A Different Analysis: Subsequent to a work injury, some employers have light duty that is available for an injured worker to perform. If the employer offers the injured worker a light duty job that the injured worker declines in some manner to perform, a modification or suspension petition is typically filed by the workers’ compensation […]
Read MoreWhat you need to Know! Often one of the initial questions we receive from a client is whether they have to receive treatment from the employer’s doctor following a work accident. The easy answer is…it depends. Section 306(f.1)(1)(i) of the Pennsylvania Worker’s Compensation Act provides that the employer must provide to the employee a clearly […]
Read MorePearson Koutcher Law is proud to announce that partners Eric Pearson and Jonathan Koutcher have been selected as 2013 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers. For the third year in a row, Eric and Jon have been recognized as outstanding workers’ compensation lawyers who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process is […]
Read MoreThe Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act only applies to the employees of an employer. The injured worker has the burden of proof to establish that an employment relationship existed at the time of the accident. The determination regarding the existence of an employer-employee relationship is a question of law determined on the unique facts of each case. Although […]
Read MoreCongratulations Eric Pearson and Jonathan Koutcher for being recognized by their peers as AV Preeminent! Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings provide a compelling and comprehensive view of a lawyer by probing his or her peers to rate the lawyer’s legal ability and professional ethics. AV Preeminent is a noteworthy rating accomplishment and serves as a testament […]
Read MorePhiladelphia Workers’ Compensation attorney Jonathan B. Koutcher of Pearson Koutcher Law recently won a decision from a Workers’ Compensation Judge concerning the bonus received by employee and increased the average weekly wage and corresponding weekly compensation rate. The situation was somewhat unique and represented an area of the law not yet reported by higher courts. […]
Read MoreThank you to the members of The International Union of The Operating Engineers Local 835 for highlighting Pearson Koutcher Law on your website. “We are proud to be invited into the Local 835 community and look forward to the opportunity to continue to develop a solid and trusting relationship with all members of IUOE!” said Mr. […]
Read MoreDid you know that about 150,000 people, or a little over 40-percent of Pennsylvanians who get workers comp or unemployment benefits, get them through debit cards? However, according to State Treasurer Rob McCord, users are being hit with excessive fees. An “example of ours was people were being charged even for not using the card […]
Read MoreSaturday, June 29th, the Philadelphia Work Accident Attorneys, Jonathan Koutcher and Eric Pearson, spoke at SEIU Local 32BJ to discuss Workers’ Compensation topics and issues relative to their members. “We really appreciate the opportunity to develop a solid and trusting relationship with the members of 32BJ. We are honored to be invited to speak at […]
Read MoreSometimes the most important element in a Workers’ Compensation claim, providing timely notice to the employer after the work accident and the resultant injury, is often the most overlooked. Providing notice is critical to a successful claim. Unfortunately, many injured workers do not notify their employer of an injury that occurs at work, or when […]
Read MoreFor chronic pain sufferers, narcotic pain medication is often prescribed. Pain management is a controversial yet growing field in medicine. Prescribing controlled substances appropriately is often met with challenges: manipulation of drug abusers and physicians over prescribing narcotics is balanced by a misunderstanding of the public towards narcotics and the individual suffering in chronic pain. […]
Read MoreOn January 18, 2013, attorney Eric B. Pearson, partner at Philadelphia work injury law firm, Pearson Koutcher Law, spoke at the SEIU local 32BJ meeting to discuss workers’ compensation topics and issues relative to their members. Mr. Pearson will be participating in steward training sessions, helping the stewards to understand some of the important requirements […]
Read MoreThe Pennsylvania Workers Compensation system is essentially set up to be a wage loss substitute for people injured at work. Disability is synonymous with a loss of earning power. Terms such as total disability and partial disability clarify the status of the injured worker; these terms have nothing to do with the seriousness or permanency […]
Read MoreAs we look back on 2012, Eric and I are so grateful to those who have supported our endeavors. In 2011, Eric and I decided to start our own law firm, which we called Pearson Koutcher Law, with the singular focus of representing individuals injured involved in some type of work related accident. Our goals […]
Read MoreAfter a work injury, some injured workers are released back to full, unrestricted duty by their treating physician or other healthcare provider. Sometimes, however, an injured worker is returned to work with restrictions. If you are returned to work with restrictions and experience a wage loss when compared to the wages you earned at the […]
Read MoreEric Pearson and Jonathan Koutcher, partners at Pearson Koutcher Law a Philadelphia Workers’ Comp law firm, were invited to speak to union members about Workers’ Compensation topics and issues affecting the union members. On November 14, 2012, Mr. Pearson and Mr. Koutcher spoke to members of The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 614, […]
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