Third Fridays
80 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratings"Third Fridays" 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 law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.
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Episodes
Episode 78: When is Specificity of Occupational Duties Specific Enough?
March 15, 2024 04:00 - 32 minutes - 45.8 MBA recent Board Panel Decision overturned a Judge’s ruling that the claimant had a compensable repetitive use claim. Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) is joined Senior Associate Olivia Barna (https://loisllc.com/attorney/olivia-barna/) and her Paralegal, Brenna O’Brien, to discuss how this happened. Well-versed in occupational disease claims, Olivia and Brenna dive into Matter of Skanska Civil USA Northeast to give takeaways to employers about how use job duties f...
Episode 77: Is 20 Days Too Long to Receive Due Process?
February 16, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutes - 47 MBHost Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes fellow Lois Partner Jeremy Janis (https://loisllc.com/attorney/jeremy-janis/) back to the show to discuss an adverse Board Panel Decision that affects all employers and carriers across the State of New York. The two attorneys discuss how the Board applied a so-called “humanitarian” principle to force employers and carriers to pay a higher compensation rate even in light of conflicting disability evidence. This one’s...
Episode 76: What Can Brown Do For You?
January 19, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutes - 48.1 MBHost Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) kicks off the New Year by inviting LOIS Partner Tim Kane (https://loisllc.com/attorney/timothy-kane/) back to the show for Tim's 6th guest appearance. The two discuss a successful Appellate Division outcome in Brown v Buffalo Transportation. The world of Professional Employer Organizations and coverage gets a swift update based on a justifiable easing of the burden of proof a PEO Carrier is required to meet! What is “Third ...
Episode 75: What a Year It's Been!
December 15, 2023 05:00 - 59 minutes - 83.7 MBTo recap the successes of 2023, host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Christopher Major (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/) and Addison O'Donnell (https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/) back to the podcast. The 3 Lois Attorneys discuss incredible wins from Timothy Kane (https://loisllc.com/attorney/timothy-kane/), Hannah Bacon (https://loisllc.com/attorney/hannah-bacon/), and Aly Yacyshyn (https://loisllc.com/attorney/alexandra-ya...
Episode 74: Debating Espinoza and Course of Employment
November 17, 2023 05:00 - 40 minutes - 57.3 MBFor the first time in Third Fridays history, host Christian Sison welcomes a claimant's attorney, Sarah Baia, to debate the merits of an Appellate Division in Espinoza v City Safety Compliance Corp. LOIS Partner and Construction Claims expert Noah Pollack also joins the show to provide some feedback, as the three attorneys ponder "what could have been." Have a listen! What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm (https://loisllc.co...
Episode 73: A Jurisdiction Disallowance? Tell Me More!
October 20, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutes - 38.2 MBChristian Sison hosts this month's episode of the Third Fridays podcast and invites Jessica Blydenburgh to discuss a monumental trial win based on a jurisdiction denial. Jessica recaps the investigation work that she and Paralegal Michaela Cavanagh did to supplement their litigation position that a claim should not have been filed in a New York court. If you're an employer doing business in more than one State, then you'll love this episode! What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast ...
Episode 72: LOIS Wins Before The Fourth Department in Miller v W Servs. Group, LLC
September 15, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 33 MBConnor Wetherington (https://loisllc.com/attorney/connor-wetherington/) and Addison O'Donnell (https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/) return to The Third Fridays podcast to chat with host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) about a unique win for the firm. In Miller, the firm defended an employer's right to have Workers' Compensation settlements approved by the State Board. From interpreting the words contained within everyday emails to an exciting Rochest...
Episode 71: The 2023 Mock Trial Finals
August 18, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBThe 2023 Mock Trial Program at LOIS comes to a close as Attorneys Cory Benavides (https://loisllc.com/attorney/cory-benavides/), Alexa Cintron (https://loisllc.com/attorney/alexa-cintron/), and Tomer Lehr (https://loisllc.com/attorney/tomer-lehr/) answer trivia questions and discuss a theoretical appeal through oral argument. Paralegals Priyanki Rana, Josh Roman and Ryan Wallace to compete for the same prize. Who will be this year’s champions? What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcas...
Episode 70: Your Civil Case Needs Our Consent
July 21, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBRisk Transfer always gets our ears perked all the way up, and nothing is sweeter than when the claimant violates Section 29(5). Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes the Section 29 Superhero, Christopher Major (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/), back for his 12th guest appearance on the Third Fridays podcast. The two of them celebrate recent Section 29(5) wins from three litigation teams: Vandana Saunders (https://loisllc.com/attorney/vandana...
