Vol. 30, No. 4, April 2026

Delaware

by Linda L. Wilson, Esq.


Has the Board Misread Gilliard‑Belfast for 25 Years?

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Florida

by Blake J. Hood, Esq.


First District Court of Appeal Reverses Attendant Care Award Recommended in Independent Medical Evaluation Report

Tri City Elec. Contractors Inc. v. Gondek, No. 1D2024-2352, 2026 WL 513579 (Fla. 1st DCA Feb. 25, 2026)

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New Jersey

by Kiara K. Hartwell, Esq.


Appellate Division Affirms Interlocutory Order Disqualifying Law Firm

Arboleda v. Paychex, No. A-0085-25 (February 25, 2026)

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Court Clarifies What Constitutes a Clear Waiver of Section 40 Right

Tomaselli v. Petco, No. A-2252-24 (April 3, 2026)

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Pennsylvania

by Francis X. Wickersham, Esq.


A Dispenser of Durable Medical Equipment is Not a Health Care Provider Under Section 109 of the Act and Therefore May Not Seek Recourse Through the Medical Fee Review Process

Scomed Supply v. Hartford Accident & Indemnity Co. and Sedgwick Claims Management Services (Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Fee Review Hearing Office); No. 79 C.D. 2025; filed April 16, 2026; by Judge Wolf. 

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PENNSYLVANIA HEART AND LUNG ACT CLAIMS

In addition to handling traditional workers’ compensation claims, our attorneys also advise local municipalities and counties throughout Pennsylvania on heart and lung claims. The Heart and Lung Act provides full wage loss benefits to certain eligible municipal, county and state workers who are injured in the performance of their job duties. With a depth of experience in this area, we are well versed in the associated law and adept at defending clients facing these types of claims. Our attorneys understand the complex interplay between the Pennsylvania Heart and Lung Act and the Workers’ Compensation Act and will provide the necessary guidance in pre-litigation settings, address all issues to challenge entitlement to Heart and Lung benefits, and explain its impact on a workers’ compensation claim. Our approach focuses on mitigating future exposure and providing practical advice to avoid pitfalls in handling Heart and Lung Act claims. We work with our clients to evaluate and achieve reasonable resolution of both the heart and lung and worker’s compensation claims, as well as address any subrogation issues.


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(717) 651-3511

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