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Lois Lowry
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Third Fridays
Episode 84: Where are LOIS and Workers’ Compensation going after being “On Cloud 9?”
Christian Sison welcomes the one and only Greg Lois to the Third Fridays podcast. The two discuss Lois Law Firm's progress as a company reaching its 9th Anniversary. What internal improvements are being made for the upcoming year to handle the changing industry landscape? How will artificial intelligence and advancements in medical technology impact the legal community? Happy 9th Birthday, Lois Law Firm! What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm featuring moderator Christian Sison. It is the original forum in which real atto...
2024-09-20
37 min
The Purple Koolaid Podcast
Lick It - Song by Lois Lane
This is a song I wrote and performed featuring Pit Bull the rapper back in 2003 when I was working on my then “Rap Career”.I never quite made it in the music business. But I had a lot of fun, made a little money and had the pleasure of working with many great, successful and established artists.I was even signed and paid as a writer for the late, great Isaac Hayes and went on tour with the latter version of the 2 Live Crew.During this time I was using the alias “Jill Gates” for abou...
2024-07-16
04 min
Defending Employers
Episode 234: Case Law Update on Employee Status, New York Workers’ Compensation
Greg Lois leads a discussion on recent case law decisions touching on employee status in regards to workers’ compensation claims in New York. Greg Discusses Recent case law decisions on employee status that answer the question, “Is the Claimant My Employee?” Tactical and strategic considerations in challenging employment Consistent issues regarding employment status, including independent contractor status, in New York workers’ compensation cases. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' C...
2022-04-19
28 min
Defending Employers
Episode 231: The Second Injury Fund
In this episode, "The Second Injury Fund in New Jersey," Greg Lois explains how the Second Injury Fund in New Jersey works and how obtaining contribution from the Fund reduces exposure in total disability cases. Topics Greg discusses: What is the Second Injury Fund How the Second Injury Fund Impacts Exposure Examples, Examples, Examples! Practical Advice and Takeaways How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a...
2022-03-28
21 min
Defending Employers
Episode 230: Fraud Update: New York Workers' Compensation
In this episode, "Fraud Update: New York Workers’ Compensation," Greg Lois leads a presentation and discussion on the impact of claim fraud on workers’ compensation in New York. Greg discusses the following: Recent case law decisions on fraud Tactical and strategic considerations in raising fraud Red flags for fraud in New York workers’ compensation cases This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on March 21, 2022. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Regi...
2022-03-21
34 min
Defending Employers
Episode 227: Appeals and Reopeners in New Jersey Workers’ Compensation
Attorney Greg Lois leads a discussion on appeals (very quickly) and reopeners (most of the presentation). This presentation focuses on the practical approach to bringing reopener cases to closure (or avoiding them altogether!) Greg discusses the following: When to appeal decisions of New Jersey Workers’ Compensation trial courts. Strategic and tactical impact of appeal on New Jersey workers’ compensation claims. Overview of Application for Review or Modification of Formal Award claims (“ReOpeners”). Practical ways to bring reopener claims to closure. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on February 28, 2022. How to atten...
2022-02-28
23 min
Defending Employers
Episode 223: New Jersey Workers' Compensation Law Year-in-Review & Predictions for 2022!
In this episode, Greg Lois presents his Annual "Year-In-Review" Presentation with a look ahead to what's expected to change in 2022. This year's "Year-in-Review" topics COVID-19 Presumption and impact of January 10, 2022 Executive order; New Jersey's new "Preference Law" for permanently partially disabled employees; Going & Coming Statue change (and case law that prompted the statutory change); and What happened with "Limited" In-Person hearings. Predictions for 2022 Prediction # 1: Speculation on Courts Reopening to In-person hearings? Prediction # 2: What's going to happen with Medical Provider Claims? Prediction # 3: Impact of CMS Reference Guide Changes on Set-Aside Allocations. Bonus: Impact of our...
2022-01-24
18 min
Defending Employers
Episode 219: The Importance of Risk Transfer in New York Workers' Compensation
In this episode, Greg Lois leads a discussion on reimbursement from the proceeds of third party claims as well as the carrier/employer's right to subrogate. Greg discusses the following: What rights the carrier or employer has to the proceeds of a third-party settlement pursuant to Section 29. Overview of how reimbursement is calculated. What types of cases are "red flags" for reimbursement or risk transfer. Answers to common risk transfer questions. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on December 20, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions
2021-12-20
21 min
Defending Employers
Episode 217: Evaluating Exposure in New Jersey
In this episode, Greg Lois provides an overview and answers questions about how attorneys value exposure in New Jersey cases. Greg discusses the following: WHEN should we know exposure? HOW is exposure estimated? This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on November 22, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information
2021-11-22
21 min
Defending Employers
Episode 216: Evaluating Cases for Permanency Exposure
In this episode, "Evaluating Cases for Permanency Exposure," Greg Lois leads a discussion and answers questions on evaluating claims for permanency exposure in New York. We will focus on the recent case law and practical advice on how to minimize the employer’s exposure in Loss of Wage Earning Capacity awards. Greg discusses the following: Definition of “Loss of Wage Earning Capacity,” including what classes of injuries may qualify for this type of award. Overview of how awards are calculated. The use of IMEs and Disability Duration Guidelines to challenge impairment ratings in LWEC awards. Answers to com...
2021-11-15
30 min
Defending Employers
Episode 213: Understand New Jersey's New "Preference Law"
On September 30, 2021, Governor Phil Murphy signed into law Assembly Bill A2617, which provides as follows: Following a work-related injury, an employer shall provide a hiring preference to an employee who has reached maximum medical improvement (MMI) and is unable to return to the position at which the employee was previously employed for any existing, unfilled position offered by the employer for which the employee can perform the essential functions of the position. In this episode, Greg Lois discusses the impact of this new law on New Jersey employers. This audio is from a...
2021-10-25
28 min
Defending Employers
Episode 212: Navigating Section 32 Settlements in New York
In this episode, Greg Lois and Christian Sison discuss the guidance from the Board regarding general releases in Section 32 settlements in New York Workers’ Compensation claims. In this episode, Greg & Christian talk about: What the Workers’ Compensation Law says about general releases and waivers of claims outside Workers’ Compensation; Whether General Releases are now disallowed; The impact of the new Board guidance on the releases you have already obtained; What defense counsel and risk professionals will need to do now to protect their clients. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on Octobe...