Episode 69: Breeding a Show Dog? Another LOIS Fraud Victory!
June 16, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes - 22.4 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes newly minted Senior Associate Anthony Iler (https://loisllc.com/attorney/anthony-iler/) to the Third Fridays podcast to talk about a crucial litigation win. Anthony and his team uncovered an interesting piece of evidence in an unrelated civil lawsuit filed by the claimant in one of his cases. Undeterred from prior litigation outcomes in that very case, Anthony and Christian discuss how the full-service defense mindset at...
Episode 68: LOIS Attends CompCon with PepsiCo and Frito-Lay
May 19, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 35.6 MBThe Third Fridays podcast returns with a very special guest, Michael DGinto, who is a Senior Leave Supervisor at PepsiCo / Frito-Lay. Host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Michael and Senior Associate Jeremy Janis (https://loisllc.com/attorney/jeremy-janis/) to discuss the successful conference that PepsiCo held, wherein defense counsel across the country and related stakeholders were invited to network and learn about company operations. Then, The Para...
Episode 67: 3000 Questions with Tomer Lehr and Alexa Cintron
April 21, 2023 04:00 - 32 minutes - 31.2 MBOn this month's episode, Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Tomer Lehr (https://loisllc.com/attorney/tomer-lehr/) and Alexa Cintron (https://loisllc.com/attorney/alexa-cintron/), two of the brightest stars in the Lois Universe. Tomer and Alexa contribute more than litigation wins and efficient settlement closures, demonstrating effective execution of creative strategy. Using a book titled "3000 Questions About Me," the 3 attorneys discuss the Lois approac...
Episode 66: WorkCompCollege - Believing In The Ecosystem
March 17, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 38.8 MBHost and LOIS Partner Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Robert Wilson and Mark Pew of workcompcollege.com (https://workcompcollege.com) to the Third Fridays podcast. The three of them discuss the WorkCompCollege theory that our great area of law is an ecosystem with numerous moving parts that affect each other. Robert and Mark challenge Christian to take the course and pass their test as a symbol of the perpetual learning mindset that is required to succ...
Episode 65: A Bullet Train Through Medical Provider Applications
February 17, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes - 31.2 MBThis month's episode of the Third Fridays podcast was one for the books. We are extremely proud to be involved in an important decision that can help employers and carriers across the great State of New Jersey. Wottrich (by New Horizon Surgical Center, LLC) vs. Joa Lyn Enterprise, Inc. involved a Medical Provider Application followed by a Motion to Dismiss filed by the LOIS New Jersey Practice. Listen to host Christian Sison ("https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) interviewing indust...
Episode 64: Governor Hochul Rejects the Total Disability Bill!
January 20, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes - 22.7 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Steve McLinden (https://loisllc.com/attorney/stephen-mclinden/) to the Third Fridays podcast to discuss (and celebrate) the Governor's decision to reject a bill that would redefine "temporary total disability." Christian and Steve discuss a recent win of Steve's that never would have happened, if this bill were in effect and retroactively applied. The two attorneys discuss the potential for the bill to return to the Gove...
Episode 63: Settlement Facts and Myths
December 16, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutes - 54.6 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) ends the year with Senior Associate Adam Lowenstein (https://loisllc.com/attorney/adam-lowenstein/) to talk about Adam's bread and butter: settlements! Adam differentiates between facts and myths with the settlement process to give our listeners an inside look at one of his skillsets. Then, The Paralegal Minute returns! Christian is joined by Paralegals Melissa Gannon and Uma Mistry to give an update on the infamous case involvin...
Episode 62: Who Gets a Post-Death LWEC Award?
November 18, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 28.3 MBSenior Associate Jeremy Janis (https://loisllc.com/attorney/jeremy-janis/) returns as a guest of Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) on the Third Fridays podcast. The topic of discussion is the recent Court of Appeals opinion in Green v Dutchess County BOCES, a ruling that reversed a 2018 Appellate Division holding and reinstated a Law Judge's decision from 2012! Christian and Jeremy go through each court ruling and analyze the analysis. Have a listen! What is “Th...
Episode 61: Onboarding the Onboard/PAR System
October 21, 2022 04:00 - 33 minutes - 32.2 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) hosts another episode of the Third Fridays podcast, welcoming Senior Associate and construction industry wizard Noah Pollack (https://loisllc.com/attorney/noah-pollack/) to the show. The two look back at the now 5-month old system and discuss the advantages and disadvantages for all stakeholders in New York Workers’ Compensation. “Due process is important, even in Comp,” says Pollack. Have a listen! What is “Third Fridays”? "Th...
