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Navigating the Conflicting Roles of Supervisors in Workplace Injury Management

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Supervisors play a critical role in the management of workplace injuries. They are often the first to respond when an employee is hurt and are responsible for guiding both the injured employee and the organization through the post-injury process. First Responder Role: When an injury occurs, the supervisor is often the first to know.

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Get Started Building Your NEW Workers’ Comp Program in 2025

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

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Workplace injuries can have significant financial and operational impacts on businesses, but the cost to the employee is often much greater. From physical pain to financial insecurity, an injury can be life-altering. Despite this, many employers overlook one of the most critical aspects of workplace injury management: rehabilitation.

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4 Step Process to Successfully Settle More Workers’ Compensation Claims

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Successfully settling workers’ compensation (WC) claims can significantly reduce costs and streamline processes for employers and insurers. Identifying red flag cases involving Medicare considerations early on is essential, especially for catastrophic injuries or workers nearing Medicare eligibility.

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Blog Post: Frequently Asked Questions on Complex Employment Issues for California Workers’ Compensation

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Rassp, Presiding Judge, WCAB Los Angeles, California Division of Workers’ Compensation Disclaimer: The material and any opinions contained in this article are solely those of the authors and are not the opinions of the Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Workers’ Compensation, or the WCAB, or any other entity or individual.

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The Spaghetti Tower Study: Kindergarteners Can Teach Us About Reducing Workers’ Comp Costs

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The challenge was simple yet revealing: participants had to build the tallest tower possible using 20 pieces of uncooked spaghetti, one yard of transparent tape, one yard of string, and a single marshmallow, which had to sit on top of the tower. Early reporting and hazard mitigation are key to preventing costly claims and minimizing downtime.

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One AI Takeaway from 2024 National Comp in Las Vegas

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I’ve been attending for the past 12 or 13 years, and each year it provides rich content, meaningful relationship-building, and critical industry insights. The way we implement AI in workers’ compensation — that’s a tactic. However, the principles of workers’ compensation will never change.