Third Fridays Lois Law Firm

Christian Sison welcomes LOIS Partner Tim Kane back to the Third Fridays podcast to discuss a recent Board Panel Decision that reversed a disallowance of a COVID-19 claim, forcing liability to a municipality employer. Kane discusses the similarities and differences between this new case and a COVID-19 death claim he litigated to conclusion and victory for his employer. How can employers remain vigilant in defending these claims? Have a listen!





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 law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.
Special Guest: Tim Kane.

An interesting Appellate Division opinion was issued in the case of Garofalo v Verizon New York, Inc. On the surface, the Appellate Division reversed a finding of the Workers' Compensation Board based on expert witnesses using an outdated set of Guidelines to comment on permanent impairment. However, when host Christian Sison met with Jeremy Janis and Connor Wetherington, the 3 attorneys developed an interesting discussion on the concept of loading schedule loss of use. Listen to how the 3 LOIS attorneys would combat the prospect of making a pinky finger injury into an award for a hand injury.





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 law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.
Special Guests: Connor Wetherington and Jeremy Janis.

Christian Sison welcomes fellow LOIS Attorneys Tomer Lehr and Brian Mooney to the podcast for a discussion on how effective a timely cross-examination request of an expert witness can truly be. The 3 practitioners elevate a Court of Appeals Decision to provide spirited and focused efforts for their clients. Don’t get stuck with the findings made by an opposing expert; have a listen!





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 law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.
Special Guests: Brian Robert Mooney and Tomer Lehr.

Christian Sison previews this year’s Mock Trial program with last year’s champion, Ryan Wallace. Ryan goes back in time to give his thoughts on how he was able to achieve the first place prize last year. As the co-chair of this year’s program, how did Ryan’s experience help him determine the challenge that 45 participants have for the next several months? Tune in to find out!





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 law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.
Special Guest: Ryan Wallace.

A recent Board Panel Decision overturned a Judge’s ruling that the claimant had a compensable repetitive use claim. Christian Sison is joined Senior Associate 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 for a positional advantage in litigation.





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 law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.
Special Guests: Brenna O'Brien and Olivia Barna.

Host Christian Sison welcomes fellow Lois Partner 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!





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 law trends, practical litigation strategies, and hot topics.
Special Guest: Jeremy Janis.