Attorneys appealing workers’ compensation decisions to the circuit court must be well versed in the procedural rules and possess a firm understanding of what strategies are most likely to result in successful outcomes to effectively advocate for their clients. Unfortunately, though, inadvertent missteps often result in losses in workers’ compensation appeals.
Whether you're initiating an appeal or defending against one, knowing what actions to take and what to avoid can significantly impact the outcome of your case. You can learn more about how to navigate the appellate process with confidence in Dos and Don'ts of Circuit Court Appeals, presented as part of MSBA’s virtual program, 2024 Hot Tips in Workers’ Compensation on Thursday, May 9th. Our experienced faculty will provide invaluable insights, practical guidance, and real-world examples to provide you with the clarity you need regarding the workers’ compensation appeals.
In addition to insight on circuit court appeals, this virtual event, hosted by MSBA’s Negligence Insurance and Workers’ Compensation Section, will offer in-depth information on numerous issues impacting workers’ compensation attorneys. Topics like Data Breach 101 and New Cases will help you mitigate risks and ensure compliance with changes in workers’ compensation law.
Our presenters will also explore the impact of Professional Rules of Conduct on your practice and the evolving landscape of Cannabis Use in the context of workers' compensation. They will also provide strategies for handling Emergency Hearings, Re-hearings, & Modifications, and explore the complexities of Average Weekly Wage calculations.
Moreover, they address issues surrounding claims arising out of Shoulder Injuries and examine the intersection of Psychiatric Treatment for Non-Psych Injuries with workers’ compensation claims. The Hon. Maureen Quinn, Chair of the Workers' Compensation Commission at the State of Maryland will provide Commission Updates as well.
The program will also feature an in-depth look at the MSBA Settlement Generator, an innovative tool designed to streamline the settlement process for workers’ compensation cases.
You can learn more about Hot Tips in Workers Compensation and register here.
If you can’t attend the live virtual program in May it will be available on demand for you to review at your convenience. You can pre-purchase the on-demand version here.
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