2021-10-18
24 min
Defending Employers
Episode 209: Expert Witness
Attorney Greg Lois leads a presentation and discussion on practical aspects and legal procedure for obtaining an expert opinion in a New Jersey workers' compensation claim. Greg discusses the following: Experts in General What I Look for in an Expert How to Maximize the Exam Defenses and Practical Advice This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on September 27, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Wo...
2021-09-27
32 min
Defending Employers
Episode 208: IMEs versus Record Reviews in New York
In this episode, "IMEs versus Record Reviews in New York," Greg Lois leads a discussion and answers questions on the best use of independent medical evaluations in New York. Greg discusses the following: When to get an IME in the case lifecycle. How to choose the best evaluator. How to prepare the IME physician to provide them with the tools they need to provide a useful report. How to defend your evaluator at trial. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on September 20, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and...
2021-09-20
32 min
Defending Employers
Episode 205: Defending Motions for Med & Temp in New Jersey Workers' Compensation Cases
Unless you defend Motions for Medical and Temporary Disability Benefits in New Jersey aggressively and successfully you will be exposed for higher medical costs and significant legal fees payable to Petitioner's counsel. In this episode, Greg Lois discusses best practices for defending Motions for Med & Temp and provide answers to common questions. Topics discussed An overview of what types of medical care are required under the New Jersey Workers' Compensation Act; How to reduce costs of care by directing treatment and using networks; What happens when a Petitioner is successful on a Motion for Med & temp...
2021-08-23
40 min
Defending Employers
Episode 204: Medical Treatment in New York Workers' Compensation Cases: 2021 Update
Attorney Greg Lois leads a discussion on how medical treatment is changing in the world of New York workers' compensation. In this episode, Lois discusses the "Onboard Limited Release" program, the new Medical Treatment Guidelines, medicinal marijuana in New York workers' compensation cases, and other timely topics. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout ma...
2021-08-16
26 min
Defending Employers
Episode 204: Medical Treatment in New York Workers' Compensation Cases: 2021 Update
Attorney Greg Lois leads a discussion on how medical treatment is changing in the world of New York workers' compensation. In this episode, Lois discusses the "Onboard Limited Release" program, the new Medical Treatment Guidelines, medicinal marijuana in New York workers' compensation cases, and other timely topics. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout ma...
2021-08-16
26 min
Defending Employers
Episode 201: How NOT TO Defend a Wage Reconstruction Case in New Jersey
In this episode, “How NOT to Defend a Wage Reconstruction Case in New Jersey,” Greg Lois discusses wage reconstruction in New Jersey workers’ compensation cases. Greg discusses the following: What is Wage Reconstruction? When wage reconstruction is appropriate; When you should challenge wage reconstruction; This recording is from a live webinar provided to clients on July 26, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Je...
2021-07-26
23 min
Defending Employers
Episode 200: Defenses to Temporary Disability & Update on Labor Market attachment in New York
In this episode, “Temporary Disability and Labor Market Attachment in New York,” Greg Lois provides an overview and answers questions about defenses to temporary disability and provides an update on Labor Market Attachment as a defense in New York Workers’ Compensation claims. Greg discusses the following: Waiting Period and Payor Compliance; AWW and Maximum Rate; When you can stop paying Temp; Labor Market Attachment. This recording is from a live webinar provided to clients on July 19, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New...
2021-07-19
29 min
Defending Employers
Episode 197: Off Premises Injuries in New Jersey
In this episode, "Off Premises Injuries in New Jersey," Greg Lois leads a presentation on practical and legal aspects of defending off-premises injuries in New Jersey workers’ compensation cases. Greg discusses the following: Two New Decisions Impacting New Jersey Claims Overview of Defense of Off-Premises Injuries, with a Focus on Work-From-Home Loses This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on June 28, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a Ne...
2021-06-28
21 min
Defending Employers
Episode 196: The Grey Area Rule
In this episode, "The Grey Area Rule," Greg Lois explores New York’s “Grey Area” rule regarding off-premises injuries. Greg discusses the following: How New York’s history and development impacts the application of the going-and-coming rule. Recent case law developments on off-premises injuries. Tactical and strategic considerations in defending going-and-coming accident cases in New York. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on June 21, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. ...
2021-06-21
23 min
Defending Employers
Episode 192: Construction Defense: Multijurisdictional Coordination
In this episode, "Construction Defense: Multijurisdictional Coordination," Greg Lois discusses practical and legal aspects of defending construction accident claims in New York. Greg discusses the following: How New York’s Labor Law impacts workers’ compensation claims. Tactical and strategic considerations in defending construction accident cases in New York. How to defend dual jurisdiction catastrophic construction accident cases. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on May 17, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compen...
2021-05-17
16 min
Defending Employers
Episode 189: Jurisdictional Defense: Definition of Employee
In this episode, "Jurisdictional Defense: Definition of Employee," Greg Lois provides and overview and answer questions about defending non-employment claims in New Jersey. Greg discusses the following: Recent case law developments defining "who is an employee" under New Jersey's Workers' Compensation Law. When and how to raise the non-employment defense. Practical aspects of defending non-employment claims, including a discussion of the proofs needed at trial. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on April 26, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly...
2021-04-26
26 min
Defending Employers
Episode 188: Case Law Update on Employee Status
In this episode, "Case Law Update on Employee Status," Greg Lois leads a presentation and discussion on recent case law decisions touching on employee status in regards to workers’ compensation claims in New York. Greg discusses the following: Recent case law decisions on employee status that answer the question, “Is the Claimant My Employee?” Tactical and strategic considerations in challenging employment Consistent issues regarding employment status, including independent contractor status, in New York workers’ compensation cases. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on April 19, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and...
2021-04-19
21 min
Defending Employers
Episode 185: The Second Injury Fund in New Jersey
In this episode, "The Second Injury Fund in New Jersey," Greg Lois explains how the Second Injury Fund in New Jersey works and how obtaining contribution from the Fund reduces exposure in total disability cases. Topics discussed: Overview of the Second Injury Fund, including a discussion of the types of cases where the Fund must contribute. Practical Example, including calculations of Fund contribution and impact on exposure. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on March 22, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for...
