Insurance Journal

MARCH 18, 2025

An employee who claims he injured his knee while swinging a club during an employer-sponsored TopGolf event has failed to qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. The Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission (VWCC) recently upheld the denial of benefits for the injured …

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AMAXX

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

When it comes to managing workers’ compensation, understanding classification rules is fundamental. The higher the risk, the higher the workers compensation premium for that classification. Misclassification can lead to costly errors, either by overpaying premiums or by facing penalties for underreporting risk.

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Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

APRIL 21, 2025

Crutches leaning against a wall by Anna Shvets Workplace injuries affect more than just your team. For business owners, preventing injuries is key to protecting employees, maintaining productivity, and minimizing workers compensation claims. Training is another effective tool for injury prevention.

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 3, 2025

Defending workers’ compensation claims from employees who have not disclosed previous injuries may have just become a little more complicated for employers and insurance carriers in Georgia. The Georgia Court of Appeals last week found that a long-standing defense against …

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 6, 2025

A Providence Forge, Virginia man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for embezzling funds from his former employer, the Virginia Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Program. According to court documents, John Hunter Raines was the chief financial officer and …

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AMAXX

JANUARY 20, 2025

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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AMAXX

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

However, there are times when the NCM doesn’t serve a specific purpose and is assigned to the claim to get it moving. The injury coordinator can evaluate these aspects of both telephonic case management and field-based case management by first emailing the adjuster and stating the above. For all hospitalizations.

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

The trend of decreasing rates in Connecticut workers’ compensation insurance will continue as the state’s insurance regulator has approved an industry proposed 6% rate decrease beginning January 1, 2025. The now-approved rate filing submitted by the industry’s National Council on …

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Insurance Journal

APRIL 20, 2025

Simpson An employee who claimed he injured his knee while swinging a club during an employer-sponsored TopGolf event has failed to qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. The Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission (VWCC) recently upheld a deputy commissioner … By Andrew G.

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AMAXX

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) plays a critical role in workers compensation, guiding both medical professionals and non-medical stakeholders in making informed decisions about injury treatment, recovery time, and return-to-work strategies. One of the most common questions at the time of injury is, How long will my employee be off work?

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AMAXX

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Work-related injuries can occur in any industry, and when they do, the aftermath can be chaotic and stressful for all parties involved. To mitigate confusion, it’s essential for companies to have a clear and consistent post-injury response procedure. One of the most critical aspects of these procedures is consistency.

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AMAXX

APRIL 23, 2025

Efficient management of workers’ compensation claims significantly impacts both employee recovery outcomes and organizational costs. What are Injury Duration Guidelines? What are Injury Duration Guidelines? Encouraging Modified Duties: Facilitate flexible, lighter-duty assignments promptly following an injury.

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AMAXX

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Supervisors in the workplace, much like a championship teams defense, play a pivotal role in injury management. Their response in the first moments after an injury determines whether the process leads to a smooth recovery or spirals into an expensive, drawn-out claim. Research by Scott W.

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AMAXX

APRIL 23, 2025

Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) is increasingly recognized as a critical component in workers’ compensation, influencing treatment decisions, recovery outcomes, and cost management. Understanding EBM helps stakeholdersfrom medical professionals to claims managersmake informed decisions grounded in high-quality research and best practices.

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Insurance Journal

DECEMBER 17, 2024

It’s a question that has cropped up in state courts only on rare occasions: If the owner or officer of a subcontractor firm opts out of workers’ compensation coverage for himself, can he then sue the general contractor for negligence …

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AMAXX

JANUARY 27, 2025

Revamping a workers compensation (WC) program can transform how companies manage costs and care for injured employees. Misidentifying the Problem A frequent mistake is attributing WC challenges solely to injury management partners or external factors, such as adjuster turnover or physician behavior. Avoiding Common Errors 1.

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AMAXX

MARCH 18, 2025

When a workplace injury occurs, selecting the right physician is a critical factor in ensuring a smooth recovery and return to work. These errors can have significant consequences, including prolonged recovery times, increased claims costs, and a greater likelihood of litigation. The only available provider was 70 miles away.

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AMAXX

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

When a worker is injured, their experience in the workers’ compensation system can have a profound impact on their recovery, return to work, and overall job satisfaction. However, implementing strong communication strategies can significantly improve claim outcomes and reduce unnecessary legal battles.

