Thomas Stoddard Cook

Thomas Stoddard Cook

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 46 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Harrisburg, PA
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Social Security

2411 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 46 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1979

Delinquent

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 44 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1981

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Calhoon & Kaminsky, PC

2411 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17110

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Thomas Stoddard Cook's Reviews

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16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joan | March 15, 2015 | Workers Compensation

Long and winding road

I had the pleasure of being represented by Calhoon and Assoc., specifically Thomas Cook. A few years back I realized I would need an attorney to help me through the complicated Workers Comp. and disability system. Since I never had the need for an attorney, I was at a lose on how to go about hiring r...epresentation. I googled the best attorneys in Pennsylvania. From this list I read the reviews and pulled Calhoon and Assoc. out of the hat. I could not have made a better choose. Tom stood by me, always available to answer questions and offering advice that didn't always make sense to me. I am so glad I followed his instructions. Tom's experience was invaluable. I have finally settled my case with a much better outcome than I had hoped for.

Posted by Jacki | February 19, 2015 | Workers Compensation

AWESOME

I had a difficult workmans comp case. We did not have concrete proof that my acquired illness was a direct cause from my work injury three months prior. The specialists who treated the illness would not back my case because they had not treated the initial injury. Mr Cook told me right from the start... this would be difficult to win. Mr. Cook and Lindsay Hahn (Paralegal) were at all times professional, friendly, personable, and patient. They kept me informed of what was going on with the case. They explained and reexplained when I didn't understand the legal terminology or things that were happening with the case. Lindsay was extremely thorough and if I emailed her 10 times in one day she would answer each email within a timely fashion. Mr. Cook ALWAYS left the decisions up to me without trying to sway my decision. I was able to make informed decisions because he explained the possible outcomes and the pros and cons of each decision. The rest of the staff at the office were always friendly And courteous when I had to call the office number. So with much heartfelt gratitude...They WON my case!!! My $50,000 worth of medical bills will now be paid and I received a check for the time out of work. Mr. Cook did not gain financially on my case. Yet was sincerely happy for me and told me he felt happy and had the satisfaction of winning such a challenging case. So that shows me that Mr. Cook is genuine and decent person who loves his work. I most definitely recommend Mr. Cook and if you can hook Lindsay Hahn then you've got an excellent chance to win your case with these two on your side!

Posted by Ralph | December 15, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

!!!!!

Tom Cook was very personable. Answered any questions I had promptly and curtiously. His demeanor in the courtroom was outstandining. I found that I could lean on him for help and he was very understanding.

Posted by Michael | November 12, 2014 | Workers Compensation

My Experience with Mr. Cook

My worker’s compensation case wasn’t going anywhere until I contacted Calhoon & Associates. Mr. Cook was assigned to handle my case. Mr. Cook is professional, caring and communicates very well. Mr. Cook always replied promptly weather is was by email of phone. After switching law firms, my case immed...iately starting moving forward and making progress. Mr. Cook even dropped off the first checks at my house which was at least a 3 hours round trip drive because he knew I needed the money. I recommend, without any hesitation Mr. Cook and Calhoon & Associates.

Posted by Robert | September 08, 2014

Tom Cook, Best lawyer for Workers Comp.

Tom was very professional and responded quickly to our questions. Helped navigate us through the legal process which we couldn't have done on our own. Easy to work with and contact with questions.

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Thomas Stoddard Cook's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Kaminsky

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is one of the best Workers Compensation attorney's in Harrisburg. He ensures his clients get the result that they need and deserve."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Francis Lafferty

Workers compensation lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom has been a staple in the workers compensation community for many years. He is knowledgeable, compassionate and represents his clients vigorously."

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Megan Henry

Workers compensation lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dennis Kergick

Workers compensation lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Attorney Tom Cook. He has a wealth of knowledge in the areas of workers' compensation and social security disability."

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Ronald Calhoon

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom Cook is simply one of the best workers' compensation attorneys in central PA."

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Matthew Kaminsky

Workers compensation lawyer

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Melissa Leininger

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Workers' Compensation Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2013

Certified as a Workers' Compensation Specialist, Pennsylvania Bar Association

2013

Workers' Compensation Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2012

Workers' Compensation Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

2011

Workers' Compensation Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Calhoon & Associates

2008 - 2013

Attorney, Schmidt Kramer, PC

1996 - 1999

Adjunct Professor of Law, Widener School Of Law

1993 - 2008

Attorney, Partner, Cook and Niven

1991 - 1993

Attorney, Hepford, Swartz & Morgan

1988 - 1990

Adjunct Professor of Law, Temple University School Of Law

1987 - 1991

Director, The Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania, Bureau of Workers Compensation

1980 - 1987

Attorney, Galfand, Berger

1980 - 1983

Adjunct Professor of Business Law, Widener School Of Law

Associations

1987 - 1989

Governor's Workers' Compensation Rules Committee

Committee Member

Speaking Engagements

2014

Fall WC Section Meeting

Ethics

2014

13th Annual WC Conference

Course and Scope of Employment

2013

2013th Pennsylvania WC Conference

WC for Traveling Employees

2000

PA Orthopedic Society of Physicians

Medical Billing Procedures for Workers' Compensation and Social Security Disability Patients

1998

American Association for Occupational Physicians

Work Related Football Injuries

1997

Widener Law School

Workers Compensation Practice and Procedure

1990

Bureau of Workers' Compensation Conference

Workers' Compensation

1989

Temple Law School

Workers' Compensation Practice and Procedure

Publications

1993

Pennsylvania Medical Society Workers' Compensation: A Guide for Pennsylvania Physicians

1987

Notre Dame Law Review Workers' Compensation Psychiatric Claims

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