2021-03-23
22 min
Defending Employers
Episode 184: Update on Fraud in New York Workers' Compensation Cases
In this episode, "Update on Fraud in New York Workers’ Compensation Cases," Greg Lois provides and overview and answers questions about raising fraud in New York Workers’ Compensation claims. Greg talks about: What constitutes claim fraud under Section 114-a of the New York Workers’ Compensation Law; How and when to raise fraud in a litigated case; The use of surveillance video in establishing fraud; Answers to frequently-asked appeals questions. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on March 15, 2021 How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for...
2021-03-15
29 min
Defending Employers
Episode 181: Appeals and Reopeners
In this episode, "Appeals and Reopeners," Greg Lois leads a discussion about appellate strategy in New Jersey as well as the “reopener” of closed claims. Greg discusses the following: When to appeal decisions of New Jersey Workers’ Compensation trial courts. Strategic and tactical impact of appeal on New Jersey workers’ compensation claims. Overview of Application for Review or Modification of Formal Award claims (“ReOpeners”). This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on February 22, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York...
2021-02-22
31 min
Defending Employers
Episode 180: Appeals & Post-Trial Practice in New York Workers' Compensation Cases
In this episode, “Appeals & Post-Trial Practice in New York Workers’ Compensation Cases,” Greg Lois provides and overview and answers questions about appeals in New York Workers’ Compensation claims. Greg discusses the following: What kinds of decisions can be appealed; How and where to make the appeal; The tactical use of Board Panels appeals; Answers to frequently-asked appeals questions. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on February 16, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’...
2021-02-17
19 min
Misty Magdalena’s Healthy N Wealthy N Wise
Part 6 | Lois Koffi Interviews Marnie See and Bhakti Ishaya
Eric Beels is an expert in video production & podcasting, and passionate about building simple workflows for his clients. He’s also my audio guru that edits and manages my podcast! You can check out his website here: loiskoffipodcast.krtra.com/t/zngL903UbElF Use coupon code HWW100EP to get 20% off 1 month for his services. Eric Lofholm has coached thousands on sales and scripts. He worked with Tony Robbins as his mentor and has gone on to become the Zig Ziglar of his time. He is one o...
2021-02-03
39 min
Misty Magdalena’s Healthy N Wealthy N Wise
Part 5 | Lois Koffi Interviews Amy Theisen and Robert Meyer
Eric Beels is an expert in video production & podcasting, and passionate about building simple workflows for his clients. He’s also my audio guru that edits and manages my podcast! You can check out his website here: loiskoffipodcast.krtra.com/t/zngL903UbElF Use coupon code HWW100EP to get 20% off 1 month for his services. Eric Lofholm has coached thousands on sales and scripts. He worked with Tony Robbins as his mentor and has gone on to become the Zig Ziglar of his time. He is one o...
2021-02-03
27 min
Misty Magdalena’s Healthy N Wealthy N Wise
Part 4 | Lois Koffi Interviews Jamie Atkinson and Teresa Jessen
Eric Beels is an expert in video production & podcasting, and passionate about building simple workflows for his clients. He’s also my audio guru that edits and manages my podcast! You can check out his website here: loiskoffipodcast.krtra.com/t/zngL903UbElF Use coupon code HWW100EP to get 20% off 1 month for his services. Eric Lofholm has coached thousands on sales and scripts. He worked with Tony Robbins as his mentor and has gone on to become the Zig Ziglar of his time. He is one o...
2021-02-03
30 min
Lead with Lois
Welcome to Lead with Lois, Hosted by Lois Jeffers!
Welcome to the Lead with Lois Podcast! I'm your host, Lois Jeffers! I'm a lawyer turned Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Practitioner, and an Executive Leadership Coach. I know what it’s like to make a major pivot in your career and embrace leadership. In the Lead with Lois podcast, I'll teach you how to lead from within and take a multi-dimensional approach to leadership. If you are interested in revamping your career or developing inclusive leadership skills, I offer laser-focused executive coaching to get you there. Learn more about my programs at https://www.loisjeffers.com/work-with-me or book a...
2021-02-02
06 min
Misty Magdalena’s Healthy N Wealthy N Wise
Part 3 | Lois Koffi Interviews Jenny Harkleroad and Brian Kelly
Eric Beels is an expert in video production & podcasting, and passionate about building simple workflows for his clients. He’s also my audio guru that edits and manages my podcast! You can check out his website here: loiskoffipodcast.krtra.com/t/zngL903UbElF Use coupon code HWW100EP to get 20% off 1 month for his services. Eric Lofholm has coached thousands on sales and scripts. He worked with Tony Robbins as his mentor and has gone on to become the Zig Ziglar of his time. He is one o...
2021-02-02
33 min
Misty Magdalena’s Healthy N Wealthy N Wise
Part 2 | Lois Koffi Interviews Travis Sims and Amy Kaiser
Eric Beels is an expert in video production & podcasting, and passionate about building simple workflows for his clients. He’s also my audio guru that edits and manages my podcast! You can check out his website here: loiskoffipodcast.krtra.com/t/zngL903UbElF Use coupon code HWW100EP to get 20% off 1 month for his services. Eric Lofholm has coached thousands on sales and scripts. He worked with Tony Robbins as his mentor and has gone on to become the Zig Ziglar of his time. He is one o...
2021-02-02
31 min
Misty Magdalena’s Healthy N Wealthy N Wise
Part 1 | Lois Koffi Interviews Eric Beels and Eric Lofholm
Eric Beels is an expert in video production & podcasting, and passionate about building simple workflows for his clients. He’s also my audio guru that edits and manages my podcast! You can check out his website here: loiskoffipodcast.krtra.com/t/zngL903UbElF Use coupon code HWW100EP to get 20% off 1 month for his services. Eric Lofholm has coached thousands on sales and scripts. He worked with Tony Robbins as his mentor and has gone on to become the Zig Ziglar of his time. He is one o...
2021-02-02
29 min
Defending Employers
Episode 176: New York Workers' Compensation Year in Review (January 2021)
In this episode, “New York Workers’ Compensation Defense: Year-in-Review,” Greg Lois talks about the trends and new caselaw that will impact 2021 New York Workers’ Compensation claims. Greg talks about: What types of cases are trending from 2020; How carriers can respond to HIMP-1 claims; The increasing importance of risk transfer opportunities in New York cases; Publication updates. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on January 19, 2021. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. ...
