Thomas F. Gallagher

Partner

P
717. 686.9442
F
717. 909.5173
150 Corporate Center Drive
Suite 103
Camp Hill
,
PA
17011
1101 Wilson Blvd
6th Floor
Arlington
,
VA
22209
4870 Sadler Road
Suite 300
Glen Allen
,
VA
23060

PRACTICE AREAS

Workers' Compensation

Employment Law and Labor Relations

Medical Marijuana

Admissions

Pennsylvania

New Jersey

Virginia

Education

Widener University School of Law

(J.D., cum laude, 2014)

Temple University

(B.A., 2011)

Thomas F. Gallagher focuses his practice on workers’ compensation and employment law. Tom devotes his practice to the defense of workers’ compensation matters on behalf of insurance carriers, self-insured entities and TPAs.

He is dedicated to obtaining speedy resolutions prior to extended litigation in order to avoid unnecessary costs and time commitments for his clients. Tom obtained victories for insurance carriers, self-insured entities and TPAs in claim, penalty, reinstatement, review, termination, suspension and modification petitions. Additionally, he routinely represents employers in labor and employment matters, including PHRC/EEOC litigation.

Prior to joining the team at Chartwell Law, Tom gained important experience and knowledge through internships during law school. He interned for the Honorable Vito P. Geroulo of the Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas in Scranton, Pennsylvania. He also served as a legal intern for the United States Attorney’s Office in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. From his experiences, he was able to hone his abilities and talents as a skilled litigator.

In addition to practicing law, Tom is a frequent writer and lecturer with respect to all aspects of employment law and workers’ compensation.

Professional Associations

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association

Achievements

Selected to Pennsylvania Rising Stars® (2019-2024)

Selected to Virginia Rising Stars® (2024)

Thomas F. Gallagher focuses his practice on workers’ compensation and employment law. Tom devotes his practice to the defense of workers’ compensation matters on behalf of insurance carriers, self-insured entities and TPAs.

He is dedicated to obtaining speedy resolutions prior to extended litigation in order to avoid unnecessary costs and time commitments for his clients. Tom obtained victories for insurance carriers, self-insured entities and TPAs in claim, penalty, reinstatement, review, termination, suspension and modification petitions. Additionally, he routinely represents employers in labor and employment matters, including PHRC/EEOC litigation.

Prior to joining the team at Chartwell Law, Tom gained important experience and knowledge through internships during law school. He interned for the Honorable Vito P. Geroulo of the Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas in Scranton, Pennsylvania. He also served as a legal intern for the United States Attorney’s Office in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. From his experiences, he was able to hone his abilities and talents as a skilled litigator.

In addition to practicing law, Tom is a frequent writer and lecturer with respect to all aspects of employment law and workers’ compensation.

Professional Associations

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association

Achievements

Selected to Pennsylvania Rising Stars® (2019-2024)

Selected to Virginia Rising Stars® (2024)

ATTORNEY'S Resources

News
Chartwell Law Attorneys Named to 2021 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Chartwell Law Attorneys Named to 2021 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Chartwell Law Attorneys Named to 2021 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
June 28, 2024
June 1, 2021
News
Chartwell Law Attorneys Named to 2020 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Chartwell Law Attorneys Named to 2020 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Chartwell Law Attorneys Named to 2020 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
June 28, 2024
June 3, 2020
News
Chartwell Partner Named to 2024 Virginia Rising Stars List
Chartwell Partner Named to 2024 Virginia Rising Stars List
Chartwell Partner Named to 2024 Virginia Rising Stars List
May 10, 2024
May 10, 2024
News
Chartwell Law Names Nine New Partners
Chartwell Law Names Nine New Partners
Chartwell Law Names Nine New Partners
March 5, 2024
Articles & Blogs
Medical Marijuana In Pennsylvania
Medical Marijuana In Pennsylvania
Medical Marijuana In Pennsylvania
April 22, 2022
March 20, 2019
Articles & Blogs
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Issues Updated Guidance on COVID-19
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Issues Updated Guidance on COVID-19
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Issues Updated Guidance on COVID-19
November 17, 2021
November 9, 2021
Articles & Blogs
Pennsylvania Employers Beware: Violations of the Medical Marijuana Act May Result in Private Civil Lawsuits
Pennsylvania Employers Beware: Violations of the Medical Marijuana Act May Result in Private Civil Lawsuits
Pennsylvania Employers Beware: Violations of the Medical Marijuana Act May Result in Private Civil Lawsuits
November 17, 2021
September 16, 2021
Video Library
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Other Mental Health Workers' Compensation Claims Arising During COVID-19
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Other Mental Health Workers' Compensation Claims Arising During COVID-19
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Other Mental Health Workers' Compensation Claims Arising During COVID-19
November 17, 2021
April 8, 2021
Articles & Blogs
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Other Mental Health Workers' Compensation Claims Arising During COVID-19
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Other Mental Health Workers' Compensation Claims Arising During COVID-19
Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington, D.C.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Other Mental Health Workers' Compensation Claims Arising During COVID-19
Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington, D.C.
November 17, 2021
March 25, 2021
Articles & Blogs
New Precedent Set By the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court on the Medical Marijuana Act
New Precedent Set By the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court on the Medical Marijuana Act
New Precedent Set By the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court on the Medical Marijuana Act
November 17, 2021
January 12, 2021
Articles & Blogs
Department of Labor Again Attempts to Clarify "Who is An Independent Contractor"
Department of Labor Again Attempts to Clarify "Who is An Independent Contractor"
Department of Labor Again Attempts to Clarify "Who is An Independent Contractor"
November 17, 2021
October 27, 2020
Articles & Blogs
The Reopening Of America: An Employer's Guide For Navigating The New Work World During A Pandemic
The Reopening Of America: An Employer's Guide For Navigating The New Work World During A Pandemic
The Reopening Of America: An Employer's Guide For Navigating The New Work World During A Pandemic
November 17, 2021
October 15, 2020
Video Library
Top 10 COVID-19 Tips for Employers: Cares Act Tax Provisions Edition
Top 10 COVID-19 Tips for Employers: Cares Act Tax Provisions Edition
Top 10 COVID-19 Tips for Employers: Cares Act Tax Provisions Edition
November 17, 2021
May 20, 2020
Video Library
Top 10 COVID-19 Tips for Employers
Top 10 COVID-19 Tips for Employers
Top 10 COVID-19 Tips for Employers
November 17, 2021
May 7, 2020
Articles & Blogs
TOP 10 COVID-19 TIPS AND QUESTIONS FOR EMPLOYERS
TOP 10 COVID-19 TIPS AND QUESTIONS FOR EMPLOYERS
TOP 10 COVID-19 TIPS AND QUESTIONS FOR EMPLOYERS
November 17, 2021
April 8, 2020
Articles & Blogs
Department of Labor and Industry Advises Employers How to Handle Unemployment Compensation and Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Department of Labor and Industry Advises Employers How to Handle Unemployment Compensation and Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Department of Labor and Industry Advises Employers How to Handle Unemployment Compensation and Workers’ Compensation Benefits
November 17, 2021
March 19, 2020
Articles & Blogs
Coronavirus at the Workplace
Coronavirus at the Workplace
Coronavirus at the Workplace
November 17, 2021
February 20, 2020