Effectively handling workers compensation claims is essential to protecting the resources of employers and insurance carriers.

In an environment with a high volume of workers compensation claims, it can become difficult to ensure that all claims are being handled competently. However, there are steps employers can take to make sure all cases are handled in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible.

These steps involve utilizing new technologies, effectively communicating with claimants, initiating and implementing return-to-work programs, and considering multiple factors to avoid litigation.