Pennsylvania Association for Justice

Congratulations to the PAJ Amicus on the Schmidt v Schmidt (WCAB) winThe Pennsylvania Supreme Court upheld the reimbursement of CBD oil under Section 306(f.1) of the Pennsylvania Workers Compensation Act. The court's ruling emphasizes that any item included in a healthcare provider's treatment plan for a work-related injury qualifies as "medicines and supplies" under the broad definition in Section 306(f.1)(1)(i). The PAJ Amicus brief writer was Larry R. Chaban, Esq. of AlpernSchubert P.C. P.C. Trial and appellate counsel was Mark R. Schmidt, Esq. of Schmidt, Kirifides & Rassias. Click below to read the opinion ?? https://lnkd.in/ewmui9c2

Sepsis ranks among the top causes of mortality in contemporary healthcare. Despite this alarming statistic, countless patients in American hospitals endure suffering and even death from a condition that can be identified early and effectively managed with established, evidence-based interventions. This essay marks the beginning of a three-part series by PAJ President Elect Eric Weitz that will explore the sepsis crisis and advocate for practical measures hospitals should be taking to prevent sepsis, one of America’s leading causes of death. Read More ?? https://lnkd.in/ePzk9VJh

Preventable medical errors pose a significant challenge within the healthcare sector. The Joint Commission (TJC) mandates that hospitals under its purview report incidents that are unrelated to a patient's existing health issues or conditions. In her article, Karesa Rovnan emphasizes the necessity of fostering a culture of safety across all healthcare systems, advocating for an environment where open discussions regarding sentinel events are commonplace. Read more below ??: https://lnkd.in/eAWeF8Ew

Members, join us in State College for the 2025 Spring Member Meeting. The quarterly will be hosted at the picturesque Nittany Lion Inn nestled in the oak grove. Registration now open! Full Schedule & Registration ?? https://lnkd.in/eC4JNnQJ

Preventable medical errors continue to rank as the third leading cause of death in the United States, resulting in approximately 250,000 fatalities each year. By reallocating resources and attention from the size of malpractice verdicts to prevention and accountability, healthcare systems could achieve significant cost savings compared to the expenses associated with large verdicts, ultimately safeguarding both patients and healthcare professionals. Read President-Elect Eric Weitz of The Weitz Firm, LLC's full article here: https://lnkd.in/eWyKDG9F

Every March Patient Safety Awareness Week is an annual recognition event, intended to encourage everyone to learn more about health care safety.

PAJ celebrates International Women's Day! IWD is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. #IWD2025?#AccelerateAction

Cathy O'Donnell excels not only as a skilled trial attorney but also as a committed volunteer in her community. She is motivated not by the desire for accolades, but by her passion for assisting others and her conviction that communities thrive when united. This belief inspired her journey to become a lawyer, a devoted wife, and a nurturing mother, all while relentlessly working to support those around her. She exemplifies the profound influence trial lawyers have on our lives, extending their impact far beyond the confines of the courtroom. Read more here ?? https://lnkd.in/euFUWSeH

This March we observe and highlight the contributions of women in history and contemporary society.