Abes Baumann Attorneys

09/02/2026

Extreme heat is life-threatening for unsheltered veterans. ☀️ The Department of Veterans Affairs highlights simple ways to help in the link below:
🔗 https://news.va.gov/148114/heat-help-protect-veterans-homelessness/

If you know a veteran facing homelessness, please call 📞877-424-3838 for immediate support.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Learn simple ways communities can help Veterans experiencing homelessness stay safe and connected to resources during the summer.

08/26/2026

If you have ever had to navigate a complex legal appeal, you know that the written word matters. 🏛️📜

Meet Sandra Weigel Kokal, an associate attorney at Abes Baumann. Sandra joined our firm in 2000 to head our Appellate Department, bringing over three decades of legal experience to our team.

She is a graduate of Washington & Jefferson College and earned her Juris Doctor from Duquesne University in 1991. Sandra does not just practice the law; she actively helps shape it.

She has written massive, law-making briefs for the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Her work has fundamentally changed the rules governing heart attack cases and how injured workers' earning power is assessed across the state.

We are incredibly proud to have her brilliant analytical mind in our corner. 👉Say hello to Sandra in the comments!

Washington & Jefferson College Duquesne University

08/19/2026

Jim Burn was a featured guest on the Coming Home Well podcast with host Dr. Tyler Pieron to break down the complexities of veterans benefits! 🎙️🇺🇸

Jim breaks down how veterans can successfully navigate the VA system, overcome past denials, and secure the specific disability ratings they earned through their service.

Please tap the link in our bio to read the blog post and listen to the discussion.
🔗 https://abesbaumann.com/jim-burn-breaks-down-veterans-benefits-on-national-podcast/

Abes Baumann attorney Jim Burn recently appeared on the Coming Home Well podcast with host Dr. Tyler Pieron to discuss critical topics

08/12/2026

"James Burn at Abes Baumann is amazing... Deserves more Stars! Call James Burn, you will NOT be disappointed!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We are incredibly grateful to our client for sharing this fantastic feedback about working with partner Jim Burn. Navigating a Department of Veterans Affairs claim can be an exhausting, confusing process, but that is what we are here for.

Abes Baumann is determined to stay on top of every detail, and we will not give up the fight for the compensation you deserve. Thank you for trusting us to stand in your corner! 🤝

08/05/2026

Calling all veterans! U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has reported record-high satisfaction rates for its telehealth services.

According to recent data, over 92% of veterans who utilized virtual care reported a highly positive experience. Between October and April, more than 2.3 million veterans used these secure platforms to access primary care, mental health support, and specialized treatments from the comfort of their own homes.

This is a great step forward in making veteran healthcare truly accessible for everyone. Read more below!
🔗 https://news.va.gov/148023/care-how-va-telehealth-reaching-veterans/

Growing Veteran satisfaction with and use of telehealth reflects VA’s continued commitment to providing high-quality care.

08/04/2026

Wishing a very happy 236th birthday to the United States Coast Guard! ⚓🇺🇸

At Abes Baumann, we are profoundly grateful for our Coast Guard veterans and active-duty members right here in Pennsylvania and across the globe. Thank you for your service and dedication to keeping our waters safe.

U.S. Coast Guard

07/20/2026

The Pittsburgh Summer is in full swing. With the intense heat and muggy environment, it is critical to know that heat illness is not something you should simply "tough out."

Under Pennsylvania law, heat stroke, severe dehydration, and heat exhaustion caused by your working environment are compensable injuries. Furthermore, if you suffered a severe heat injury while serving in the military, the United States Department of Veterans Affairs must compensate you for the long-term residuals, such as chronic headaches or permanent heat intolerance.

Please swipe through our quick guide to learn your rights. ➡️

If you have suffered a heat-related illness on the job or during your military service, you do not have to fight for your benefits alone. Contact Abes Baumann today:
📍 810 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
📞 (412) 228-4786
🔗 https://abesbaumann.com/?utm_source=cbc&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=social_media

07/15/2026

Thank you so much to Mike for taking the time to share these kind words!⭐ Navigating the federal benefits system can be overwhelming, but you do not have to handle the stress by yourself.

Our team is proud to stay on top of every detail so that our local Veteran community can focus on their health and their families.

If you or someone you know is looking for a VA lawyer in the Pittsburgh area, do not hesitate to contact Abes Baumann:
📍 810 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
📞 (412) 228-4786
🔗 https://abesbaumann.com/?utm_source=cbc&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=social_media

07/08/2026

Do you know a veteran who owns a prosthetic limb? We've got some news to share from the Department of Veterans Affairs!

A new policy change has removed the requirement for contracting officers to review approximately 95 percent of prosthetic limb orders.

In the past, this administrative step added several weeks of unnecessary waiting for individuals who require prosthetic care. With this barrier gone, local purchasing agents can secure items directly from local suppliers.

The Department of Veterans Affairs expects average wait times to drop by more than 40 percent nationwide. This is a major victory for the comfort, mobility, and independence of our veterans. 🇺🇸
🔗 Read the article here: https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-speeds-up-delivery-of-prosthetic-limbs-to-veterans/

VA streamlines the process of purchasing prosthetic limbs to more efficiently serve thousands of Veterans who receive prosthetics through the VA every year.

07/06/2026

Car accidents are incredibly stressful, and the surge of adrenaline can make it very difficult to think clearly in the moments after impact.🚗

What you choose to do and what you choose to say at the scene of a crash can permanently affect your ability to recover your medical costs later. Adrenaline can mask severe physical pain, which is why you must never tell the other driver that you are completely fine.

Please swipe through our step-by-step checklist to learn how to protect yourself, gather the correct witness information, and handle the scene correctly. ➡️

Contact Abes Baumann if you need a personal injury lawyer in Pittsburgh:
📍 810 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
📞 (412) 228-4786
🔗 https://abesbaumann.com/?utm_source=cbc&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=social_media