Episode 60: When a Claimant Wants a Disallowed Claim
September 16, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 44.7 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes returning guests Addison O’Donnell (https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/) and Christopher Major (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/) to discuss a real doozy of an Appellate Division case, Timperio v Bronx-Lebanon Hospital. The case involved an unfortunate mass shooting in a New York City hospital, but involved a claimant requesting the case be disallowed and a carrier requesting the case be establi...
Episode 59: The 2022 Mock Trial Finals
August 19, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 86.6 MBThe 2022 Mock Trial Program at LOIS comes to a close as Attorneys Connor Wetherington (https://loisllc.com/attorney/connor-wetherington/), Kyung Jae Han (https://loisllc.com/attorney/kyung-jae-han/), and Nathalie Thomas (https://loisllc.com/attorney/nathalie-thomas/) answer trivia questions and discuss a theoretical appeal through oral argument. Paralegals Cara Malanowski and Melissa Gannon are joined by Legal Assistant Georgina Reid to compete for the same prize. Who will be this year's cham...
Episode 58: The Effect of PARs on HIMPs
July 15, 2022 04:00 - 50 minutes - 70.8 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) brings longtime guest, Senior Associate Christopher Major (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/), back to the show to discuss the new OnBoard system and its effect on the Health Insurance Matching Program. Then, The Paralegal Minute is shared with Markeitha Joseph and Nicole Yakimik, who discuss the insanity of police body cam footage of a house visit gone wrong! What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a ...
Episode 57: Defending 9/11 World Trade Center Claims
June 17, 2022 04:00 - 39 minutes - 55.1 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes fellow Lois Partner Tim Kane (https://loisllc.com/attorney/timothy-kane/) to the podcast once again. Tim details his expertise in defending employers and carriers from obscure claims related to incidents and exposure at Ground Zero. The Paralegal Minute also showcases Melissa Gannon and Uma Mistry in a discussion about a claimant with a thriving snake side business! What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a...
Episode 56: Updates to Schedule Loss of Use Litigation
May 20, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 98.5 MBThe Third Fridays podcast returns with its longest episode ever! There was so much to unpack this month. A legal conversation with Addison O'Donnell (https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/) and Ian Haberstro (https://loisllc.com/attorney/ian-haberstro/) about developments at the Appellate Division and Court of Appeals that will change how SLU awards are made and how claimant strategize permanency. Then, The Paralegal Minute showcases Priyanki Rana and Chrystalla Karamanis with a case ...
Episode 55: Defending Aggressive Surgery Requests
April 15, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 44.5 MBThe April 2022 has a special gift for Third Fridays listeners: segments! Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Lois Senior Associate Jeremy Janis (https://loisllc.com/attorney/jeremy-janis/) to the show to discuss Jeremy's recent litigation wins involving surgery denials. What are Jeremy's thoughts on how to best defend unnecessary surgery requests? The podcast then shifts to the debut of The Paralegal Minute, where Morgan Celentano and Emilie Delannes-Molka...
Episode 54: What’s New in Jersey?
March 18, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 50.9 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes LOIS Partner, LOIS Diversity Committee Co-Chair, and NJ Ethics Committee Member Karen Vincent to the podcast. Karen reflects on the recent change permitting in-person hearing appearances across New Jersey. Christian and Karen then discuss a sweeping legislative change to an 8-year-old New Jersey Supreme Court holding. How does it affect employers and carriers? Take a listen and find out! What is “Third Fridays”? "Third...
Episode 53: To obtain an IME or not to obtain an IME?
February 18, 2022 12:00 - 41 minutes - 19.6 MBTo obtain an IME or not to obtain an IME? That is the question for host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/), as he welcomes guest attorney Ian Haberstro to the Third Fridays podcast. Christian and Ian talk about 3 categories where a client may benefit by not obtaining an IME: specificity failure, multiple sources of injury, and the option for a Records Review. What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm...
Episode 52: To obtain an IME or not to obtain an IME?
February 18, 2022 12:00 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MB"Third Fridays" is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois LLC 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 law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.
Episode 51: 2021 Year in Review - A Look Back to Look Ahead
January 21, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MB"Third Fridays" is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois LLC 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 law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.
Episode 52: 2021 Year in Review - A Look Back to Look Ahead
January 21, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 12.8 MBIn this episode, host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) looks back at the changes in his defense practice in 2021 as well as a look ahead to the "headline events" in New York workers' compensation for 2022. What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm (https://loisllc.com/) featuring moderator Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/). It is the original forum in which real attor...