2021-01-19
28 min
Defending Employers
Episode 173: Defending Medical Provider Claims In New Jersey
In this episode, "Defending Medical Provider Claims In New Jersey," Greg Lois discusses the latest development in Medical Provider Application for Payment Claims in New Jersey workers’ compensation court. Greg discusses the following: Jurisdiction for these cases under New Jersey’s Workers’ Compensation Act, Section 15. Recent case law decisions affecting exposure. Practical tips for pricing and resolving these medical provider reimbursement claims. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensa...
2020-12-28
18 min
Defending Employers
Episode 172: The Importance of Risk Transfer in New York Workers' Compensation Cases
In this episode, “The Importance of Risk Transfer In New York Workers’ Compensation Cases,” Greg Lois talks about reimbursement and subrogation as means to reduce exposure in New York Workers’ Compensation claims. In this episode, Greg talks about: The differences between a reimbursement right and subrogation; How to maximize reimbursement under New York’s Section 29; Limitations on the right of subrogation in New York; and How to evaluate the amount of recovery in a reimbursement or subrogation action. This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on December 21, 2020. How to attend these webi...
2020-12-22
27 min
Defending Employers
Episode 169: Evaluating Claims for Permanency Exposure in New Jersey
In this episode, "Evaluating Cases for Permanency Exposure in New Jersey," Greg Lois provides an overview and answers questions about how attorneys value exposure in New Jersey cases. Greg discusses the following: Types of permanency benefits available under the New Jersey’s Workers’ Compensation Law. Recent case law decisions affecting exposure. Practical tips for analyzing and assessing exposure in New Jersey cases. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compen...
2020-11-23
26 min
Defending Employers
Episode 165: NJ Cross-Border Medical Claims: New York Fee Schedule and New Jersey Providers
In this episode, “Cross-Border Medical Claims,” Attorney Greg Lois talks about how an October 2020 New Jersey caselaw decision is impacting medical fee disputes in New York workers’ compensation claims. If You have ever been dragged into a New Jersey court to resolve a New York Medical fee Schedule dispute, this episode is for you! Greg talks about what is changing now, such as: The impact of the New Jersey court decision on New York claims; How to challenge jurisdiction in Medical Provider Claims in New Jersey; What carriers and insureds can do about New Jersey fee disput...
2020-10-26
27 min
Defending Employers
Episode 164: NY Cross-Border Medical Claims: New York Fee Schedule and New Jersey Providers
In this episode, “Cross-Border Medical Claims: New York Fee Schedule and New Jersey Providers,” Attorney Greg Lois talks about how an October 2020 New Jersey caselaw decision is impacting medical fee disputes in New York workers’ compensation claims. If You have ever been dragged into a New Jersey court to resolve a New York Medical fee Schedule dispute, this episode is for you! Greg talks about what is changing now, such as: The impact of the New Jersey court decision on New York claims; How to challenge jurisdiction in Medical Provider Claims in New Jersey; What carriers and in...
2020-10-19
22 min
Defending Employers
Episode 161: Independent Medical Examinations & COVID-19 in New Jersey
Greg Lois leads a discussion on the use, selection, and presentation of expert witness reports and testimony in New Jersey workers' compensation claims. A practical application of using expert witness testimony in the defense of COVID-19 claims is included. This audio is from a live webinar presented to clients on September 28, 2020. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and In...
2020-09-28
26 min
Defending Employers
Episode 160: IMEs versus Record Reviews in New York Workers' Compensation Claims
In this episode, Attorney Greg Lois discusses the pros and cons of Independent Medical Evaluations versus Record Reviews in New York Workers' Compensation claims. This podcast audio is taken from the live training provided to the Firm's clients on September 21, 2020. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each se...
2020-09-21
32 min
Defending Employers
Episode 152: How NOT TO Defend a Wage Reconstruction Case in New Jersey
Greg Lois discusses the recent decision in Calero v Target and explains how NOT TO defend wage reconstruction claims in New Jersey Workers' Compensation courts. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in...
2020-07-29
31 min
Defending Employers
Episode 151: Case Law Update on Temporary Disability in New York
Greg Lois answers questions live about temporary disability benefits in New York. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by the Firm. Webinar Archive
2020-07-28
23 min
Defending Employers
Episode 148: New Jersey Jurisdictional Defenses: Off-Premises Injuries
Attorney Greg Lois leads a discussion on defending off-premises claims in New Jersey . This video is from a live webinar provided to clients on June 22, 2020. Topics discussed: COVID-19 Legislative and Court proceedings Update; When and how to raise legal defenses to going-and-coming injuries. Practical aspects of defending off-premises claims, including a discussion of the proofs needed at trial. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a...
2020-06-22
19 min
Defending Employers
Episode 147: Defending Off-Premises Injuries in New York
Attorney Greg Lois leads a discussion on defending off-premises claims in New York. This video is from a live webinar provided to clients on June 15, 2020. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in...
2020-06-16
21 min
Defending Employers
Episode 144: Coronavirus (Covid-19) & New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Claims: More Questions Answered
In this episode, Greg Lois leads a presentation on coronavirus (Covid-19) & New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Claims. Greg discusses the following: Compensability Examples Jurisdictional Standards of Proof When Infectious Diseases are Compensable Common Questions Regarding Testing How to do Your Investigation How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of e...
2020-05-26
23 min
Defending Employers
Episode 143: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Workers' Compensation Update
In this episode, Greg Lois provides an update on the impact of coronavirus on workers' compensation cases in New York and New Jersey and answers questions live! This audio is from a live presentation on May 18, 2020. Emerging issues in COVID-19 claims, such as PTSD and anxiety claims. Tactical and strategic considerations in challenging compensability of coronavirus claims. Likely impact of pending legislation in New Jersey (New Jersey Senate passed S 2380, now pending in Assembly as A3999). How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and...
