ED Talks 1.0

Different Viewpoints on Workers’ Compensation

The first in a new series of talks on Workers’ Compensation Law 2015 and its practical implications, presented by Nicosia Law, P.C.

A Treating Physician’s Perspective Regarding the WCB’s New York Non-Acute Pain Medical Treatment Guidelines

John D. Markman, M.D.
Pain Management Specialist
University of Rochester Medical Center

Dr. Markman will focus on how the WCB has attempted to address a WC claimant’s continued use of prescription medications.

Identifying Work-Related PTSD and Stress

Kimberly D. Kalish, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Kalish will review the diagnostic criteria required to make these diagnoses and the ways to successfully treat them.

The Link Between Employee Wellness and Injury Prevention

Tiffany Passmore, M.S.
Manager, Leave Administration & Wellness
Rochester Regional Health System

Ms. Passmore will discuss the connection between employee wellness, employee safety and the reduction of WC costs.

Understanding ACCES-VR And Its Successful Employment Strategies for the Workers’ Compensation Claimant

Jennifer Geiger, M.S.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
NYS Department of Education

Ms. Geiger will describe the services
available to help rehabilitate a WC claimant and the process associated with it.

How to Avoid a Lawsuit Involving the Workers’ Compensation Claimant

Nelson Thomas, Esq.
Partner
Thomas & Solomon LLP

Mr. Thomas represents employees in all aspects of employment litigation. He will identify the employment-related legal implications which may arise from a WC claim beyond the WCB hearing process.

Treating Dental Injuries, Work-Related and Non Work-Related

Nicholas E. Nicosia, D.D.S.
Nicosia Dental

Dr. Nicosia will discuss the more common injuries that could arise from a traumatic event at work. He will provide a before and after case study of one of his own patients who had a WC claim.