Protection, Workers Comp and Workers Compensation

How Fear Impacts Workers’ Compensation Claims (and What to Do About It)

AMAXX

MARCH 4, 2025

By understanding the role fear plays in workers compensation claims, employers can implement strategies to foster trust, improve outcomes, and reduce costs. The Link Between Fear and Litigation Studies have consistently identified fear as a major driver of workers compensation litigation.

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Mistake: Accepting Every Workers’ Compensation Claim

AMAXX

MARCH 18, 2025

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 come to believe that every claim will be accepted, regardless of the circumstances.

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Employer’s Clinic May Not be Protected by Workers’ Comp Remedy, SC Court Says

Insurance Journal

AUGUST 12, 2024

The South Carolina Court of Appeals has signaled that employers who offer on-site health clinics may not be immune from tort claims from injured or sickened workers. It’s the latest twist to a question that has bounced around courts and …

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Risk Manager Best Practices That Drive Workers’ Comp Results

AMAXX

APRIL 10, 2025

In the complex world of workers compensation, risk managers play a vital role in aligning strategic oversight with day-to-day claims operations. Heres a closer look at best practices every risk manager should be following to create a high-performing, cost-effective workers compensation program.

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Part 1: Layoff Planning to Control Workers’ Comp Claims

AMAXX

MARCH 10, 2025

Here are six critical actions your company can take before a planned layoff to effectively manage and potentially reduce workers compensation claims: This post is one in a 2-part series: Part 1: Layoff Planning to Control Workers Comp Claims Part 2: Layoff Planning to Control Workers Comp Claims 1.

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BTW Settles Whistleblower Suit on Overbilling of Federal Workers’ Comp Program

Insurance Journal

JANUARY 1, 2025

BTW Solutions bills itself as a drug wholesaler and billing service and as a way for physicians to maximize profits on workers’ compensation and personal-injury-protection patients through the use of topical creams and durable medical equipment. The Benton, Arkansas-based …

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Part 2: Layoff Planning to Control Workers’ Comp Claims

AMAXX

MARCH 10, 2025

Such clear documentation helps protect the company against later claims that allege workplace aggravation of pre-existing conditions. This post is one in a 2-part series: Part 1: Layoff Planning to Control Workers Comp Claims Part 2: Layoff Planning to Control Workers Comp Claims 3.

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Workers Compensation Insurance Rates By State In 2025!

Simply Insurance

MARCH 17, 2025

Workers' compensation insurance rates vary by state due to location, industry risks, and policy coverage. Different policies offer varying levels of protection, including coverage for medical expenses and lost wages. The national average cost is approximately $1,128 per year.

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Understanding the Two Primary Benefits of Workers’ Compensation for Employers

AMAXX

JANUARY 14, 2025

Exclusivity: Protection Against Lawsuits One of the most significant benefits of workers compensation for employers is the exclusive remedy provision. Under this system, employees who accept workers compensation benefits for a work-related injury or illness forfeit the right to sue their employer for negligence.

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What Is Employers Liability Insurance?

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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Important Times to Use Surveillance in Workers’ Comp Claims

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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Eleven Considerations for Selecting Your Workers’ Comp Company Doctor

AMAXX

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The written release helps protect both parties from future misunderstandings regarding job responsibilities and recovery needs. Willingness to Handle Workers’ Compensation Cases Workers’ compensation cases come with unique requirements and responsibilities.

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Workers’ Compensation Post-Injury Response Procedure: A Key to Effective Injury Management

AMAXX

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Click Link to Access Free PDF Download “Step-By-Step Process To Master Workers’ Comp In 90 Days” The Importance of a Consistent Post-Injury Response A well-documented and standardized post-injury response plan offers multiple benefits. This includes gathering witness statements and creating an incident report.

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4 Step Process to Successfully Settle More Workers’ Compensation Claims

AMAXX

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Medicare Set-Aside (MSA) Requirements: Federal law requires that Medicare’s interests be protected in WC settlements. Identifying red flag cases involving Medicare considerations early on is essential, especially for catastrophic injuries or workers nearing Medicare eligibility.

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Crash Course in Work Comp Motor Vehicle Accidents

AMAXX

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

As a general rule, workers compensation insurance is the primary insurance, which requires the claim team to investigate and make determinations regarding compensability and subrogation rights. These sensors only deploy corresponding airbags to protect the vehicle occupants (front, side, or head curtain airbags).

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Avoid 2 Common Pitfalls That Delay Care in Workers’ Compensation Claims

AMAXX

JULY 15, 2024

By taking these measures, employers can protect their employees, reduce costs, and foster a safer and healthier workplace. Michael Stack, CEO of Amaxx LLC, is an expert in workers’ compensation cost containment systems and provides education, training, and consulting to help employers reduce their workers’ compensation costs by 20% to 50%.