2020-05-18
21 min
Defending Employers
Episode 140: New Jersey Jurisdictional Defense: Definition of Employee Under the Workers' Compensation Act
Greg Lois answers questions about defending non-employment claims in New Jersey. Also discussed: Recent case law developments defining “who is an employee” under New Jersey’s Workers’ Compensation Law; When and how to raise the non-employment defense; and Practical aspects of defending non-employment claims, including a discussion of the proofs needed at trial. This audio is form a live webinar provided to the Firm's clients on April 27, 2020. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York W...
2020-04-28
25 min
Defending Employers
Episode 139: Defense of Employee Status in New York Workers' Compensation Claims
In this episode, Greg Lois leads a discussion on employee status. We look to recent case law decisions on employee status that answer the question, “Is the Claimant My Employee?”, discuss tactical and strategic considerations in challenging employment, and examine independent contractor status in New York workers’ compensation cases. This audio podcast is from a live webinar provided to the Firm's clients on Monday, April 20, 2020. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers...
2020-04-21
24 min
Defending Employers
Episode 136: COVID-19 and New Jersey Workers' Compensation: Your Questions Answered
Attorney Greg Lois leads a webinar for clients on the compensability of infectious disease claims in New Jersey workers' compensation courts. This audio is from a live webinar and question-and-answer session provided by the Firm on March 23, 2020. Greg discusses the following: Compensability Examples Jurisdictional Standards of Proof When Infectious Diseases are Compensable Common Questions Regarding Testing How to do Your Investigation How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation We...
2020-03-23
30 min
Defending Employers
Episode 135: COVID-19 and New York Worker's Compensation: Your Questions Answered!
Attorney Greg Lois leads a webinar for clients on the compensability of infectious disease claims in New York workers' compensation courts. This audio is from a live webinar and question-and-answer session provided by the Firm on March 23, 2020. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar co...
2020-03-23
30 min
Defending Employers
Episode 134: Fraud case Law Update - New York Workers' Compensation
In this podcast, Greg Lois provides an overview of claims fraud in New York workers' compensation cases! This audio is from a live presentation on March 16, 2020. Greg provides answers to common questions, such as: Recent case law decisions on fraud. Tactical and strategic considerations in raising fraud. Red flags for fraud in New York workers’ compensation cases. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New...
2020-03-16
33 min
Defending Employers
Episode 132: Workers' Compensation and Coronavirus (COVID-19): Your Questions Answered
Attorney Greg Lois leads a webinar for clients on the compensability of infectious disease claims in New York, New Jersey and Longshore workers' compensation courts. This audio if from a live webinar and question-and-answer session provided by the Firm on March 10, 2020. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of ea...
2020-03-09
29 min
Defending Employers
Episode 130: Appeals and Reopeners in New Jersey Workers' Compensation
Attorney Greg Lois leads a discussion on appeals (very quickly) and reopeners (most of the presentation). This presentation focuses on the practical approach to bringing reopener cases to closure (or avoiding them altogether!) This audio is from a live webinar provided to clients on February 24, 2020. When to appeal decisions of New Jersey Workers' Compensation trial courts. Strategic and tactical impact of appeal on New Jersey workers' compensation claims. Overview of Application for Review or Modification of Formal Award claims ("ReOpeners"). Practical ways to bring reopener claims to closure. Discovery and litigation strategy specific to reopener claims. How...
2020-02-24
37 min
Defending Employers
Episode 126: A Look Back: New Jersey Workers' Compensation Year-in-Review
In a look back at all the changes and developments in New Jersey Workers' Compensation law and Practice from 2019, Greg Lois discusses the most important decisions and provides insights into how these case decisions will impact the practice in 2020. Audio is taken from a live webinar offered tot he Firm's clients on January 27, 2020. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Sc...
2020-01-28
36 min
Defending Employers
Episode 125: New York WC Year-in-Review
Attorney Greg Lois provides a "look back" at the most important case law developments, rule changes, and case handling changes impacting New York workers' compensation claims in 2019! How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to...
2020-01-21
38 min
Defending Employers
Episode 118: New York Drug Formulary Q & A
Attorneys Christian Sison and Greg Lois discuss the forthcoming New York Drug Formulary and the likely impact for employers and carriers in New York. Following an overview of the new formulary, the attorneys took live questions. This audio is from a webinar provided on November 13, 2019. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are pr...
2019-11-13
1h 00
Defending Employers
Episode 117: Effective Use of Expert Witnesses and IMEs in New Jersey
Attorney Greg Lois leads a presentation and discussion on practical aspects and legal procedure for obtaining an expert opinion in a New Jersey workers' compensation claim. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to ch...
2019-10-28
22 min
Defending Employers
Episode 116: Effective IME's In New York
Attorney Greg Lois leads a presentation on the changing workers’ compensation law in New York which will provide a credit to carriers and employers for temporary disability benefits issued against permanency benefits in certain cases. Greg Discusses the Following When to Get an IME How to Get an IME Best Practices for Getting Great IME's What's Changing in January How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for...
2019-10-21
17 min
Defending Employers
Episode 115: The Law Just Changed in New York: Protecting the Employer's Right to Credit
Attorneys Greg Lois discusses the changing workers’ compensation law in New York which will provide a credit to carriers and employers for temporary disability benefits issued against permanency benefits in certain cases. This audio is taken from a LIVE webinar provided to the Firm's clients on October 9, 2019. This law change will effect all workers' compensation claims pending before the New York Workers' Compensation Board with a date of loss after April 10, 2017. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. ...
2019-10-09
18 min
Defending Employers
Episode 114: Defending Occupational Exposure and Repetitive Use Claims in New Jersey
Attorney Greg Lois leads a presentation and discussion on the defense of occupational exposure New Jersey workers' compensation claims. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim and correspond to chapters in the Workers' Compensation Handbooks offered by...
2019-09-23
23 min
Defending Employers
Episode 112: Defending Motions for Med and Temp in New Jersey Workers' Compensation Cases
Attorney Greg Lois leads a presentation and discussion defending Motions for Temporary and/or Medical Treatment in New Jersey workers' compensation claims. This audio is from a live webinar presented on August 26, 2019. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of...
2019-08-26
36 min
Defending Employers
Episode 111: Medical Treatment Update: New York Workers' Compensation
Attorney Greg Lois provides an update on the application of the Medical Treatment Guidelines in New York workers' compensation cases. This audio is from a live webinar presentation presented on August 19, 2019. Greg Discusses the Following Medical Treatment New Guidelines New Form CMS-1500 Importance of MMI in Light of New Statue How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules an...
