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PA Employer’s Right to Subrogation is “Absolute”

The Workcomp Writer

Since the employer’s outlay for workers’ compensation benefits exceeded the $150,000 held in escrow, all the funds (after payment of litigation expenses) had to be paid over to the employer. The employer remained liable for Claimant’s ongoing wage loss and for medical expenses directly attributable to the work injury.

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Medical Marijuana Within the Context of Workers’ Compensation Claims

The Workcomp Writer

It is, of course, one thing for a state to allow the use of marijuana in the treatment of injuries and diseases, but quite another to require employers and/or insurers to reimburse injured workers in connection with a workers’ compensation claim. The appellate court disagreed with the employer’s premise. 3d 924 (N.M.