Workers' Compensation

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Workers' Comp Negotiations: What NOT to Do

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1 hours 29 minutes
Matthew Donnelly
With Matthew Donnelly from Dallas W. Hartman P.C.
Recorded February 23, 2026.
Product ID 101580

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Overview

8 Critical Missteps That Weaken Your Position

Stakes are high in workers' compensation negotiations, and even the smallest errors can carry big consequences. From premature settlement to mishandled liens, this course walks you through some of the most damaging mistakes. Learn how to spot and avoid pitfalls before they derail your case - register now!

  • Explore the negative impact of early and late settlements.
  • Uncover the consequences of poorly defined injuries, miscalculated costs, and improperly valued cases.
  • Gain insights on the importance of addressing liens, subrogation, and Medicare issues upfront.
  • Identify ambiguous settlement language and potential enforcement issues.

Abbreviated Agenda

Part 1:

  1. Premature or Delayed Settlements
  2. Poorly Defining the Injury
  3. Miscalculating Costs and Underestimating Future Expenses
  4. Unrealistically Valuing the Case

Part 2:

  1. Liens and Subrogation Landmines
  2. Overlooking Medicare Issues and Conditional Payments
  3. Inadequate Documentation or Preparation
  4. Sloppy Settlement Language and Enforcement Issues

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Product ID 101580

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 1.5 Total
Alabama CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 1.5 Total
California CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 2 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Florida CLE Approved 2 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Iowa CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Indiana CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Kansas CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Kentucky CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Maine CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 1.8 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Mississippi CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
Montana CLE Approved 1.5 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New Jersey CLE Approved 1.8 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New York CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 2 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Rhode Island CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Texas CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Utah CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Virginia CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Washington CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 1.5 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 1.8 Total
Wyoming CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Workers' Comp Negotiations: What NOT to Do

    Part 1:

    1. Premature or Delayed Settlements
    2. Poorly Defining the Injury
    3. Miscalculating Costs and Underestimating Future Expenses
    4. Unrealistically Valuing the Case

    Part 2:

    1. Liens and Subrogation Landmines
    2. Overlooking Medicare Issues and Conditional Payments
    3. Inadequate Documentation or Preparation
    4. Sloppy Settlement Language and Enforcement Issues

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for attorneys. Paralegals may also benefit.

Speakers

Matthew Donnelly
Matthew
Donnelly
Dallas W. Hartman P.C.
Speaker bio
Matthew Donnelly

Matthew Donnelly

Dallas W. Hartman P.C.
Matthew Donnelly

is an attorney at Dallas W. Hartman P.C., located in New Castle, Pennsylvania. He dedicates his practice exclusively to Pennsylvania workers' compensation representation. Mr. Donnelly has perspective from both sides of the aisle having previously worked for a major workers' compensation insurance defense firm. Currently, he represents injured workers seeking to obtain or defend their workers' compensation benefits in all stages of case handling, from initial client intake through appellate practice. Mr. Donnelly has previously lectured as a panel member for pre-law students at Grove City College. He earned his B.A. degree from Grove City College and his J.D. degree from Dusquesne University. Mr. Donnelly is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Mercer County Bar Association. 

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