2019-08-19
25 min
Defending Employers
Episode 110: Protecting Employer's Right to Credit in New York
Attorneys Greg Lois and Christian Sison present a discussion on the changing workers' compensation law in New York which will provide a credit to carriers and employers for temporary disability benefits issued against permanency benefits in certain cases. This audio is from a live presentation on August 14, 2019. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout ma...
2019-08-14
30 min
Defending Employers
Episode 109: Latest Case Law on Temporary Disability Benefits in New Jersey
Attorney Greg Lois presents the latest case law on temporary disability benefits in New Jersey workers' compensation cases. This audio is taken from the Lois Law Firm's July 22, 2019 webinar. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim an...
2019-07-22
15 min
Defending Employers
Episode 109: Latest Case Law on Temporary Disability Benefits in New Jersey
Attorney Greg Lois presents the latest case law on temporary disability benefits in New Jersey workers' compensation cases. This audio is taken from the Lois Law Firm's July 22, 2019 webinar. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "life cycle" of a claim an...
2019-07-22
15 min
Defending Employers
Episode 106: Should I Accept or Deny? Common Defenses in New Jersey Workers' Compensation Claims
Attorney Greg Lois leads a presentation and discussion on general legal defenses available to employers in New Jersey workers' compensation claims. This audio is from the May 28, 2019 webinar presentation offered by Lois Law Firm. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "li...
2019-05-28
33 min
Defending Employers
Episode 106: Should I Accept or Deny? Common Defenses in New Jersey Workers' Compensation Claims
Attorney Greg Lois leads a presentation and discussion on general legal defenses available to employers in New Jersey workers' compensation claims. This audio is from the May 28, 2019 webinar presentation offered by Lois Law Firm. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and Information Handout materials are provided in advance of each session. The webinar courses follow the "li...
2019-05-28
33 min
Third Fridays
Episode 27: The Expedited Hearing in New York Cases
Host Christian Sison is joined by guest attorney Greg Lois to discuss challenges in defending controverted claims given the "rocket docket" calendar in New York Workers' Compensation proceedings. What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm featuring moderator Christian Sison. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers' compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations. The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling workers' compensation cases. Attorneys discuss case...
2019-05-17
31 min
Third Fridays
Episode 26: Defending Complex Employment Claims Involving Independent Contractors and Lent Employees
Host Christian Sison welcomes attorney Greg Lois to the Third Friday podcast to discuss problem issues in dual-employment claims, where lent or borrowed employees bring claims for worker's compensation benefits against two employers. What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm featuring moderator Christian Sison. It is the original forum in which real attorneys discuss workers' compensation issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations. The goal of the show is to showcase the diverse perspectives of the attorneys handling work...
2019-04-19
29 min
Defending Employers
Episode 102: Defining "Employee" under the New York Workers' Compensation Law
Lois Attorneys Christian Sison and Managing Partner Greg Lois discuss the definition "employee" under the New York Workers' Compensation Law. The attorneys examine the defense of "non-employment" in the benefits context as well as practical application of the definition to independent contractors, brand ambassadors, and gig economy workers. This audio is taken from the April 15, 2019 webinar provided by the Firm. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a...
2019-04-15
20 min
Defending Employers
Episode 102: Defining "Employee" under the New York Workers' Compensation Law
Lois Attorneys Christian Sison and Managing Partner Greg Lois discuss the definition "employee" under the New York Workers' Compensation Law. The attorneys examine the defense of "non-employment" in the benefits context as well as practical application of the definition to independent contractors, brand ambassadors, and gig economy workers. This audio is taken from the April 15, 2019 webinar provided by the Firm. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a...
2019-04-15
20 min
Defending Employers
Episode 100: Litigation Update: New York Workers' Compensation Board Virtual Hearings Now Statewide
On March 25, 2019 the New York State Workers' Compensation Board will complete its technology upgrade to all workers' compensation courts throughout the state. This transition to mandatory, statewide virtual hearings caps off a year-long project by the Board to roll out virtual hearings across the State and make attorney check in through the virtual hearing system a requirement across the entire system. Lois Attorneys Christian Sison and Managing Partner Greg Lois discuss what this means for employers and carriers. This audio is taken from the March 18, 2019 webinar provided by the Firm. How to attend these webinars live and...
2019-03-18
18 min
Defending Employers
Episode 100: Litigation Update: New York Workers' Compensation Board Virtual Hearings Now Statewide
On March 25, 2019 the New York State Workers' Compensation Board will complete its technology upgrade to all workers' compensation courts throughout the state. This transition to mandatory, statewide virtual hearings caps off a year-long project by the Board to roll out virtual hearings across the State and make attorney check in through the virtual hearing system a requirement across the entire system. Lois Attorneys Christian Sison and Managing Partner Greg Lois discuss what this means for employers and carriers. This audio is taken from the March 18, 2019 webinar provided by the Firm. How to attend these webinars live and...
2019-03-18
18 min
Defending Employers
Episode 75: What Virtual Hearings Mean for You
New York is replacing in-person hearings with “Virtual Hearings” held via web conference. LOIS is holding two webinars led by attorneys who have handled virtual hearings in New York to discuss what this means for claims handling, claim defense, and costs. Attorneys Declan Gourley, Esq., Christian Sison, Esq., and Greg Lois, Esq., discuss the impact of virtual hearings in New York workers’ compensation claims. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensa...
2018-05-22
31 min
Defending Employers
Episode 75: What Virtual Hearings Mean for You
New York is replacing in-person hearings with “Virtual Hearings” held via web conference. LOIS is holding two webinars led by attorneys who have handled virtual hearings in New York to discuss what this means for claims handling, claim defense, and costs. Attorneys Declan Gourley, Esq., Christian Sison, Esq., and Greg Lois, Esq., discuss the impact of virtual hearings in New York workers’ compensation claims. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensa...
2018-05-22
31 min
Defending Employers
Episode 71: The Second Injury Fund in New Jersey: Maximizing Contributions from the Fund
Attorneys Karen Vincent and Greg Lois of the Lois Law Firm explain how New Jersey's Second Injury Fund works, when relief can be obtained from the Fund, and strategies for maximizing the contribution of the Second Injury Fund. The presentation includes a practical step-by-step illustration of the impact of Fund contribution in a total disability case with pre-existing conditions. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a Ne...
