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Understanding Classification Rules in Workers’ Compensation

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When it comes to managing workers’ compensation, understanding classification rules is fundamental. These rules not only influence the amount you pay in premiums but also help ensure that your company is correctly classified based on the work it performs. This can free up resources for other areas of your business.

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Part 2: Workers’ Comp Independent Premium Audits Explained

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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. These foundational aspects are crucial for ensuring accurate premium calculations and avoiding costly mistakes.

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Maryland Report Says Many Workers Misclassified, Costing $59M in Workers’ Comp Premiums

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Worker misclassification in Maryland is widespread, leaving thousands of workers without injury protection and depriving insurance companies of more than $58 million in workers’ compensation premiums each year, according to a report from a state task force. Maryland’s Joint Enforcement …

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Maryland Report Says Many Workers Misclassified, Costing $59M in Comp Premiums

Insurance Journal

Worker misclassification in Maryland is widespread, leaving thousands of workers without injury protection and depriving insurance companies of more than $58 million in workers’ compensation premiums each year, according to a new report from a state task force. Maryland’s Joint …

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Part 1: Workers’ Comp Independent Premium Audits Explained

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When an employer receives a revised workers’ compensation premium bill, the accuracy of the bill can be uncertain and confusing. To ensure fairness and correctness, an independent premium audit is highly recommended. Payroll Information A critical step in any premium audit is the review of an employer’s payroll.

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Mistake: Accepting Every Workers’ Compensation Claim

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Many companies operate under an unwritten rule: accept every workers compensation claim, no questions asked. A well-managed workers compensation program should pay 100% of legitimate claimsand 0% of the claims that arent. Employees should know upfront that all claims will be reviewed, and only legitimate injuries will be covered.

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Part 3: Workers’ Comp Independent Premium Audits Explained

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In this final part of our series exploring the nine elements of independent premium audits, we turn our focus to specialized situations and nuanced adjustments auditors carefully evaluate. Auditors disallow estimates, making precise documentation vital to receiving the intended premium savings associated with this exception.