Episode 51: The Significance of Evidence
September 17, 2021 14:00 - 24 minutes - 34.9 MBHost Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Vandana Saunders (https://loisllc.com/attorney/vandana-saunders/) back to the Third Fridays podcast. Vandana has another win to share after succeeding on a construction coverage defense. The two attorneys then discuss a brand new Appellate Division case, Hughes v Mid Hudson Psychiatric Center. Christian and Vandana parse through the details of that case, where a claimant had six prior surgeries but still argued that...
Episode 50: Ex Parte Communications
July 16, 2021 11:00 - 37 minutes - 18 MBCan an attorney prepare an expert medical witness prior to deposition? What tactics can be used by a New York Workers’ Compensation defense attorney when this occurs? In this episode, your host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Attorney Joseph Melchionne (https://loisllc.com/attorney/joseph-melchionne/) back to the podcast to discuss the proper mechanics of litigation preparation and to provide key steps to refute ex parte communication initiated by a cl...
Episode 49: Back to Work!
May 21, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 14.7 MBOn this month’s episode of the Third Fridays podcast, Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Ian Haberstro (https://loisllc.com/attorney/ian-haberstro/) to discuss an ongoing problem: persuading interested parties that a claimant-employee should return to work. When a treating doctor doesn’t release a claimant to work, what should a carrier do? Christian and Ian have an in-depth conversation about a recent case that presented a return-to-work roadblock. How ...
Episode 48: What Does a Claimant Need to Prove Compensability for COVID-19?
March 19, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 13.2 MBAlmost a year’s worth of cases have been through the arduous litigation process before the Workers’ Compensation Board. Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes fellow LOIS Partner Timothy Kane (https://loisllc.com/attorney/timothy-kane/) to discuss how Judges and Board Panels are addressing these claims. Is due process even a concept anymore? Christian and Tim contemplate future actions and how to best defend these types of claims in the future. What is “Thir...
Episode 47: Point/Counterpoint: The New York Medical Treatment Guidelines
January 15, 2021 11:00 - 27 minutes - 13.5 MBIn this episode, Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes fellow LOIS Partner Declan Gourley (https://loisllc.com/attorney/declan-gourley/) to the podcast. The Medical Treatment Guidelines were on track to be in effect for several new body parts and conditions, but what happened? Why is the implementation being delayed? Christian and Declan use the update to take two opposing positions: are the Guidelines more favorable to claimants or employers? Tune in to fi...
Episode 46: Appellate Division Review: Policarpio v Rally Restoration Corp.
December 18, 2020 19:30 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MBIt’s the last Third Friday podcast of the year, and host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Addison O’Donnell (https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/) back to the show. Christian and Addison discuss the brand new case from the Appellate Division and its impact on labor market attachment. How can employers and carriers use this defense for claimants that are undocumented or who do not have a Social Security Number? Listen for the attorneys’ analysi...
Episode 45: Health Insurance Matching Program
November 20, 2020 13:00 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBChristopher Major (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/) joins Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) for a new episode of the Third Fridays podcast. The two discuss an often overlooked area of exposure in New York Workers’ Compensation claims: reimbursement via the Health Insurance Matching Program. When a treating doctor bills a private health carrier for medical expenses related to the Workers’ Compensation claim, the Workers’ Compensation carrier has s...
Episode 44: Claim Investigation Strategy
October 16, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutes - 8.53 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) discusses a new Appellate Division decision that reinforces "Defend From Day 1" principles. In Sanchez v NYC Trans. Auth., the Court reversed the New York Workers' Compensation Board remand a previously disallowed claim. The Decision overturned the disallowance, citing insufficient evidence that Section 28 could time-bar the claimant's claim. How can we use this Decision to positively impact our claim investigation strategy? List...
Episode 43: The Erosion of Labor Market Attachment
September 18, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MBThird Fridays' Host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Attorney Addison O’Donnell (https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/) to discuss the legal implications of labor market attachment and the changing landscape for this once-trusty defense. The two discuss the history and legal standards of the labor market attachment defense, the disruptions that rippled through the New York Workers’ Compensation system since March, and the path to restore the de...
Episode 42: Mock Trial Trivia!
August 21, 2020 12:00 - 32 minutes - 15.1 MBIn this episode, the annual Mock Trial competition, chaired by podcast host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/), reaches its final stage. Finalists compete for this year’s crown by answering trivia questions related to the hypothetical case and making an oral argument to a Mock Board Panel. Christian welcomes Christopher Major (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/) and Bailey Ott to this episode, as the three discuss the progress made during the competit...