2018-04-04
23 min
Defending Employers
Episode 71: The Second Injury Fund in New Jersey: Maximizing Contributions from the Fund
Attorneys Karen Vincent and Greg Lois of the Lois Law Firm explain how New Jersey's Second Injury Fund works, when relief can be obtained from the Fund, and strategies for maximizing the contribution of the Second Injury Fund. The presentation includes a practical step-by-step illustration of the impact of Fund contribution in a total disability case with pre-existing conditions. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a Ne...
2018-04-04
23 min
Defending Employers
Episode 67: New Jersey Section 20 and Secondary Payer Barriers
Attorney Greg Lois discusses the availability of a lump-sum dismissal settlement in New Jersey Workers' Compensation cases. The presentation looks at the limitations on this type of compromise in the statute (N.J.S.A. 34:15-20), the rules (N.J.A.C. 12:235-13.1) and the case law. Attorney Lois reviews the barriers to Section 20 settlements and presents practical advice and opinion on obtaining the dismissal in court. The discussion also include an overview of the Medicare Secondary Payer Act as a barrier to full compromise settlements in New Jersey, with practical tips for resolving cases quickly. How...
2018-01-23
34 min
Defending Employers
Episode 67: New Jersey Section 20 and Secondary Payer Barriers
Attorney Greg Lois discusses the availability of a lump-sum dismissal settlement in New Jersey Workers' Compensation cases. The presentation looks at the limitations on this type of compromise in the statute (N.J.S.A. 34:15-20), the rules (N.J.A.C. 12:235-13.1) and the case law. Attorney Lois reviews the barriers to Section 20 settlements and presents practical advice and opinion on obtaining the dismissal in court. The discussion also include an overview of the Medicare Secondary Payer Act as a barrier to full compromise settlements in New Jersey, with practical tips for resolving cases quickly. How...
2018-01-23
34 min
Defending Employers
Episode 47: Impact of 2017 Reform on New York Workers' Compensation
The New York Workers’ Compensation Law was changed on April 10, 2017. Lois Law Firm held a webinar for clients and guests on how the statutory changes will affect employers, carriers, and self insureds in New York. Attorney Greg Lois covers the fundamentals and at the end of the presentation, the attendees will have a basic understanding of changes in the new law and how this will affect the handling of New York workers’ compensation cases. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New...
2017-05-17
21 min
Defending Employers
Episode 47: Impact of 2017 Reform on New York Workers' Compensation
The New York Workers’ Compensation Law was changed on April 10, 2017. Lois Law Firm held a webinar for clients and guests on how the statutory changes will affect employers, carriers, and self insureds in New York. Attorney Greg Lois covers the fundamentals and at the end of the presentation, the attendees will have a basic understanding of changes in the new law and how this will affect the handling of New York workers’ compensation cases. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New...
2017-05-17
21 min
Defending Employers
Episode 43: Legislative Update - New York Workers' Compensation Law Changes
The New York Workers’ Compensation Law was changed on April 10, 2017. Lois Law Firm held a webinar for clients and guests on how the statutory changes will affect employers, carriers, and self insureds in New York. Attorney Greg Lois covers the fundamentals and at the end of the presentation, the attendees will have a basic understanding of changes in the new law and how this will affect the handling of New York workers’ compensation cases. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New...
2017-04-12
45 min
Defending Employers
Episode 43: Legislative Update - New York Workers' Compensation Law Changes
The New York Workers’ Compensation Law was changed on April 10, 2017. Lois Law Firm held a webinar for clients and guests on how the statutory changes will affect employers, carriers, and self insureds in New York. Attorney Greg Lois covers the fundamentals and at the end of the presentation, the attendees will have a basic understanding of changes in the new law and how this will affect the handling of New York workers’ compensation cases. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New...
2017-04-12
45 min
Defending Employers
Episode 40: Penalties and No Coverage Exposure in New York Workers' Compensation Claims
The New York Workers’ Compensation Board collects $3 Million per year in procedural penalties alone. This is a staggering figure - amounting to approximately $300 in penalty for each new case accepted by the WCB. New York is a form-driven jurisdiction, and most common penalties arise from the late filing of required boilerplate forms. The Workers’ Compensation Law is a minefield of penalties, fines, and criminal complications for the unwary. There are different penalty considerations for employers, claimants, insurers, and even attorneys. Lois Law Firm recently presented a webinar designed to help the attendee answer the following ques...
2017-03-20
16 min
Defending Employers
Episode 40: Penalties and No Coverage Exposure in New York Workers' Compensation Claims
The New York Workers’ Compensation Board collects $3 Million per year in procedural penalties alone. This is a staggering figure - amounting to approximately $300 in penalty for each new case accepted by the WCB. New York is a form-driven jurisdiction, and most common penalties arise from the late filing of required boilerplate forms. The Workers’ Compensation Law is a minefield of penalties, fines, and criminal complications for the unwary. There are different penalty considerations for employers, claimants, insurers, and even attorneys. Lois Law Firm recently presented a webinar designed to help the attendee answer the following ques...
2017-03-20
16 min
Defending Employers
Episode 39: Re-Openers and Appeals in New Jersey Workers' Compensation Claims
Attorney Greg Lois presents an overview of post-trial practice in New Jersey. The presentation is designed to help the listener answer the following questions: “What happens after a trial judgment or settlement is reached?” and “Can the Petitioner reopen the case?” and “Can the Respondent reopen the case?”“What is a commutation?” and “Can the Judge of Compensation be appealed?” Greg Lois will cover the basics of case closures and at at the end of the presentation, the attendees will have a basic understanding of what happens after judgment or settlement. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions
2017-02-27
14 min
Defending Employers
Episode 39: Re-Openers and Appeals in New Jersey Workers' Compensation Claims
Attorney Greg Lois presents an overview of post-trial practice in New Jersey. The presentation is designed to help the listener answer the following questions: “What happens after a trial judgment or settlement is reached?” and “Can the Petitioner reopen the case?” and “Can the Respondent reopen the case?”“What is a commutation?” and “Can the Judge of Compensation be appealed?” Greg Lois will cover the basics of case closures and at at the end of the presentation, the attendees will have a basic understanding of what happens after judgment or settlement. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions
2017-02-27
14 min
Defending Employers
Episode 15: Special Report - The Fund for ReOpened Cases in New York
Lawyers Tashia Rasul, Declan Gourley, and Greg Lois from Lois Law Firm provide Q & A on impact of the decision in American Economy Insurance Company v. State of New York, decided April 14, 2016 which found that the retroactive application of New York WCL 25-a(1-a) to policies issued before October 1, 2013 was unconstitutional. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and In...
