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Host 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 worth a listen, if you feel that an Appellate Division appeal is in your wheelhouse!

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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 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. Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.

Host 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!

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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 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. Special Guest: Tim Kane.

To 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-yacyshyn/) to round out the year. From procedural wins to substantive wins, to a "grab bag" win, what momentum can we build into 2024?

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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 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. Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Christopher Major.

For 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!

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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 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. Special Guest: Noah Pollack.

Christian 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!

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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 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. Special Guest: Jessica Blydenburgh.

Connor 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 Rochester journey, LOIS prevailed again! Have a listen.

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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 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. Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Connor Wetherington.

The 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?

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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 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. Special Guests: Alexa Cintron, Cory Benavides, Josh Roman, Priyanki Rana, Ryan Wallace, and Tomer Lehr.

Risk 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-saunders/) and Priyanki Rana, Daniel Gillis (https://loisllc.com/attorney/daniel-gillis/) and Melissa Gannon, and Hannah Bacon (https://loisllc.com/attorney/hannah-bacon/) and Loriana Diaz. Vandana, Daniel, and Hannah create a timeline of their efforts that create a true “no future exposure” outcome for their clients. Enjoy!

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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 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. Special Guests: Christopher Major, Daniel Gillis, Hannah Bacon, and Vandana Saunders.

Christian 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 LOIS Law Firm contributed to a remarkable victory for a New York insurance carrier and employer. Have a listen!

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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 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. Special Guest: Anthony Iler.

The 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 Paralegal Minute returns for a new segment with Markeitha Joseph and Julia Prisco. Markeitha and Julia play the “3000 Questions About Me” game to talk about the paralegal perspective at LOIS on how claims are handled. Have a listen!

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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 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. Special Guests: Jeremy Janis, Julia Prisco, Markeitha Joseph, and Michael DGinto.

On 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 approach to fighting with each other, being there for each other, and contributing to the progress of each other.

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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 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. Special Guests: Alexa Cintron and Tomer Lehr.

Host 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 succeed in a volume-driven industry. 

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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 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. Special Guests: Mark Pew and Robert Wilson.

This 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 industry practitioners Cory Benavides (https://loisllc.com/attorney/cory-benavides/) and Addison O'Donnell (https://loisllc.com/attorney/addison-odonnell/) in a discussion of what could be a changing of the guard!

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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 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. Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Cory Benavides.

Christian 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 Governor's desk by the end of the year.

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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 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. Special Guest: Steve McLinden.

Christian 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 involving a snake side business.

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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 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. Special Guest: Adam Lowenstein.

Senior 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!

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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 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. Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.

Christian 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!

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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 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. Special Guest: Noah Pollack.

Christian 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 established! Listen to the 3 attorneys analyze the potential scenarios that led to these respective positions, to see how a strategic defense theory can work in unintended ways!

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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 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. Special Guests: Addison O’Donnell and Christopher Major.

The 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 champions?

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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 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. Special Guests: Connor Wetherington, Kyung Jae Han, and Nathalie Thomas.

Christian 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!

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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 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. Special Guest: Christopher Major.