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WCIRB: California Workers’ Comp Written Premium in 2023 Was up Slightly

Insurance Journal

California workerscompensation written premium in 2023 was slightly above 2022, while written premium for the first six months of 2024 is 2% lower than the first six months of 2023, a new report shows. The WorkersCompensation Insurance Rating …

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Understanding the Impact of Frequency and Severity on Workers’ Compensation Premiums

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When it comes to calculating workerscompensation premiums, two critical factors play a significant role: the frequency and severity of claims. Understanding how these two factors interact can help businesses reduce their premiums and improve workplace safety.

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California Workers’ Comp Report Shows ‘Relatively Stable’ System Post-Pandemic

Insurance Journal

The California workerscompensation system has been relatively stable in the post-pandemic era, as premium levels rose by 1% in 2023 and are forecast to increase modestly in 2024—while decreases in average insurer charged rates are moderating, a new report …

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Economic Trends Bode Well for Workers Comp, But Emerging Issues Warrant Attention

Triple-I: Workers Compensation

Workers compensation insurance provides for the cost of medical care, rehabilitation, and wage replacement for injured workers and death benefits for the dependents of persons killed in work-related accidents. Combined ratio represents the difference between claims and expenses paid and premiums collected by insurers.

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What are the most important questions to ask when choosing business insurance?

Protect Commercial Insurance

Reflect on: – How much you can comfortably allocate from your business budget for insurance premiums. – Potential deductibles and what’s financially viable if you need to make a claim. It’s like finding a sweet spot—insurance that doesn’t overspend your resources but still offers peace of mind.

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Identifying and Preventing Provider Fraud in Workers Comp Cases

Risk Management Monitor

Claimant fraud and premium fraud are two of the most well-known types of workers compensation fraud. In these cases, a worker may intentionally fake an injury (claimant fraud) or a business owner may misrepresent their employee headcount or incorrectly classify employees to obtain lower insurance premiums.

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Blog Post: Workers’ Compensation Emerging Issues Analysis: The Changing Workforce and Workplace

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COVID-19 In § 8, Hamilton examines the latest study from the WorkersCompensation Research Institute (WCRI) on the impact of long COVID in workerscompensation claims. The insurance company or self-insured entity must honor the request.