This case involved a Claimant who sustained multiple injuries following 40-foot fall. In the course of treatment with his ophthalmologist for an occipital lobe concussion and spots in his vision, the doctor ordered hyperbaric oxygen therapy (exposure to pure oxygen while in a casket-like tank) and
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Congratulations to Civil Litigation Managing Partner, Hayley Lewis Folmar, for a recent Summary Judgment on a Georgia exclusive remedy exception case. In this case, the Georgia State Court agreed with the Defendant; Plaintiff did not qualify for an exception to the exclusive remedy of workers’
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McConnaughhay, Coonrod Partner Laura Buck was successful in defending ongoing benefits following MMI. This case involved a truck driver who was involved in a work-related motor vehicle accident that was categorized as minor. The Claimant sought medical care for cervical and low back strains, and
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McConnaughhay, Coonrod, Weaver & Stern, P.A. is pleased to announce that Lily Davis has joined the firm as an associate in our Tallahassee Office. She is a 2020 graduate of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University College of Law where she received her J.D. degree and a 2002 graduate
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McConnaughhay, Coonrod, Weaver & Stern, P.A. is pleased to announce the selection of two firm partners as 2025 Best Lawyers. James N. McConnaughhay and R. Stephen Coonrod were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Workers
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McConnaughhay Coonrod Partner Suzanne Gutierrez was successful in defending compensation on a pre-existing condition. Here’s a brief overview of the case: The issues pending were compensability of the Claimant’s lumbar condition and need for surgery as well as compensability of his cervical
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Here’s where you can find our attorneys: Tuesday, August 20th Obstacles to Settlement – Moderated by Taysha Carmody. Wednesday, August 21st Health Care Provider Fraud: From Overutilization to Unscrupulous Billing Practices – Includes Ralph Douglas as a panelist. Monday, August
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McConnaughhay Coonrod Associate Natalie Yong was successful in obtaining a Summary Final Order. Here’s a brief overview of the case: Prior to the filing of a Petition for Benefits, the Employer/Carrier authorized and agreed to pay for the provision of the medical device. The Claimant’s
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McConnaughhay Coonrod Partner Ryan Davis was successful in defending against disability benefits following fraudulent behavior. Here’s a brief overview of the case: Following a compensable accident in 1979, the Claimant relocated to Texas and underwent a lumbar fusion. The Carrier voluntarily
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