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William L. Phalen Represents Claimant and Affirms A Post Award Order Under Workers Compensation Act

The Law Office of William L. Phalen protected another workers right to fair treatment under the Workers Compensation Act. A claimant represented by William L. Phalen was affirmed their original Post Award Order after the respondent attempted to fight it. 

The claimant was granted an award in 2017 after a 2011 workplace injury occurred. The respondent in this case attempted to

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September 10, 2019

Are Work-Related Car Accidents Covered by Workers’ Comp?

Some individuals drive a vehicle in the course of their employment. Think of a salesperson who is on the road making sales calls, a delivery driver who is transporting company goods or products or a business executive who is driving to an off-site meeting. What happens if the worker is involved in an accident and sustains an injury? Who pays

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September 3, 2019

Which Expenses Does Workers’ Compensation Cover?

If you’re like many workers, you probably know that workers’ compensation insurance provides wage replacement and medical benefits if you’re injured while on the job. However, you might not be aware of the full scope of the benefits you may be entitled to under the law. While specific benefits vary from state to state, workers’ comp will generally cover the

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August 27, 2019

You Have the Right to Appeal a Workers’ Compensation Claim Denial

When you file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits, you can’t expect your employer to serve your best interests — in fact, your employer, insurance company representative and company-approved doctors will all seek ways to reduce your benefits or even deny your claim. 

In too many cases, employees who receive a notice of a denial of benefits do not understand their

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August 20, 2019

5 Ways to Get a Workers’ Compensation Claim Denied

Workers’ compensation laws are in place to ensure that employees who incur a job-related injury or illness receive wage replacement and medical benefits where applicable. However, employers will pursue every available avenue to avoid providing these benefits to their workers. Here are five examples that illustrate when your employer could deny your workers’ compensation claim.

Late Reporting and Filing

A denial of

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August 13, 2019

Injured Worker To Receive Treatment

A Kansas worker will receive medical care for work-related injuries from a specifically requested authorized treating physician (ATP) as appointed by the court following a Preliminary Hearing Order. The Claimant, a Kansas laborer who suffered a knee injury while working in a delivery based business, suffered this on-the-job injury in early 2013.

The Claimant immediately reported the incident and requested to

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August 9, 2019

What Are the Different Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Kansas?

If you are injured on the job, workers’ compensation is an essential tool for keeping you financially stable. Whether you are suffering from a temporary partial disability or permanent total disability, getting the compensation benefits you deserve may help ensure you can stay in your home, pay your bills and continue to live your life.

However, getting the compensation you deserve

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August 6, 2019

Injured Worker to Receive Weekly Benefits

A Kansas worker will be receiving weekly temporary total disability checks following a Preliminary Hearing Order. The Kansas worker hurt her back while attempting to move a cabinet at work. The Kansas worker was given physical work restrictions by the authorized treating physician and her employer agreed to allow her to work within those restrictions. However, shortly

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April 16, 2019

CONGRATULATIONS Levi – ADDY Award Recipient, PSU Student, Phalen Law Firm Student Employee

Levi DeWitt, Pittsburg State University student and law clerk here in the Phalen office recently submitted original videos to the American Ad Federation's Addy Award competition. Each of the three videos he submitted received awards including a silver award for video effects and a gold award for a music video.

Additionally, his Coca-Cola themed animation received the Judge's

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February 28, 2019

Work Comp Claimant Award Affirmed on Appeal

A Kansas assembly line worker who suffered injuries to both upper extremities will continue to receive Temporary Total Disability checks and medical treatment following an Appeals Board Order handed down today. The Claimant, a Kansas laborer who suffered repetitive use injuries while working with her arms both above and below her head, was awarded weekly benefit checks while she

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February 14, 2019

Social Security Disability Applications

Most people know that a Social Security Representative can assist with your disability appeal or hearing, but did you know that our office also assists with initial applications? Many individuals find Social Security Disability's initial application process overwhelming. The application is usually completed online and can take up to 2 hours to complete. This can seem daunting

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January 31, 2019

Fewer Fatalities in Missouri Crashes in 2018

In statistics recently released by the Missouri Department of Transportation, fewer people were killed in Missouri traffic crashes in 2018. The number of individuals killed in car wrecks in Missouri was down to 918. This is a slight decrease from 2017, but still a staggering statistic.

The DOT points to increased seat belt usage as a factor

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January 23, 2019

Kansas Work Comp Claimant Awarded Benefits / Future Medical

Following a crushing injury to his right leg, a Kansas workers compensation claimant sought the representation of William L. Phalen. Phalen refused to accept the minimal impairment rating offered by the Claimant's work comp authorized surgeon and sought a second opinion on behalf of his client. The judge averaged the two ratings and awarded the Claimant a 15.5%

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January 16, 2019

Starting the Year with Settlements and Benefit Awards

Insurance companies are often anxious to settle cases at the end of the year, but we don't stop there. We have started 2019 just the same way we ended 2018… finalizing workers compensation claims to get money into the pockets of our clients. This week alone has seen over $136,000.00 in settlements for Kansas and Missouri workers compensation

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January 10, 2019

Closed for Veteran’s Day

We at the Law Office of William L. Phalen would like to take a moment to appreciate those who have served in the armed forces.  There are few things as honorable as being willing to dedicate oneself to protecting your country and fighting for freedom.  We are so grateful to all our troops! In appreciation of our veterans, our office will Read More

November 9, 2018

Awards Upheld for a Kansas Worker After Appeal

A July preliminary hearing order from Administrative Law Judge Steven Roth awarding an injured Kansas worker temporary total disability (TTD), medical treatment and payment of medical bills was upheld on appeal.  The Kansas worker sustained injury to her back, neck, head, brain and hips as well as other body parts. However, her employer and the insurance company appealed the workman's comp Read More

October 22, 2018

Fighting for Kansas Workers – Phalen Appears before the Work Comp Appeals Board

It may be a short week, but William Phalen has been putting in long hours fighting for workers' rights.  Workers compensation docket was held yesterday in Independence.  Several Phalen clients had issues heard ranging from Temporary Total Disability weekly payments and medical treatment following an injury to reimbursement of medical mileage and even payment for hearing aids in a post Read More

September 6, 2018

Phalen to Appear Before Workers Compensation Appeals Board

William L. Phalen will once again appear before the Kansas Workers Compensation Appeals Board to present oral arguments on behalf of an injured Kansas worker.  Tomorrow oral arguments will be heard by the Work Comp Appeals Board in Topeka.  William Phalen will appear on behalf of the Claimant. In this matter, the Respondent is attempting to deny the injured worker's right Read More

April 18, 2018

What Is the Statute of Limitation for Injuries From a Car Accident?

What Is the Statute of Limitation for Injuries From a Car Accident?

The term “statute of limitations” refers to the state legislation that limits how long plaintiffs have to file a claim in court. Kansas uses the same statute of limitations for personal injury and car accidents, so under section 60-513 of Kansas Statutes, you have two years in which you can pursue a claim for damage to your car

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April 9, 2018

Can You Get Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Psychological Component Injuries?

Although our understanding of mental illness has improved considerably, getting workers’ compensation for a physical injury is still easier, in many cases, than getting benefits for a psychological or mental illness conditions such as depression or other illnesses. Nevertheless, getting workers’ compensation benefits for psychological issues is possible. Getting benefits for a physical injury is usually easier because it can be Read More

March 26, 2018

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