In a claim where the carrier accepted medical liability for a left knee sprain, Claimant attempted to expand the work injury to include a meniscus tear requiring surgery. Claimant relied on medical reports from three treating physicians to support his allegations. Attorney Aoun presented medical expert testimony. His meticulous questioning persuaded the Judge that the tear could not have possibly arisen from the work incident. Furthermore, cross examination of the Claimant by both Attorneys Aoun and Farinaro at different hearings highlighted discrepancies in the way that the Claimant reported the mechanism of injury to his treating doctors. Attorney Farinaro wrote the winning brief.

Ultimately, the Judge not only agreed that the meniscus tear pre-dated the accident, but she also agreed that the Claimant’s actual work injury had fully resolved. This favorable Decision saved the carrier from having to pay for knee surgery, post-surgical rehabilitation, and likely wage loss benefits while the Claimant recovered.

Questions about this case can be directed to Marc Aoun at 610.332.7006 or maoun@tthlaw.com or to Cailey Farinaro at 610.332.7008 or cfarinaro@tthlaw.com.