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AMAXX

MARCH 10, 2025

Mass layoffs or company closures can trigger a significant increase in workers’ compensation claimssome legitimate, others potentially unsubstantiated. Enhance Claims Handling Capacity Prepare for an uptick in claims by adding staff who can handle the additional workload effectively.

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AMAXX

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Successfully settling workers’ compensation (WC) claims can significantly reduce costs and streamline processes for employers and insurers. By adhering to a proven four-step process, organizations can consistently achieve better claim outcomes. One key trigger is the injured worker reaching medical stability.

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AMAXX

MARCH 24, 2025

In this three-part series, we are examining nine elements of independent premium audits to help you better understand and control your workers’ compensation premiums. Understanding these areas will further empower you to identify premium savings opportunities and maintain precise control over your workers’ compensation costs.

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AMAXX

MARCH 10, 2025

In the first part of our series, we emphasized the importance of thoughtful layoff planning to mitigate the risk of increased workers’ compensation claims following a workforce reduction or facility closure. This reduces the potential for prolonged indemnity claims continuing after layoffs.

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Scheduled airline ground crews, including baggage handlers and maintenance workers, file injury claims for work-related musculoskeletal disorders at more than 10 times the statewide average, according to the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries. WMSDs, which include strains, sprains …

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AMAXX

JULY 15, 2024

One of the most critical aspects of managing workers’ compensation claims is ensuring that injured employees receive prompt medical treatment. Understanding the importance of quickly reporting claims and reducing lag time is key to preventing such scenarios. This can have dire consequences for the injured employee.

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AMAXX

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

A structured Return-to-Work (RTW) program is one of the most effective ways to reduce workers’ compensation costs and improve employee recovery outcomes. These assignments help businesses manage claims costs, reduce lost workdays, and maintain workforce productivity. Contact: mstack@reduceyourworkerscomp.com.

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AMAXX

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Once employers and adjusters understand the value of evidence-based medicine (EBM) in workers’ compensation claims, the next challenge is applying it effectively. EBM helps ensure that medical treatments align with standardized recovery timelines, reducing unnecessary disability durations and claim costs.

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LexisNexis

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

By Christopher Mahon, LexisNexis Legal Insights Contributing Author A September 2024 study from the Workers Compensation Research Institute indicates that workers represented by an attorney in workers compensation claims receive substantially more payments than workers who are not represented by an attorney. See [link].

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AMAXX

OCTOBER 15, 2024

One of the most significant challenges for employers today is managing the rising costs of workers’ compensation claims. The price tag associated with these claims can severely impact a company’s bottom line if not controlled effectively.

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AMAXX

JANUARY 13, 2025

Navigating workers’ compensation can be complex, with various parties working together to ensure effective claims management and cost containment. Lets explore the roles of these critical players in a workers’ compensation system. Their expertise enhances the efficiency and accuracy of the claims process.

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AMAXX

JANUARY 14, 2025

Workers’ compensation programs are a cornerstone of workplace safety and risk management. While their primary purpose is to ensure employees receive medical and wage replacement benefits for work-related injuries, they also offer critical advantages to employers.

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AMAXX

AUGUST 21, 2024

In the complex world of workers’ compensation, setting accurate reserves is a critical task for adjusters. Reserves are the funds set aside by an insurer to cover the future costs of a claim, including medical expenses, lost wages, and other associated costs. Is the Cost for the Claim for Life?

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AMAXX

MARCH 24, 2025

When an employer receives a revised workers’ compensation premium bill, the accuracy of the bill can be uncertain and confusing. This series of articles will provide clarity on what independent premium auditors evaluate, with practical insights to help you navigate the complexities of workers’ compensation premium audits.

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AMAXX

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Achieving a 90% return-to-work rate within 0-4 days is the gold standard for managing workers’ compensation claims, with best-in-class organizations reaching 95%+. Consider Psychosocial Factors Recovery from work injuries is often influenced by psychological and social barriers that go beyond physical healing.

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AMAXX

OCTOBER 24, 2024

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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AMAXX

AUGUST 27, 2024

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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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 15, 2024

in the year ending March 31, resulting in an increase in California workers’ compensation temporary total disability and permanent total disability rates for 2025 work injury claims and other workers’ comp benefits … California’s State Average Weekly Wage rose nearly 3.8%

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AMAXX

MARCH 11, 2025

Effectively managing workers compensation requires careful oversight and proactive measures to identify and prevent fraudulent or exaggerated claims. Surveillance serves as a powerful tool in validating claims, protecting your organizations financial health, and ensuring resources are dedicated to genuinely injured employees.

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