Thomas C. Baumann
About Thomas
Biography
Tom Baumann is a partner at Abes Baumann concentrating his practice in the area of Workers’ Compensation. He began his career as a law clerk to the Honorable H. Clifton McWilliam, President Judge of the Cambria County Court of Common Pleas, then transitioned into private practice.
In 1987, Tom became an associate at Abes Baumann and, four years later, became a named partner. He has been instrumental in growing Abes Baumann into a strong presence in the Workers’ Compensation, Personal Injury, and Veterans’ Benefits legal arenas.
Tom spends a considerable amount of his personal time volunteering on regional and national boards and committees. Currently, he sits on the Board of Governors of the Pennsylvania Association for Justice and is co-chair of the Workers’ Compensation Section. Tom also has the fortunate experience of combining his legal expertise with a lifelong passion for sports. Tom is on the Workers’ Compensation Panel of the National Football League Players Association and the Professional Hockey Players’ Association.
Since 2005, Tom has been listed as one of the top 5% of lawyers in Pennsylvania by Pennsylvania Super Lawyers; since 2009, he has been listed in the Top 50 lawyers in Pittsburgh. He has been listed in Best Lawyers in America since 2005. In 2014, Tom was awarded the George F. Douglas Jr. Amicus Curiae Award by the Pennsylvania Association for Justice, formerly the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, for his work in representing the interests of injured workers. The award is given to a member who has written numerous friend of the court legal briefs on behalf of the organization.
In June 2017, Tom won the most important Workers’ Compensation case since the mid-1980s, when the Pennsylvania Supreme Court handed down its ruling in Protz v. WCAB (Derry Area School District). Section 306(a2) of the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act capped benefits at a maximum of 500 weeks for injured workers who are found less than 50% disabled under guidelines of the American Medical Association. Tom’s case resulted in this provision being declared unconstitutional.
Tom is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania and has a J.D. from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. He currently lives in Unity Township, Westmoreland County, with his wife and two children, and is the chairman of the Unity Township Planning Commission.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
20%-20%
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 46 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1979
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Location
Abes Baumann, A Professional Corporation
810 Penn Avenue Fifth Floor., 5th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222
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Thomas C. Baumann's Reviews
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13 Client Reviews
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Posted by Tammy | October 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Outstanding Workers Compensation Lawyer
Mr. Baumann is a dedicated lawyer who believes in what's right for the worker. The day I met him I knew he would do what was in my best interest, so needless to say I hired him. He has been my lawyer since 1998. If you hire him, he treats you like you are his only client. He will always take the tim...
Thomas C. Baumann's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He's highly respected in the WC legal community."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tom for 17 years. Tom is a tireless advocate for his clients. He is truly an expert in the field and he brings this knowledge of workers' compensation law to benefit the many clients that he has helped over the years. He is kind, compassionate and a zelous advocate for injured workers."
Workers compensation lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 50 Lawyers in Pittsburg, Super Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2014
George F. Douglas, Jr. Amicus Curiae Award, Pennsylvania Association for Justice
2014
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Top 50 Lawyers in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2012
Top 50 Lawyers in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2011
Top 50 Lawyers in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2011
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Top 50 Lawyers Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2010
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2010
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Top 50 Lawyers Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2009
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2008
Top 50 Lawyers Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2008
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2008
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2007
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2007
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2006
Top 50 Lawyers Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2006
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2006
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2005
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2005
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
N/A
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1987 - Present
Partner, Abes Baumann,P.C.
1900 - Present
Member, Abes Baumann Attorneys at Law
Associations
1995 - Present
Pennsylvania Association For JusticeBoard of Governors
Member
Member
Member
Member
2010 - 2013
Pennsylvania Association For JusticeCo-chair Workers Compensation section
1998 - 1999
Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association(Workers' Compensation Section)Chairman
1997 - 1998
Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationGovernor
1994 - 1995
Allegheny County Bar Association groupChairman
1993 - 1994
Allegheny County Bar AssociationVice Chairman
1992 - 1993
Allegheny County Bar AssociationSecretary
1991 - 1992
Allegheny County Bar AssociationTreasurer
Education
1979
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2015
2014
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers