Defending Employers
This is the audio feed from Lois Law Firm’s popular webinar training series. Every month the Firm’s attorneys present different topics in workers’ compensation. Meant as a 101 level training course, the attorneys present a fresh take on common issues in workers’ compensation defense.
Special Reports and Presentations: When emerging legal issues arise that impact employers, Lois Law Firm publishes special presentations. These special events, hosted by attorneys and presented in plain English, make the emergent changes understandable for business owners, insurance carriers, and other attorneys.
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 28 minutes
- Episodes
- 359
- Years Active
- 2015 - 2025
Episode 319: Workers' Compensation vs. PIP: The Interplay Between Comp and No-Fault in New York and New Jersey
In both New York and New Jersey, workers’ compensation is deemed primary to no-fault benefits, such that the carrier is expected to pay for medical treatment and indemnity in a work-related motor veh…
Episode 318: Pleadings and Discovery: Essential Steps of Litigating New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Law
Pleadings and discovery are the essential steps of any litigation process, and New Jersey workers’ compensation law is no exception. In this episode “Pleadings and Discovery,” Greg Lois will help you…
Episode 317: Critical Medical Considerations Within the Realm of New York Workers’ Compensation
In this episode, Greg Lois focuses on critical medical considerations within the realm of workers’ compensation. Whether you’re an attorney, claims adjuster, or employer, this course equips you with …
Episode 316: What Happens When the Employer is Sued Civilly?
While the workers’ compensation employer and carrier are generally immune from suit for work-related injuries in both New York (Sections 11 and 29(6)) and New Jersey (NJSA 34:15-8), sometimes the ins…
Episode 315: The Fascinating World of New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Defense Strategies
This episode "Case Foundations: ," Greg Lois dives into the fascinating world of New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Defense Strategies and will explore the ins and outs of defending claims in the conte…
Episode 314: Critical Decisions and Procedural Aspects of New York Workers’ Compensation
In this episode, Greg Lois delves into the intricate world of Workers’ Compensation, focusing on critical decisions and procedural aspects. Whether you’re an attorney, claims adjuster, or employer, t…
Episode 313: 2023 Year in Review of New York Workers’ Compensation Case Law
In this episode, “2023 Year in Review of New York Workers’ Compensation Case Law,” Greg Lois looks back to review and explain important case-law decisions, regulatory changes, and statutory updates t…
Episode 312: 2023 Changes in the Law Affecting Subrogation
In this episode, “2023 Changes in the Law Affecting Subrogation,” we look back on trial and appellate decisions published over the year of 2023 and how those decisions impact the carrier’s rights und…
Episode 311: Ethical Considerations for Defense Counsel in a New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Case
In this episode “Ethical Considerations for Defense Counsel in a New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Case,” Greg Lois focuses on the ethical issues for respondent’s counsel in a New Jersey Workers’ Comp…
Episode 310: Ethical Considerations for Defense Counsel in a New York Workers’ Compensation Case
In this episode, “Ethical Considerations for Defense Counsel in a New York Workers’ Compensation Case,” Greg Lois focuses on the ethical issues for defense counsel in a New York Workers’ Compensation…
Episode 309: The Concept of “Extra-Comp” Exposure and How to Fight It
The employee files a workers’ compensation claim and, assuming they prove their case, we pay medical and/or indemnity. Seems straightforward enough. Recently, however, demands for various types of “r…
Episode 308: Calculating Exposure in Dual Jurisdiction Claims
In this episode, “Calculating Exposure in Dual Jurisdiction Claims,” Tashia Rasul, partner at Lois Law Firm, explains how an experienced defense litigator evaluates catastrophic construction accident…
Episode 307: New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Settlements: Second Injury Fund Contribution
Your goal is to move your New Jersey workers’ compensation case to a timely closure, but there are some commonly-overlooked issues that can complicate the final resolution or settlement. In this epis…
Episode 306: Ending Future Exposure in New York: The Release and Resignation Guide
Your goal is to move your New York workers’ compensation case to a timely closure, but there are some commonly-overlooked issues that can complicate the final resolution or settlement. In this episod…
Episode 305: The Impact of Civil Cases on Workers’ Compensation Claims: Investigation, Leverage, and the Global Defense Model
The claimant/petitioner filing a civil action is useful for more than just lien rights. Many times, discovery responses or deposition transcripts are filed in support of motions. The employer/carrier…
Episode 304: Coverage Disputes in Construction Litigation
In this episode, “Coverage Disputes in Construction Litigation,” Tashia Rasul, partner at Lois Law Firm, leads a discussion and answers questions about litigating policy disputes in construction acci…
Episode 303: Common Pitfalls to Avoid in New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Settlements: Medicare as Secondary Payer
Your goal is to move your New Jersey workers’ compensation case to a timely closure, but there are some commonly-overlooked issues that can complicate the final resolution or settlement. In this epis…
Episode 302: Closing Cases in New York When Aggregate Trust Fund Deposit is Required: How to Calculate and Handle
Your goal is to move your New York workers’ compensation case to a timely closure, but there are some commonly-overlooked issues that can complicate the final resolution or settlement. In this episod…
Episode 301: Global Settlements in Multijurisdictional Construction Claims
In this episode, “Global Settlements in Multijurisdictional Construction Claims,” Tashia Rasul, partner at Lois Law Firm, explores the advantages of resolving the general liability and workers’ compe…
Episode 300: Common Pitfalls to Avoid in New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Settlements: Risk Transfer
Your goal is to move your New Jersey workers’ compensation case to a timely closure, but there are some commonly-overlooked issues that can complicate the final resolution or settlement. In this epis…