Montgomery County, PA, has a little bit of everything—manufacturing plants, construction sites, hospitals, retail stores, and office buildings. With so many industries operating here, workplace injuries are a real risk. Some workers slip and fall on job sites, while others develop long-term injuries from repetitive tasks. Beyond work-related accidents, people in Montgomery County also face personal injury situations like car crashes, slip and falls in public places, or accidents caused by someone else’s negligence.
No matter the cause of your injury—whether it happened on the job or elsewhere—it can leave you with medical bills piling up and a paycheck that suddenly stops. The good news is that workers’ compensation benefits can help if you were hurt at work, and if your injury happened outside of work due to someone else’s fault, personal injury claims may apply.
Pennsylvania law is supposed to protect injured employees by covering medical expenses and part of their lost wages through workers’ comp. But getting those benefits isn’t always simple. Employers and insurance companies often push back, delay payments, or even deny claims outright. For personal injury claims, insurance companies can be just as tough to deal with.
If you’re facing these challenges, a Montgomery workers’ compensation attorney or a personal injury attorney can help. At Ethen Ostroff Law, we handle both types of cases and focus on getting injured people the support and compensation they deserve—because when you’re hurt and out of work, waiting isn’t an option.
Montgomery County, PA, is one of the largest and most populous counties in the state, with over 850,000 residents. It’s home to top employers in industries such as healthcare, education, manufacturing, and technology. Major institutions like Abington-Jefferson Health, Merck & Co., and Lockheed Martin contribute to the county’s strong economic foundation. The county also boasts a well-educated workforce, with over 50% of residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.
The county’s strategic location, just northwest of Philadelphia, makes it a prime area for economic growth and innovation. With easy access to major highways and public transportation, Montgomery County continues to attract businesses and professionals alike. The area also offers a high quality of life, with a wide range of cultural attractions, shopping centers, and outdoor recreational activities, making it a desirable place to live and work.
With a growing workforce across diverse industries, Montgomery County sees its share of workplace injuries. Employees in fields like healthcare, construction, and manufacturing often face job-related hazards, leading to injuries that may require medical treatment and time off work. Every day, workers across Pennsylvania clock in expecting a normal shift—but for thousands, the day ends in pain, uncertainty, and medical bills they never saw coming. In 2023 alone:
Behind every statistic is a person whose life just got harder. If you’ve been hurt at work, you shouldn’t have to fight for the support you need.
Back in 1915, Pennsylvania workers faced a brutal reality—if you got hurt on the job, you had to sue your boss and prove it was their fault just to get medical care. Most couldn’t, leaving families destitute. The Workers’ Compensation Act changed everything by creating a simple trade: workers get guaranteed medical treatment and partial pay when injured, while employers get protection from lawsuits. Over the years, the system grew to cover illnesses caused by work too, finally giving workers real security.
Today, nearly every Pennsylvania employer must carry workers’ comp insurance (with a few exceptions like railroad jobs). Whether through private insurers or the state fund, this coverage kicks in from a worker’s very first day, whether it’s a sudden accident or a slow-developing condition like carpal tunnel. It’s not perfect, but that 1915 solution still means one crucial thing: if you get hurt working, you won’t be left to fight alone.
Workers’ compensation covers a wide range of injuries and illnesses caused by your job. Whether it’s a sudden accident or a condition that develops over time, you may be eligible for benefits. Some of the most common injuries covered include:
Workers’ compensation helps with most work-related injuries, but not all. You might not be covered if:
A Montgomery workers’ compensation attorney can help determine if your injury qualifies for benefits.
Most employees in Pennsylvania are covered by workers’ compensation from their first day on the job, whether they work full-time, part-time, seasonally, or temporarily. To qualify, the injury or illness must be directly related to the job.
Some workers are not covered, including:
If you’re unsure about your coverage, a PA Montgomery County workers’ comp lawyer can break it down and walk you through the process.
Workers’ compensation in Pennsylvania provides:
If you’re dealing with a work injury, a Montgomery County workers’ comp attorney can walk you through the process and make sure you get the benefits you need.
The process of filing a workers’ compensation claim in Montgomery County follows the standard procedures set by Pennsylvania law. Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide to help you understand what to do after a workplace injury.
If you need help during this process, a Montgomery workers’ compensation attorney can assist you. You can also check your claim status or access forms through the Workers’ Compensation Automation and Integration System (WCAIS) portal or call the Pennsylvania Bureau of Workers’ Compensation at 800-482-2383 for assistance.
In Montgomery County, workers’ compensation claims are sometimes denied for reasons that follow Pennsylvania-wide trends. Here are some of the most common causes:
To challenge a denied workers’ compensation claim in Montgomery County, follow this process outlined by Pennsylvania’s rules and local procedures:
For assistance, contact a Montgomery County workers’ comp attorney.
If you were injured on the job in Montgomery County because of someone outside your employer—like a subcontractor, a driver from another company, or a faulty piece of equipment—you may be able to file a third-party claim. These claims are separate from workers’ compensation and can help you recover damages workers’ comp doesn’t cover.