Episode 41: The Future is Now
July 17, 2020 10:00 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBThe future is NOW at Lois Law Firm (https://loisllc.com/). While COVID-19 has certainly slowed down some businesses, the pandemic has not resulted in fewer great results for our clients. To demonstrate the growth and continued success of the firm, Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes attorneys Vandana Saunders (https://loisllc.com/attorney/vandana-saunders/), Connor Wetherington (https://loisllc.com/attorney/connor-wetherington/), Bailey Ott, and Steve McLi...
Episode 40: Back on Track
June 19, 2020 12:00 - 48 minutes - 22.3 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes Lois Law Firm Partner and Construction Practice (https://loisllc.com/practice/construction-defense/) Group Leader Tashia Rasul (https://loisllc.com/attorney/tashia-rasul/) back to the Third Fridays podcast. Together, Christian and Tashia learn about “Back on Track,” a new initiative from Willis Towers Watson. Willis Towers Watson is a leading global advisory, broker, and solutions company that helps clients around the wo...
Episode 39: More Coronavirus Impact on Workers' Compensation Claim Litigation
May 22, 2020 18:00 - 30 minutes - 14 MBWe live in a COVID-19 quarantine world now, so host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) is taking a “business as usual” approach with the second iteration of the Third Fridays podcast using remote appearances from guests. This month, Jeremy Janis and Adam Lowenstein discuss their recent litigation wins at the Appellate Division level. With practical advice to use in an impractical world, Christian can’t help but call foul on a new Board Panel Decision refuting the ...
Episode 38: COVID-19 and New York Workers' Compensation Claims
April 17, 2020 10:00 - 42 minutes - 19.7 MBHost Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) is joined by Tashia Rasul (https://loisllc.com/attorney/tashia-rasul/) to discuss practical aspects of handling COVID-19 claims before the New York Workers' Compensation Board. What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm (https://loisllc.com/) featuring moderator Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/). It is the original forum in which re...
Episode 37: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and New York Workers' Compensation
March 20, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 15 MBHost Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) is joined by Andrea Abudayeh to discuss the impact of coronavirus pandemic on New York workers' compensation claims (https://loisllc.com/practice/new-jersey-workers-compensation-defense/) and the Workers' Compensation board's reponse. What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm (https://loisllc.com/) featuring moderator Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorn...
Episode 36: Appellate Strategy: Review of Recent Decisions
February 21, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 17 MBAttorney Declan Gourley (https://loisllc.com/attorney/declan-gourley/) joins Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) for an in-depth discussion of appellate strategy in New York, by discussing reversals of interest to employers. What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm (https://loisllc.com/) featuring moderator Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/). It is the original forum in ...
Episode 35: New York's No Fault Law and Workers' Compensation Loss Transfer
January 17, 2020 11:00 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this episode, host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) welcomes attorney Christopher Major (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/) to the podcast to take an in-depth look at loss transfer litigation between workers' compensation and motor vehicle carriers. What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm (https://loisllc.com/) featuring moderator Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/chr...
Episode 34: Reimbursement and Subrogation in New York Workers' Compensation Cases
December 20, 2019 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) and Christopher Major (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/) discuss the basics of subrogation and reimbursement in New York workers' compensation cases (https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/). This audio comes from a live discussion presented to the LOIS firm's clients on December 16, 2019. Happy Holidays everyone! What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute le...
Episode 33: Risk Transfer in New York Workers' Compensation
November 22, 2019 11:00 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) is joined by Christopher Major (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/) to discuss risk transfer opportunities in New York workers' compensation cases (https://loisllc.com/practice/new-york-workers-compensation-defense/). What is “Third Fridays”? "Third Fridays" podcast is a live, 30-minute legal talk show from Lois Law Firm (https://loisllc.com/) featuring moderator Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christ...
Episode 32: Scheduled Loss of Use in New York Update
October 18, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBOn October 4th, the New York Workers’ Compensation Board issued a Subject Number that addressed the age-old decision of how we close cases when schedule and non-schedule body parts are established. Host Christian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) recaps where we were when the landmark 2018 Appellate Division case of Taher v Yiota Taxi was decided. The ensuing chaos that enveloped even the most experienced practitioners resulted in unreliable decisions across the State. Chr...
Episode 31: Attorney Development Programs
September 20, 2019 10:00 - 37 minutes - 17.2 MBChristian Sison (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christian-sison/) is joined by his co-chair, Joseph Melchionne (https://loisllc.com/attorney/joseph-melchionne/), of the 2019 Mock Trial Program at LOIS. The final event of the Program involved the recording of a podcast episode for 3 sets of finalists. The winning podcast involved Attorney Christopher Major (https://loisllc.com/attorney/christopher-major/) and Paralegal Monica Shea. The 4-member panel go through an oral argument on appeal, answer...