Supplemental Security Income and other federal benefits. A study that has been released notes that many children who are likely eligible for these benefits and who fall into the low-income category aren’t getting the benefits. The report… Read more

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Can the Workers’ Compensation Bureau Conduct Surveillance on You?

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  When you apply for workers’ compensation, you need to accurately report your injuries and provide documentation as requested. The Workers’ Compensation Bureau (WCB), rightfully, wants to be sure that it is paying benefits only to those who are actually hurt, not anyone looking to take advantage of the system. To this end, the WCB… Read more

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What are Social Security work credits?

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We have covered a variety of aspects regarding filing for Social Security Disability. We have previously discussed the fact that you have to have a qualifying disability. You also have to have a suitable work history. If you recall, SSD is a different program than Supplemental Security Income, which doesn’t require you to have a… Read more

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Learn About Social Security Benefits

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Having to apply for benefits through the Social Security Agency is something that many people hope they will never have to do. If the time comes when you need to apply for benefits, there are several decisions that you have to decide. The first of these will be which program you should apply under. In… Read more