Here are a few situations where a third-party claim might apply:
Third-party claims open the door to compensation for:
These damages aren’t available under workers’ comp, which only covers medical bills and partial wages.
You must notify your employer within 21 days of your injury to begin receiving workers’ compensation benefits promptly, and no later than 120 days to remain eligible. For third-party claims, you typically have up to 2 years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in Pennsylvania.
Here’s how it works:
If you win or settle a third-party case, your workers’ comp insurer may seek reimbursement for the benefits they paid—this is called subrogation. A good attorney can often negotiate to reduce what gets paid back.
At Ethen Ostroff Law, we handle both workers’ comp and third-party injury claims together, so you’re not stuck navigating two separate systems alone. Montgomery County courts expect strong evidence in negligence cases, so building your claim the right way from the start is key.
Navigating a workers’ compensation case in Montgomery County can be overwhelming, especially with Pennsylvania’s complex laws. The legal process can be confusing before you even step foot in a courtroom. Having an experienced advocate who understands the system is crucial. At Ethen Ostroff Law, our Montgomery County workers’ compensation lawyers work closely with clients to build strong cases and present them effectively before a judge. We have helped injured workers from various industries, offering legal guidance and compassionate support during difficult times.
Along with workers’ comp cases, we also handle personal injury and third-party work injury claims in Montgomery County. If your injury was caused by someone outside your employer—like a subcontractor, driver, or equipment manufacturer—you may be able to pursue additional compensation. Our Montgomery County workers’ compensation attorneys take a personalized approach, crafting legal strategies that fit each client’s circumstances. Do you need a lawyer for workers’ comp settlement in Montgomery County, PA? Contact us today to get answers to your questions—including the ones you might not have considered.
Nicholas began his post-graduate career clerking for the Honorable Linda Rovder Fleming in the Cambria County Court of Common Pleas. From there, he quickly found his calling in workers’ compensation, personal injury, and Social Security disability law—areas where he could directly impact people’s lives in moments of crisis. He’s helped clients navigate complex legal claims, including securing a settlement exceeding $300,000.
Nicholas brings clear communication, genuine empathy, and an unrelenting drive to achieve the best outcomes for his clients. Whether he’s navigating a complex workers’ comp claim or pushing for a major settlement, he brings focus, dedication, and deep legal knowledge to every case.
He’s also a proud member of Pennsylvania Advocates for Justice and remains active in various professional legal organizations. Nicholas is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania.
When he’s not fighting for the injured, Nicholas is enjoying time with his family, kicking a soccer ball around, hitting the golf course, or cheering on Pittsburgh’s local teams.
Joe Ring heads the workers’ compensation department at Ethen Ostroff Law, where he takes pride in fighting for injured workers.
Joe is a Philadelphia native and maintains deep roots in the area. As the grandson of a Philadelphia Firefighter, son of a Philadelphia public school teacher, and veteran of the United State Marine Corps, he was taught to value service, dedication, and hard work. He applies these values to every case and takes great satisfaction in representing hard-working clients with those same traits.
After obtaining his bachelor’s degree in history from St. Vincent College in Western Pennsylvania, he graduated from Villanova Law School in 2012 and, since then, has litigated hundreds of workers’ compensation hearings and trial depositions on behalf of both employers and injured workers. During this time, Mr. Ring has written articles and presented Continuing Legal Education courses on developments in Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Law. He is active in local professional organizations, and, in 2022, he served a Co-chairperson of the Philadelphia Bar Associations Workers’ Compensation Section.
Since coming to EOL in 2024, he has dedicated his practice entirely to helping injured workers navigate the system and obtain their rightful benefits.
Joe is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Brandon Zanan heads the personal injury claim department with Ethen Ostroff Law.
Brandon’s education in both law and medicine assist him in expertly representing badly injured victims. Brandon has a Master’s Degree in Forensic Medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, with a concentration in anatomy and pathology. With this knowledge, Brandon is skilled at analyzing medical records and understanding injuries that are common in personal injury claims. He uses this expertise in conjunction with listening carefully to each client’s needs, in order to fiercely advocate for clients and tell their stories when they would not otherwise have a voice.
Brandon’s background includes a variety of experience and skills in various areas of civil practice. He is the author and editor of numerous books for the George T. Bisel Publishing Company, including “Pennsylvania Damages” and the “Pennsylvania Vehicle Code Annotated,” two texts that are frequently relied on by lawyers and judges across Pennsylvania as authoritative resources on personal injury law.
Brandon is a member of the Pennsylvania and Montgomery Bar Associations. He is also a member of Pennsylvania Association for Justice, and has served as an executive board member of the Montgomery American Inn of Court.
He is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the United States District Courts for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and Middle District of Pennsylvania, the State of New Jersey, the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, and in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Brandon has represented many clients in motor vehicle, premises liability, animal bite, and products liability cases across Pennsylvania and New Jersey and has obtained outstanding results with millions of dollars recovered for his clients.
He has been named a Pennsylvania Rising Star from 2021 onward. The “Super Lawyers-Rising Star®”, list recognizes no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in each state
Brandon currently lives in Malvern with his wife Rachel and their son Max.
Effective Date: July 10, 2024
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