Thomas J. Wehner, Esq., Workers’ Compensation Attorney

Workers’ Compensation Attorney Thomas J. Wehner, Esq.

I specialize in construction accident and workplace safety cases, having represented many ironworkers, rod setters, roofers and carpenters and their families. I successfully helped to make new law in Pennsylvania with respect to requiring physical therapists to follow orders on a PT prescription without deviation until they consult with the prescribing doctor akin to the duties of a pharmacist.

I worked as a roofer to put myself through college and law school. This gives me a good perspective on the challenges working men and women face in the workplace, especially with demanding physical jobs.

I have been partners with several of the best trial lawyers in the country, a number of which have been Chancellors of the Bar, leaders of the fight to make legislation which protects working people and a federal court judge.

Community Involvement

• Former President of the Forest Walk Homeowners’ Association (3-year term).

Past Verdicts and Settlement Results

• $13.2 million settlement for husband-and-wife physicians injured as a result of an illegal car chase by bridge police.
• $5.25 million settlement for iron worker who was severely burned and fell after a beam being lifted to him came in contact with an electrical transformer which had failed to be de-energized in violation of OSHA and electrical company regulations.
• $3.4 million settlement for iron worker struck by deficient floor opening cover who suffered a spinal cord injury.