2016-04-22
27 min
Defending Employers
Episode 15: Special Report - The Fund for ReOpened Cases in New York
Lawyers Tashia Rasul, Declan Gourley, and Greg Lois from Lois Law Firm provide Q & A on impact of the decision in American Economy Insurance Company v. State of New York, decided April 14, 2016 which found that the retroactive application of New York WCL 25-a(1-a) to policies issued before October 1, 2013 was unconstitutional. How to attend these webinars live and ask questions Join us for our monthly webinars on New York and New Jersey workers’ compensation law. Register for a New York Workers' Compensation Webinar Register for a New Jersey Workers' Compensation Webinar Schedules and In...
2016-04-22
27 min
Defending Employers
Episode 9: New Jersey Settlements when Medicare as Secondary Payer must be considered
Resolving a case under Section 20 in New Jersey? Great! But did you consider the potential exposure for your client under the Medicare as Secondary Payer Act? New Jersey allows for "full-and-final" settlements under Section 20. Parties must consider the potential exposure for their clients under the Medicare as Secondary Payer Act when resolving the medical aspects of a case in a lump-sum dismissal. Here is the post-webinar audio from from the discussion "Medicare Secondary Payer in New Jersey" presented by attorneys Joe Jones, Michael Tomasino, and Greg Lois of Lois Law Firm. How to attend these...
2016-01-25
24 min
Defending Employers
Episode 9: New Jersey Settlements when Medicare as Secondary Payer must be considered
Resolving a case under Section 20 in New Jersey? Great! But did you consider the potential exposure for your client under the Medicare as Secondary Payer Act? New Jersey allows for "full-and-final" settlements under Section 20. Parties must consider the potential exposure for their clients under the Medicare as Secondary Payer Act when resolving the medical aspects of a case in a lump-sum dismissal. Here is the post-webinar audio from from the discussion "Medicare Secondary Payer in New Jersey" presented by attorneys Joe Jones, Michael Tomasino, and Greg Lois of Lois Law Firm. How to attend these...
2016-01-25
24 min
Lois Wetzel, MFA -Mystical Teachings
Lois Talks about "Reincarnation"
Today Lois will be talking with good friend Becky Hannah about Lois' upcoming book which was just sent off to the editor to be polished up a bit. The book is entitled, "Reincarnation: Past Lives and the Akashic Records." It is Lois' second book on this topic, and her fourth book overall. Come have a listen! If you have questions about reincarnation in general, or the Akashic Records, please call in.
2014-02-13
53 min
Lois Wetzel, MFA -Mystical Teachings
Bosnian Pyramid Project 2012 - Lois Reporting
Lois is currently in Visoko, Bosnia, researching for a book on the largest pyramids in the world which were discovered there in 2005 by Dr. Sam Osmanagic, PhD. This is her second trip to Bosnia, last summer being the first. Today she will give some back ground on the pyramids. Lois' website is Hot Pink Lotus If you want to read her travel blog with more detail on what's going on: Travel Blog YES. Lois is still doing remote healing sessions and Akashic Records readings while travelling. :>) To read more about the Bosnian Pyramids click on this link. Lois invites you to...
2012-08-17
32 min
Lois Wetzel, MFA -Mystical Teachings
Lois Wetzel does the Talking!
Show host Lois J Wetzel, MFA, mystic, author, shaman, energy medicine healer and teacher has decided after having had a long chat with Dr. Peebles as channeled by world class trance channel Summer Bacon, that it is high time to do some of the talking herself. Today it will be stream of consciousness - and it will go wherever it goes. Lois is really into following Guidance, as you will know if you listened to the last show. Lois Wetzel has been consciously walking the Spiritual Path in this lifetime since the mid-1980s, and definitely has a lot of w...
2012-06-29
00 min
Lois Wetzel, MFA -Mystical Teachings
Chat with Lois Wetzel
Website: Hot Pink Lotus Lois Wetzel, MFA, artist, author, and Delphi Class Mystic (according to astrologer and psychiatrist, Mitchell Gibson, MD) who is the host of this show, hardly ever just talks about herself. Today will be an exception. No telling what will come up. We will definitely talk about following guidance, since that is "up" for so many people right now, Lois included... Lois' Books: "Akashic Records: Case Studies of Past Lives" and "EDINA: Energy Medicine from the Stars!" Both books are available on Kindle and "Akashic Records" is available in paperback. Lois still does past life readings. Go to t...
2012-06-15
1h 07
Lois Wetzel, MFA -Mystical Teachings
AKASHIC RECORDS: Past Lives Becky Interviews Lois
Lois has been doing past life readings for 20 years, and has written an e-book, available on her website: HOTPINKLOTUS.COM. In today's show, Becky and Lois will be talking about some interesting things that Lois has seen while doing these past life readings, as well as changes her clients have seen as a result of getting these readings. Come join us as we explore this timely subject which ultimately affects everyone's karma and dharma. If you have had a past life reading by Lois, please call in and contribute! You may remain anonymous if you wish...
2010-09-03
00 min
Lois Wetzel, MFA -Mystical Teachings
Friday, August 6th, Lois and Becky Discuss Mt. Shasta Trip
Come listen as Lois and Co-Host Becky talk about Lois' recent trip to Mt. Shasta and what all happened there! Lois went at her Guides' insistent urging, and camped out four nights,two of those nights at Bunny Flat -- at about 7,000 feet above sea level with the snowy peak of Mt. Shasta in the background. Lois lives in Houston at about 50 feet above sea level, so this altitude was a Big Deal. Some interesting things happened at night while she was "asleep" and also in the daytime while she was not. A whole lot of integration of the energies...
2010-08-06
00 min