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Does Your Business Need Workers' Compensation Insurance?

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. It also offers benefits to the employer, including legal protection and stability.

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Insurance Considerations When Expanding Your Business to a New Location

Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

MARCH 19, 2025

From property protection to liability coverage, ensuring your business insurance policies align with your expansion is critical. Key policies to review and update include: Commercial Property Insurance to protect your new location against physical damage from fire, vandalism, theft, or natural disasters.

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Navigating the Conflicting Roles of Supervisors in Workplace Injury Management

AMAXX

AUGUST 27, 2024

This balance is crucial to preventing future injuries and protecting the company from potential liabilities. Michael Stack, CEO of Amaxx LLC, is an expert in workers’ compensation cost containment systems and provides education, training, and consulting to help employers reduce their workers’ compensation costs by 20% to 50%.

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Get The Best Workers Compensation Insurance Quotes & Compare Rates Online!

Simply Insurance

MARCH 15, 2025

Discover how to find the best workers compensation insurance quotes and compare rates online effortlessly. Save money and ensure your business is protected with our expert tips and resources.

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Quiz: Supervisor Response to a Workplace Injury – How Would You Respond?

AMAXX

AUGUST 26, 2024

The lack of support and the implied threat regarding the promotion could lead the employee to seek legal counsel to protect their rights and secure compensation for their injury. He is co-author of the #1 selling comprehensive training guide “Your Ultimate Guide to Mastering Workers’ Comp Costs: Reduce Costs 20% to 50%.”

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Part 2 of 3 – Professional Administration for Medical Settlements: The Medicare Factor

AMAXX

AUGUST 13, 2024

by Andrea Mills, Chief Client Officer, Ametros Settling a workers’ compensation or liability claim can and should be a win-win for the injured individual and the payer. Notably, CMS now requires submission of the amount of future medical care set aside to protect Medicare’s interest. Andrea Mills, Chief Client Officier, Ametros.

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Part 2 of 3: Overcoming Return-to-Work Challenges in Union Environments

AMAXX

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

When approaching a unionized environment, keep the following in mind: Understand Why Unions Are Formed : Unions exist to protect the interests of workers, ensure fair treatment, and foster a sense of community. Stack is the creator of Injury Management Results (IMR) software and founder of Amaxx Workers’ Comp Training Center.

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How to Strengthen Your Safety Program and Cut Workers Compensation Costs

Risk Management Monitor

JULY 26, 2022

Many companies overlook one key way to control costs that can be easily implemented and managed while also improving work culture overall: implementing a safety program to better manage workers compensation costs. Practice Makes Perfect.

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Appellate Division Rules That Claimants in Certain Circumstances Do Not Have to Reimburse an Employer’s Lien From a Third Party Recovery Until the End of the Workers’ Compensation Case

New Jersey Workers' Comp

MARCH 25, 2024

in workers’ compensation medical and temporary disability benefits to petitioner, Darshelle Joseph. The workers’ compensation case had not yet been resolved. paid in medical and temporary disability benefits but the court also noted that the workers’ compensation case had not yet concluded.

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Top 6 Insurance Policies Every IT Business in California Should Have

Jackson & Jackson

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

From data breaches to equipment breakdowns, IT businesses need tailored protection to stay secure and competitive in today’s fast-paced tech landscape. Professional Liability Insurance protects your business against claims of negligence, errors, or omissions that result in financial losses for your clients.

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Rookie Injury Risk: How Job Tenure Impacts Injury Rates

AMAXX

APRIL 15, 2025

The research offers a clear call to action for employers aiming to protect their workforce and control costs. Michael Stack, CEO of Amaxx LLC, is an expert in workers compensation cost containment systems and provides education, training, and consulting to help employers reduce their workers compensation costs by 20% to 50%.

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Help Protect Your Employees With Workers’ Comp

Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

APRIL 15, 2024

Worker Using an Angle Grinder by Anamul Rezwan Business owners have multiple types of insurance to protect them from a variety of financial and legal risks. They should also protect their employees with workers’ comp insurance. What Is Workers’ Comp? What Does Workers’ Comp Cover?

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Drive Sales Growth and Increase Client Satisfaction With Workers’ Comp

Word & Brown

DECEMBER 10, 2024

All businesses with workers in California and Nevada are required to have Workers Compensation Insurance. But do you know that Word & Browns partnership with CompNet Insurance Solutions makes it easy for you to offer Workers Comp coverage? What Is Workers Comp? Nevada followed in 1913.

