AMAXX

JULY 29, 2024

In the realm of workers’ compensation, the role of an injury coordinator is pivotal. This position is crucial for managing the complex processes associated with workplace injuries, ensuring both compliance with regulations and the well-being of employees.

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 9, 2024

A Virginia man pled guilty to embezzling funds from his former employer, a fund that provides financial assistance to families of infants who suffer from brain or spinal cord injuries, reports the U.S. Attorney for Eastern Virginia. According to court …

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 5, 2024

million workers compensation claims reveals the costliest claims are driven by the most common workplace accidents, according to Travelers 2024 Injury Impact Report. The data also shows first-year employees are still among those most vulnerable to injury. Analysis of 1.2

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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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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

OCTOBER 15, 2024

One of the most significant challenges for employers today is managing the rising costs of workers’ compensation claims. This post will dive into the two primary reasons why workers’ compensation costs are often higher than they should be, and how employers can take charge of the process to reduce those expenses.

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 18, 2024

million workers’ compensation claims reveals the costliest claims are driven by the most common workplace accidents, according to Travelers 2024 Injury Impact Report. The data also shows first-year employees are still among those most vulnerable to injury. Analysis of 1.2

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AMAXX

AUGUST 26, 2024

To better grasp this, let’s walk through a hypothetical scenario that illustrates two different supervisor responses to an employee’s injury and explore the potential consequences of each approach. Then, we’ll talk about how we can work together to accommodate your injury and help you return to the team as soon as possible.”

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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. Identifying red flag cases involving Medicare considerations early on is essential, especially for catastrophic injuries or workers nearing Medicare eligibility. All state laws vary.

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AMAXX

OCTOBER 8, 2024

In the world of workers’ compensation, one of the most powerful strategies for managing costs while helping injured employees return to work is the implementation of a transitional duty (TD) program. Transitional duty allows employees to return to the workplace in a modified capacity while they continue to recover from their injuries.

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AMAXX

AUGUST 21, 2024

In the complex world of workers’ compensation, setting accurate reserves is a critical task for adjusters. 5 Reasons Why Workers’ Compensation Reserves Are Higher Than Expected: 1. 5 Reasons Why Workers’ Compensation Reserves Are Higher Than Expected: 1. Will the Injury Require Future Medical or Surgical Interventions?

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AMAXX

AUGUST 7, 2024

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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Boyle Agency Insurance

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Workers Compensation Insurance – Essential For Business Owners And Employees Workers Compensation Insurance is required for businesses with more than one employee. If you own a business that has a work environment that’s a bit insecure, make sure you have a Workers Compensation Insurance policy in place.

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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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LexisNexis

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

CALIFORNIA COMPENSATION CASES Vol. Appeals Board Panel Decisions CAUTION: These WCAB panel decisions have not been designated a “significant panel decision” by the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board. All rights reserved. Warner (Kenyon) v. Acevedo (Robert) v. Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. Correa (Silvia) v. Display Products, Inc.

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CDC: Workers Compensation

APRIL 10, 2024

Struck-by injuries are the leading cause of nonfatal injuries and second most common cause of fatalities among construction workers. From 2011 to 2022, there were 1,462 fatal occupational injuries that occurred at road construction sites.[1]

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LexisNexis

OCTOBER 10, 2024

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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AMAXX

JULY 15, 2024

One of the most critical aspects of managing workers’ compensation claims is ensuring that injured employees receive prompt medical treatment. Mistake #1: Delayed Care Due to Uncertainty A significant mistake in handling workers’ compensation claims is delaying medical treatment for injured employee s.

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LexisNexis

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Hamilton, Former Assistant Secretary and Deputy Commissioner, California Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Over the past several decades California has implemented broad legislative changes aimed at lowering the costs associated with workers’ compensation, especially medical expenditures. Mueller, K.L, Mueller, K.L,

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AMAXX

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

When it comes to calculating workers’ compensation premiums, two critical factors play a significant role: the frequency and severity of claims. Frequency: The Stronger Driver of Premiums In the world of workers’ compensation, frequency refers to how often claims are filed.

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LexisNexis

OCTOBER 14, 2024

CALIFORNIA COMPENSATION CASES Vol. Solakyan Workers’ Compensation Insurance Fraud—Honest-Services Mail Fraud and Health-Care Fraud—Restitution—U.S. All rights reserved. JUST CLICK ON THE CASE NAMES BELOW… Federal Circuit Court Opinion of Related Interest United States of America v. when WCAB reasoned that… Raya (Geoffrey) v.

