When you’re hurt on the job, you don’t deserve to be out of work while you recover with no means of income. Worker’s compensation in Kansas covers several areas and expenses you may have after an injury: Temporary Partial Disability Benefits: If you can return to work in some capacity after your injury but are earning less because your injury Read More

If you suffer an on-the-job injury, your employer is responsible for your medical care.  For many injuries this may involve no more than a few doctors appointments or a prescription.  However, for many receiving workers compensation, an injury doesn't resolve quickly.  Your injury may require on-going or "future" medical care. Recently, William Phalen fought specifically for a Kansas claimant's right to Read More

If you were injured on the job, you might be asking yourself some of these frequently asked questions about workers’ compensation. Do I Qualify for Workers’ Compensation? If you’re a traditional employee, you’ll get workers’ compensation coverage. By law, your employer must pay for workers’ compensation coverage for you, even if you’re a part-time employee or contracted apprentice. There are some exceptions, Read More

Our offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2018 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.  We will reopen on Tuesday at 8:00 am.

William L. Phalen appeared before the Kansas Court of Appeals in Kansas City yesterday on behalf of an injured Kansas worker.  Mr. Phalen presented Oral Arguments in the workers compensation appeal.  Additionally, tomorrow he will appear before the Kansas Workers Compensation Appeals Board in Topeka to present Oral Arguments on behalf of another injured Kansas worker.  Phalen Law Firm takes Read More

If you're injured on the job, workers’ compensation is meant to protect you. All employers, regardless of the size of workplace, are required to maintain workers’ compensation for all eligible employees. The only exceptions in Kansas include some sectors, such as agriculture, and employers with payrolls of under $20,000. You should be covered even if you work for a small business Read More

William and Pamela Phalen are proud supporters of the local community and are driven to give back whenever possible.  An alumni of Pittsburg State University, Mr. Phalen makes every effort to support the University that is such a vital part of the Pittsburg area.  This is why Phalen Law Firm regularly employs Pittsburg State University students and interns headed towards Read More

What To Do If Your Workers' Compensation Claim Was Initially Denied If your workers’ compensation claim was initially denied, you can still get compensation. You also have recourse if you were granted workers’ compensation benefits but they are lower than you expect. Understand Why Your Claim Was Denied Some of the most common reasons claims are denied include: Lack of Documentation: If no Read More

Fighting for Fair Compensation If you're injured on the job, workers’ compensation is available to offer you benefits and support. Workers’ compensation in Kansas is designed to ensure injured workers get benefits and avoid having to pursue a legal claim in court against their employer, even if the employer was liable for the injuries. Workers’ compensation protects employees by offering income while Read More

One last settlement hearing before Thanksgiving break is bringing much deserved compensation to an injured Kansas worker.  The claimant, represented by William Phalen, suffered a permanent total disability and the claim is settling today for nearly $120,000.00.  Don't accept a smaller rating or undervalued offer without seeking a second opinion.  When insurance companies seek to minimize your injuries, the Law Read More

November has brought it's share of settlement hearings for Kansas workers compensation claimants.  Earlier this month, in one day alone, William Phalen secured nearly $270,000.00 for Kansas workers injured while on the job.  Tomorrow will bring even more long-awaited resolution for an injured worker when his case is settled at hearing. Additionally fully-favorable decisions for social security claimants following their hearings Read More

Our offices will be closed on Friday November 10, 2017 in observance of Veteran's Day.  We will reopen at 8:00 am on Monday November 13, 2017.  We are truly grateful for the service and sacrifice of our nation's brave veterans.

Our offices will be closed on Monday October 9, 2017 in observance of Columbus Day.  We will reopen at 8:00 am on Tuesday October 10.  Have a great weekend.

In a decision rendered last week, another Kansas workers compensation claimant represented by William L. Phalen received an award of the maximum compensation in the State of Kansas.  The award, totaling $155,000.00, represents a permanent total general body disability sustained by the Kansas worker for injuries he suffered on the job. A laborer for a local food manufacturer, the claimant was Read More