Michael A. Sebastian

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    Michael concentrates his practice on defending workers’ compensation claims. He represents employers, insurance carriers and third-party administrators, working together with his clients to achieve their desired result.

    With more than 20 years of experience, Michael has appeared on behalf of his clients before many local judges, the Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board, the Commonwealth Court and the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. In addition to litigating claims, Michael counsels clients on implementing risk management strategies that focus on lowering workers’ compensation costs and avoiding liability exposure.

    Michael is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Workers’ Compensation Section and the Lackawanna County Bar Association.

    Classes/Seminars Taught

    Protecting Against Unreasonable Medical Expenses and Fee Reviews, Marshall Dennehey Workers' Compensation Seminar, October 27, 2022

    Admissions
    Pennsylvania
    1991
    U.S. District Court Middle District of Pennsylvania
    Education
    Widener University School of Law (J.D., 1991)
    University of Scranton (B.S., 1988)
    Honors & awards
    The Best Lawyers in America®, Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
    2023-2025
    Associations & memberships
    Lackawanna County Bar Association
    Pennsylvania Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section
    Year joined
    2021