Legal Question in Workers Comp in Pennsylvania

workers compensation appeals

what is the success rate for workers compensation appeals. do you go infront of the same judge.


Asked on 5/17/04, 1:54 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Andrew Solomon Law Office of Andrew A. Solomon

Re: workers compensation appeals

Generally the success rate for WC appeals is not high. A claimant must prove that the WCJ made an error of law in rendering his decision. Questions of credibility are not grounds for reversal. The appeal is before a panel of three commissioners who sit on the Workers Comp. Appeal Board. Whether or not you have a chance on appeal depends on the facts of your case.

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Answered on 5/17/04, 3:07 pm


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