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State Investigating Tenn. Plastics Factory After Flooding Killed 11 Workers There

Insurance Journal

A Tennessee plastics factory kept workers going until it was too late to evacuate before Hurricane Helene flooding swamped the building, employees have said. Now, the company is likely facing liability lawsuits and heightened workers’ compensation costs after the deaths …

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Get Started Building Your NEW Workers’ Comp Program in 2025

AMAXX

When embarking on the journey to master workers compensation, the road is well-traveled and marked by proven strategies. Common Errors When Getting Started Misidentifying the Problem A common error when reforming a workers compensation program is misidentifying the root cause of challenges. ” “Old claims need resolution.”

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Report Shows Opioid Use in California Workers’ Comp Continues to Go Down

Insurance Journal

A California Workers’ Compensation Institute analysis opioid prescription data between 2017 and 2023 from the California Department of Justice’s Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System builds on prior CWCI studies by tracking multiple opioid utilization metrics. The study examines …

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4 Step Process to Successfully Settle More Workers’ Compensation Claims

AMAXX

Successfully settling workers’ compensation (WC) claims can significantly reduce costs and streamline processes for employers and insurers. Soft Tactics: These focus on empathy, personal outreach, and building rapport. By adhering to a proven four-step process, organizations can consistently achieve better claim outcomes.

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Partnering to Reduce the Risk to Firefighters Responding to High-risk Buildings

CDC: Workers Compensation

Building strategic partnerships can create solutions to large community safety issues High-risk buildings can be abandoned or condemned structures. These buildings pose hazards to firefighters and communities. Traditionally, managing this risk would involve not entering the building.

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The Role of Evidence-Based Medicine in Transforming Workers’ Compensation

AMAXX

In the intricate landscape of workers’ compensation, the pursuit of optimal outcomes for injured workers is paramount. In the context of workers’ compensation, EBM seeks to streamline care pathways and promote recovery by basing treatment plans on standardized guidelines and peer-reviewed evidence.

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Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Vocational Rehab in Workers’ Compensation

AMAXX

A comprehensive physical therapy plan often includes passive treatments—such as hot or cold packs, massage, and electrical stimulation—followed by active therapeutic exercises to build strength and flexibility. This not only benefits the employee but also the employer by reducing workers’ compensation costs and minimizing downtime.