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Contact
Email
Phone
(844) 417-2246
Address
409 Broad Street, Sewickley, PA, 15143, US
Professional
About
Michael D. Sherman is a seasoned attorney specializing in workers' compensation law, with 28 years of dedicated experience in this complex field. Based in Sewickley, PA, Michael has built a robust practice at Chartwell Law Offices, where he adeptly represents individuals, partnerships, and corporations in the litigation of workers' compensation claims and employer petitions. Throughout his career, Michael has demonstrated a profound understanding of the intricacies of Pennsylvania’s workers' compensation system. He has successfully navigated numerous appeals before the Workers' Compensation Appeal Board, Commonwealth Court, and the Supreme Court. His extensive litigation experience includes contributing to over 80 cases, resulting in both reported and unreported decisions that shape the landscape of workers' compensation law. In addition to litigation, Michael collaborates closely with employers and insurers to identify and implement effective strategies for managing claim, modification, suspension, and termination petitions. He advocates a proactive approach, offering tailored "best practices" strategies for addressing both pre-injury and post-injury legal challenges. This focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness aligns with his clients' objectives, ensuring they achieve optimal outcomes in their disability claims. Michael recognizes that successful workers' compensation programs require not just legal expertise but also a commitment to serving as a trusted business partner. His in-depth knowledge of statutes, regulations, and evolving appellate case law empowers his clients to navigate the complexities of the legal landscape with confidence. When it comes to litigation versus settlement, Michael’s strategic insight provides clients with the clarity they need to make informed decisions. For those seeking a dedicated advocate in workers' compensation law in Pennsylvania, Michael D. Sherman stands out as a reliable and experienced resource at Chartwell Law Offices.
About Workers Compensation Law
Workers' compensation attorneys help injured workers obtain benefits for workplace injuries. They navigate the claims process and fight for fair compensation. Common matters include workplace injuries, occupational illness, denied claims, disability benefits.
Credentials
Education
1983 Duquesne University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1979 Rutgers College, Rutgers University - New Brunswick BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2011 Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine 2010 Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine 2005 AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Publications
2007 Self-Published Effective Use of PA Bureau of Workers' Compensation Forms 2005 Self Published Wokers' Compensation Subrogation Strategies 1999 Genesis Publishing Company Pennsylvania Workers' Comp Advisor 1998 Genesis Publishing Company Pennsylvania Workers' Comp Advisor 1997 Genesis Publishing Company Pennsylvania Workers' Comp Advisor
Associations
2008 - Present Lexis-Nexis "Larson's National Workers' Compensation Law Center" Advisory Board Member 2000 - Present Pennsylvania Defense Institute Member 2000 - Present Pittsburgh Human Resources Association Member Pennsylvania Bar Association Member 2007 - 2013 Mount Lebanon Extended Daycare Program Board of Directors
Speaking
2011 Worker's Compensation Update in Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation 2010 CompServices Inc. In-House Training Appellate Caselaw Update 2010 Annual Lorman Education Seminar Series Resolving The Pa Workers' Compnsation Case 2010 "Whose Money is it Anyway" Pension Issues Litigating Pension Offsets In Workers' Compensation 2009 Fall Symposium- Advanced Workers' Compensation Practice Pension Benefit Offsets and Related Retirement Issues
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Updated: May 25, 2026