Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Connecticut workers’ compensation insurers are recommending an overall 6.1% reduction in loss costs in the voluntary market and a 6.2% overall reduction in the assigned risk market for next year. If the recommendation is approved, it would mark the eleventh …

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Insurance Journal

JULY 16, 2024

An Amazon distribution center worker in Virginia whose job entailed repetitive lifting and stowing of items every day and who suffered rotator cuff tears has been denied workers’ compensation benefits because she failed to prove her injury resulted from an …

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Simply Insurance

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Discover the factors that influence the cost of workers' compensation insurance, including industry type, employee roles, and state regulations. Learn how to estimate your premiums and find ways to save on coverage while ensuring your business is protected.

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Insurance Journal

JULY 30, 2024

Did New York lawmakers intend the Child Victims Act (CVA) that revived old claims of sexual abuse to apply to claims by employees that would previously have been handled by the workers’ compensation system? It’s the responsibility of the state’s …

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AMAXX

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Reduces Workers’ Compensation Costs : Keeping employees engaged in transitional duty roles helps reduce the overall costs associated with workers’ compensation claims. 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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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In the complex world of Workers’ Compensation and General Liability (GL) insurance, underwriters face the challenge of managing diverse carrier systems while ensuring compliance and maintaining efficiency. This post is part of a series sponsored by Selectsys. To overcome these …

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Simply Insurance

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Discover the factors that influence the cost of aviation workers compensation insurance, including coverage options, industry risks, and tips for finding the best rates for your business.

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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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InsuranceBee

JULY 23, 2024

When you’re running a landscaping or lawn care business, one of the most crucial questions you can ask yourself is: do I need workers’ compensation insurance? Frankly, with workers’ comp, there’s little to no gray area. The post Do landscaping companies need workers’ compensation insurance?

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AMAXX

AUGUST 7, 2024

The higher the risk, the higher the workers’ compensation premium for that classification. These rules are established by rating organizations like the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) in most states, though some states have their own rating bureaus.

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AMAXX

AUGUST 21, 2024

5 Reasons Why Workers’ Compensation Reserves Are Higher Than Expected: 1. Disability Rating Adjustments: If the employee’s disability rating is higher or lower than initially predicted, this will affect the compensation they are entitled to, necessitating a reserve adjustment. Is the Cost for the Claim for Life?

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InsuranceBee

MAY 24, 2024

When it comes to cleaning businesses, one of the most common questions we’re asked is: do janitors need workers’ compensation insurance? The post Why janitors need workers’ compensation insurance appeared first on InsuranceBee Blog. It protects your employees if they get injured or hurt while working for you.

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AMAXX

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

FREE DOWNLOAD: “Step-By-Step Process To Master Workers’ Comp In 90 Days” Document the Incident All workplace injuries should be properly documented as soon as possible. Proper documentation not only aids in managing the workers’ compensation claim but also helps protect the employer against potential legal challenges.

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 8, 2024

The number of workers’ compensation claims for student-on-school-employee assault dropped significantly during the 2023-24 school year, according to data from Gallagher Basset. This change comes after two years of increasing claims following the 2020-21 school year. Citing client numbers covering …

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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. Benefits for Employees For employees, the assurance that workers' comp insurance provides cannot be overstated.

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Insurance Journal

JULY 16, 2024

Frank Fasano, Director of Sales at ToughComp, a PCF business, shares insight from his years of experience working within industries that experience challenges finding affordable workers’ compensation policies. This post is part of a series sponsored by PCF Insurance Services.

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Workers’ compensation medical payments per claim in California were 10% below the median state of a 17-state study sample for claims with experience through March 2023, a study from the Workers Compensation Research Institute shows. The WCRI study, CompScope Medical …

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Insurance Journal

JULY 14, 2024

reduction in workers’ compensation rates–a cut that is almost twice the size of what the insurance industry’s rating bureau proposed in its filing. Massachusetts businesses will see an average 14.6% The lower rates go into effect on July 1, 2024.

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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. Analysis of 1.2 The data also shows first-year employees are still among those most vulnerable to injury.

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New Jersey Workers' Comp

AUGUST 22, 2024

The New Jersey Division of Workers’ Compensation has historically assessed against employers the obligation to pay 60% of the fee of the injured worker. Injured workers pay 40% of the fee of their own attorney in New Jersey. This new counsel fee legislation affects both parties and petitioners’ attorneys.

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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

JULY 1, 2024

Issues concerning permanent total disability (PTD) benefits are a significant cost driver in workers’ compensation claims. When facing these claims, members of the claim management team and other interested stakeholders need to identify the issues early on, evaluate and develop defenses, and avoid costly mistakes.

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AMAXX

JULY 29, 2024

Claims Management Oversee the workers’ compensation claims process, ensuring timely filing and follow-up. 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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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. I also want to thank my co-presenter Rick Rubenstein, Esq.,

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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. For these reasons, the federal court dismissed the civil lawsuit and found that the only remedy of the plaintiff was to file a claim petition in the Division of Workers’ Compensation. Oakland Bd.

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AMAXX

JULY 15, 2024

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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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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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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AMAXX

OCTOBER 9, 2024

This activity ties directly to Paradigm’s key session, Human-Centered Care & Compassion: Real Workers, Groundbreaking Recoveries , where two catastrophically injured workers will share their why, the purpose they have found in the wake of life-changing injuries, and the critical importance of family and a holistic, team-based approach to care.

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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. from the current $242.86

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

AUGUST 30, 2024

It’s distinct from workers’ compensation insurance; workers’ comp (as it’s often called) provides benefits to employees who are injured on the job, while employer’s liability insurance covers the employer’s legal costs and potential damages if an employee … The post What Is Employers Liability Insurance?

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AMAXX

OCTOBER 1, 2024

When managing workers’ compensation, a claim audit or review is a crucial opportunity for employers, carriers, TPAs (Third-Party Administrators), and brokers to come together and optimize claim-handling practices. However, this approach is unproductive. Instead of pointing fingers, focus on constructive dialogue.

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AMAXX

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Willingness to Handle Workers’ Compensation Cases Workers’ compensation cases come with unique requirements and responsibilities. Your preferred provider must not only accept workers’ compensation cases but also be well-versed in the reporting and communication needs involved.

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LexisNexis

AUGUST 28, 2024

Rassp, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Friends Research Institute (friendsresearch.org) Disclaimers: The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and are not those of the State of California Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Workers’ Compensation, or the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board.

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AMAXX

AUGUST 12, 2024

In workers’ compensation, communication with injured workers is a critical aspect that can significantly influence the outcome of a claim. Proper communication helps facilitate a smooth return-to-work process and plays a crucial role in maintaining the injured worker’s morale and engagement with the organization.

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LexisNexis

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Oakland, CA – Migraine Drugs represented less than 1% of all prescriptions dispensed to California injured workers in 2023 but they consumed 4.7% of California workers’ compensation prescriptions filled in 2023, that was up from 0.2% Although the CWCI study notes that Migraine Drugs represented only 0.7% in 2018 to 4.7%

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Triple-I: Workers Compensation

JUNE 10, 2024

William Nibbelin, Senior Research Actuary, Triple-I The recent National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) Annual Insights Symposium (AIS) in Orlando, Fla., provided important context and clarity around the state of the workers compensation line of business.

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