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Blog Post: Herlick, California Workers’ Compensation Handbook: 2024 Developments

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. The AI revolution is starting to come to workers’ compensation.

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

LexisNexis

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Robinson, Co-Editor-in-Chief, Workers’ Compensation Emerging Issues Analysis ( LexisNexis ) (This article is excerpted from the upcoming 2024 Edition of Workers’ Compensation Emerging Issues Analysis (LexisNexis). By Thomas A. Section numbers below refer to the text in that book.

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Blog Post: Larson’s Workers’ Compensation Law Case Spotlights (Fall 2024)

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. Illinois Workers’ Comp. Workers’ Comp. Workers’ Comp. By Thomas A. LEXIS 819, § 7.04 Appeals Bd.

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Private Sector EMTs and Paramedics Are Now Covered Under New Legislation Signed by New Jersey Governor Creating a High Rebuttable Presumption in Favor of Compensability of Strokes or Heart Attacks

New Jersey Workers' Comp

JANUARY 26, 2024

This is the first statute in New Jersey history to apply a clear and convincing evidence standard in workers’ compensation. Again, this presumption is the highest presumption ever applied to any New Jersey workers’ compensation statute. What does this new standard mean?

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MSA: To Submit or Not To Submit

New Jersey Workers' Comp

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

This new reporting requirement gives CMS access to every single workers compensation claim if it involves a Medicare beneficiary. The guidelines state that unless an MSA is submitted, reviewed, and approved by CMS prior to settlement, CMS cannot be certain that the Medicares interests are adequately protected. See, Section 4.2.

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Work-Related Knee Injury Can Constitute a Disability Under ADA

New Jersey Workers' Comp

MARCH 3, 2025

Workers compensation injuries may lead to coverage under the ADA. For employers this case serves as a reminder that the FMLA 12-week period of job protected leave is not the only law to consider when terminating an employee who may have a qualified ADA disability. A recent federal case provides a good example of this.

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Insurance Industry Brief

How Fear Impacts Workers’ Compensation Claims (and What to Do About It)

Mistake: Accepting Every Workers’ Compensation Claim

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Employer’s Clinic May Not be Protected by Workers’ Comp Remedy, SC Court Says

Risk Manager Best Practices That Drive Workers’ Comp Results

Part 1: Layoff Planning to Control Workers’ Comp Claims

BTW Settles Whistleblower Suit on Overbilling of Federal Workers’ Comp Program

Part 2: Layoff Planning to Control Workers’ Comp Claims

Workers Compensation Insurance Rates By State In 2025!

Understanding the Two Primary Benefits of Workers’ Compensation for Employers

What Is Employers Liability Insurance?

Important Times to Use Surveillance in Workers’ Comp Claims

Eleven Considerations for Selecting Your Workers’ Comp Company Doctor

Workers’ Compensation Post-Injury Response Procedure: A Key to Effective Injury Management

4 Step Process to Successfully Settle More Workers’ Compensation Claims

Crash Course in Work Comp Motor Vehicle Accidents

Avoid 2 Common Pitfalls That Delay Care in Workers’ Compensation Claims

Does Your Business Need Workers' Compensation Insurance?

Insurance Considerations When Expanding Your Business to a New Location

Navigating the Conflicting Roles of Supervisors in Workplace Injury Management

Get The Best Workers Compensation Insurance Quotes & Compare Rates Online!

Quiz: Supervisor Response to a Workplace Injury – How Would You Respond?

Part 2 of 3 – Professional Administration for Medical Settlements: The Medicare Factor

Part 2 of 3: Overcoming Return-to-Work Challenges in Union Environments

How to Strengthen Your Safety Program and Cut Workers Compensation Costs

Appellate Division Rules That Claimants in Certain Circumstances Do Not Have to Reimburse an Employer’s Lien From a Third Party Recovery Until the End of the Workers’ Compensation Case

Top 6 Insurance Policies Every IT Business in California Should Have

Rookie Injury Risk: How Job Tenure Impacts Injury Rates

Help Protect Your Employees With Workers’ Comp

Drive Sales Growth and Increase Client Satisfaction With Workers’ Comp

Blog Post: Herlick, California Workers’ Compensation Handbook: 2024 Developments

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

Blog Post: Larson’s Workers’ Compensation Law Case Spotlights (Fall 2024)

Private Sector EMTs and Paramedics Are Now Covered Under New Legislation Signed by New Jersey Governor Creating a High Rebuttable Presumption in Favor of Compensability of Strokes or Heart Attacks

MSA: To Submit or Not To Submit

Work-Related Knee Injury Can Constitute a Disability Under ADA

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