Workers’ Compensation Attorney in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Pennsylvania Bar-Certified Specialist Personally Handling Your Claim

Paula Robinson is certified as a specialist in the practice of workers’ compensation law by the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Section on Workers’ Compensation Law, as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. This is a rare certification, issued by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, that separates Paula from the many attorneys handling workers’ comp cases in Wilkes-Barre and throughout Luzerne County. With more than 35 years focused on workers' compensation law, Paula founded Robinson Law LLC in 2011 and, since then, has exclusively represented injured workers across Pennsylvania, recovering millions of dollars in benefits. At Robinson Law LLC, clients work directly with Paula, not a paralegal and not a case manager, from the first phone call through resolution.

Paula brings more than three decades of workers’ compensation experience to every Wilkes-Barre case, including years spent representing employers and insurance companies. She knows how insurers build their denial strategies because she helped build them. That knowledge now works entirely for you: Robinson Law LLC represents injured workers only, not employers or insurance carriers.

If you’ve been hurt at work in Wilkes-Barre or anywhere in Luzerne County, call Robinson Law LLC at (215) 804-9924 to schedule your free consultation with Paula Robinson.

Your Rights Under Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Law

Workers’ compensation is a crucial safety net for injured workers, helping them maintain financial stability while they focus on recovery. The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act protects employees who suffer injuries or illnesses on the job or while carrying out duties related to their employment. As an injured worker, you may be entitled to specific benefits regardless of who caused your workplace injury. These benefits can cover your medical expenses, lost wages, and ongoing care needs. The law requires most employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance, which funds these essential benefits for injured employees. Paula’s specialist certification and claimant-only focus mean Wilkes-Barre workers have an advocate who knows the entitlements available under the Act and how to fight back when insurers try to limit them.

Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits Available in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Medical benefits form the foundation of workers’ compensation coverage, paying for necessary treatment related to your work injury. This includes doctor visits, hospital stays, medications, physical therapy, and medical devices. Past clients have had specialist visits, diagnostic testing, prescriptions, and surgery costs covered through their settlements.

Wage loss benefits provide crucial financial support when you can’t work, typically equal to two-thirds of your average weekly wages. For families who lose a loved one to a workplace accident, death benefits can help cover funeral expenses and provide ongoing financial support to dependent family members. For long-term income loss, Paula also handles disability benefits claims on behalf of workers facing permanent or extended conditions.

What Sets Robinson Law LLC Apart From Other Workers' Comp Lawyers in Wilkes-Barre?

Paula holds a 10/10 Avvo score, has earned the Avvo Clients’ Choice Award three consecutive years (2023, 2024, and 2025), and carries more than 200 client reviews. Robinson Law LLC has also been selected for inclusion in the Super Lawyers list, has been recognized by Expertise, and maintains BBB accreditation. Those recognitions reflect a practice built on one principle: every client deserves direct access to their attorney, honest guidance, and relentless advocacy.

When you hire Paula, you get Paula. She answers her own phone, handles your paperwork, negotiates with the insurance carrier, and represents you at hearings if it comes to that. She also handles appeals for denied claims, a step many injured workers don’t realize is available to them. If your claim has been denied, that denial isn’t the end of the road.

When a workplace injury also gives rise to a personal injury claim against a third party, Paula maintains connections with experienced personal injury attorneys across Pennsylvania. She coordinates both claims simultaneously because wage loss benefits, medical coverage, and a third-party settlement all affect each other legally. Paula stays involved and works directly alongside the PI attorney to protect both claims.

Services are available in both English and Spanish (se habla español), so that language is never a barrier to getting help.

Common Workplace Injuries Covered by Workers’ Compensation in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Every day in Wilkes-Barre, workers face a range of injury risks. Paula has handled claims involving:

• Back and neck injuries from lifting or repetitive motions
• Slip and fall accidents leading to broken bones or head trauma
• Construction site accidents resulting in severe trauma
• Occupational illnesses from exposure to harmful substances
• Repetitive stress injuries affecting joints and muscles
• Mental health conditions stemming from work-related stress

She also represents workers dealing with:

• Manufacturing injuries
• Office-related injuries
• Spine injuries
• Burn injuries
• Motor vehicle accidents
• Head injuries
• Death benefits
• Disability benefits

Why Workers’ Compensation Claims Get Denied in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Insurance companies often challenge legitimate workers’ comp claims, citing reasons such as:

• Missed deadlines for reporting injuries
• Disputes about whether injuries occurred at work
• Questions about the severity of medical conditions
• Disagreements over treatment necessity
• Claims of pre-existing conditions

Paula spent years on the other side of these disputes. She knows which denial tactics insurers reach for first and how to dismantle them. When an insurer orders an independent medical examination (IME) to challenge your treating physician’s findings, Paula knows how to prepare you and counter the result. When they argue a pre-existing condition caused your injury, she knows how to build the medical record supporting your claim. Robinson Law LLC handles appeals for denied Luzerne County claims, so a first denial isn't necessarily the final answer.

The Workers’ Compensation Process in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Filing a workers’ compensation claim requires attention to specific procedures and deadlines, and missing one can cost you benefits you may be legally entitled to. 

Key steps include:

• Report your injury to your supervisor within 120 days, though immediate reporting is strongly advised.
• Your employer must notify its insurance company.
• The insurance carrier will investigate your claim, often requesting an independent medical exam.

Two deadlines every Wilkes-Barre worker should know: Pennsylvania law gives you three years from the date of injury to file a workers’ compensation claim, and for the first 90 days after a work injury, you may be required to treat with a physician from your employer’s posted panel list, provided your employer has properly established and posted that list. After that 90-day window, you can choose your own doctor. Missing either rule can affect your benefits significantly.

Paula protects clients at each of these procedural stages, helping make sure deadlines are met, paperwork is filed correctly, and the insurance carrier doesn’t gain procedural ground at your expense.

Start with a Free Consultation: Talk to Paula Directly

A consultation with Paula Robinson costs you nothing and gives you an honest assessment of your claim before you make any decisions. You’ll speak with Paula, not a receptionist or intake coordinator, and leave with a clearer picture of where your case stands and what your options are. Whether your claim is just starting, has been denied, or involves a Compromise and Release settlement, Paula can help you understand what’s at stake.

Robinson Law LLC serves injured workers throughout Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County in both English and Spanish. When your livelihood is on the line, you deserve the attention of a Wilkes-Barre workers' compensation attorney who has spent more than 35 years fighting for people in exactly your position. 

Call (215) 804-9924 today to speak with Paula Robinson about your case for free.