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Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

JUNE 17, 2024

Man Drilling into a Wooden Board by Thijs van der Weide Workers' compensation insurance is a fundamental aspect of running a business, providing vital protection for both employers and employees. State Laws and Requirements It's important to note that laws regarding workers' compensation insurance vary significantly by state.

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New Jersey Workers' Comp

JULY 19, 2024

Intentional harm lawsuits can be harrowing for employers to defend because the allegations are generally not covered under the workers’ compensation policy. As the readers know, there are two parts to a workers’ compensation policy. She filed both workers’ compensation claims for these injuries.

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AMAXX

JULY 1, 2024

Issues concerning permanent total disability (PTD) benefits are a significant cost driver in workers’ compensation claims. In sum, the employee must be limited by the nature and extent of their work injury, restrictions on activity, and lack of transferable job skills to secure gainful employment near their pre-injury status.

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LexisNexis

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Robinson, co-author, Larson’s Workers’ Compensation Law Editorial Note: All section references below are to Larson’s Workers’ Compensation Law, unless otherwise indicated. The court agreed that the fact that the inspector was not traveling at the time of his injury was not controlling. Illinois Workers’ Comp.

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LexisNexis

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

CALIFORNIA COMPENSATION CASES Vol. JUST CLICK ON THE CASE NAMES BELOW… Appellate Court Compensation Case Mayor (Joseph) v. All rights reserved. Hoddinott (Steve) v. Orellana (Bernardina) v.

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LexisNexis

OCTOBER 22, 2024

By Julius Young, Richard Jacobsmeyer, Barry Bloom, Editors-in-Chief for Herlick, California Workers’ Compensation Handbook [Note: This article is excerpted from the upcoming 2025 edition of Herlick, California Workers’ Compensation Handbook. Since 2020, many workers’ compensation stakeholders have changed their operational models.

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Annual workers’ compensation rate cuts in the double digits have become routine in almost every U.S. That trend may have now come to an end in Florida, where the National Council on Compensation Insurance is recommending … state in recent years.

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LexisNexis

OCTOBER 8, 2024

COMPLEX EMPLOYMENT ISSUES FOR CALIFORNIA WORKERS' COMPENSATION A new softbound supplement to Rassp & Herlick, California Workers’ Compensation Law 284 pages PIN #0006801214509 For current pricing and to order, call 800-543-6862. What constitutes an independent contractor?

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LexisNexis

AUGUST 22, 2024

CALIFORNIA COMPENSATION CASES Vol. JUST CLICK ON THE CASE NAMES BELOW… Appellate Court Compensation Case Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund v. All rights reserved.

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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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LexisNexis

OCTOBER 15, 2024

percent in the year ending March 31, 2024, which will result in an increase in California workers’ compensation temporary total disability (TTD) and permanent total disability (PTD) rates for 2025 work injury claims and other workers’ compensation benefits that are tied to SAWW increases. The latest wage data from the U.S.

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New Jersey Workers' Comp

JUNE 20, 2024

The employer argued that Lopez could not sue and that his only remedy was in the New Jersey Division of Workers’ Compensation. The court noted that even an injury stemming from gross negligence is insufficient to satisfy the intentional wrong exception. The court reasoned that not all fires lead to injury or death. Oakland Bd.

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LexisNexis

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Colleen Casey, Former Commissioner, California Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board The battle of the bill review experts is on! Before setting foot into the workers’ compensation court, it’s helpful to know what theories and evidence opposing counsel has used in the past. Providence Health and Services , 2024 Cal. The lien was denied.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

AUGUST 30, 2024

Employer’s liability insurance protects businesses from lawsuits filed by employees who have suffered a work-related injury or illness.

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Insurance Journal

JULY 15, 2024

South Carolina lawmakers next year may be asked to revamp a workers’ compensation employment test that judges have relied on for more than 50 years, if the state Supreme Court has its way. The court last week said that a …

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New Jersey Workers' Comp

MAY 6, 2024

I had the pleasure of Speaking on Law Day in Plainfield Workers’ Compensation Court on May 1, 2024 and wanted to share with readers part of the discussion in our session, namely the discussion of the New Jersey authorized vehicle rule contained in N.J.S.A. The petitioner argued that his injury was covered under the authorized vehicle rule.

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