SB 1299 proposes a rebuttable presumption for heat-related injuries among agricultural workers in California, potentially shifting legal and administrative burdens in the workers’ compensation system.

The First District Court of Appeal of Florida has reversed a workers’ compensation award in favor of Austin Sodders, a former pitcher for the Detroit Tigers.

The West Virginia Supreme Court ruled that a worker can pursue a civil lawsuit against third-party manufacturers despite a denied workers’ compensation claim, marking a significant victory for workers’ compensation plaintiff attorneys.

Thousands of Amazon Flex drivers have filed claims alleging misclassification as independent contractors, seeking unpaid wages and other financial compensation.

Two farm labor contractors in Kings County, California have been arraigned on multiple felony counts for allegedly underreporting $29.2 million in payroll to save on workers’ compensation insurance premiums and taxes.

The Whole Worker model centers on the injured worker’s emotional well-being, reducing anxiety and improving recovery outcomes through continuous care and telemedicine.

Joseph Berardo Jr. of Carisk Partners discusses AI’s potential in healthcare, advancements in surgical technology, and emerging trends in the workers’ compensation industry.

A New Jersey court ruled that an Amazon driver’s workplace shooting injury was not compensable under workers’ compensation, citing the personal nature of the incident and lack of connection to employment.

Higher temperatures lead to more work-related injuries, especially in the South and among construction workers.

A West Virginia appellate court ruled that a worker injured while assisting an accident victim during a work-related trip is entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, overturning previous decisions.

Navigating the complex intersection of workers’ compensation and employment law can be challenging for employers. Learn how proactive legal strategies can help avoid costly pitfalls.

The Missouri Court of Appeals confirmed that the state-run Second Injury Fund is not responsible for a worker’s permanent total disability benefits related to a psychological injury following a physical injury.

With the rise of weight loss medications, there’s potential for their use in workers’ compensation cases to aid injured workers struggling with obesity-related recovery challenges.

A janitorial company in San Bernardino, California, is under scrutiny as its owners face multiple felony counts for allegedly underreporting over $2.4 million in payroll to evade workers’ compensation premiums and payroll taxes.

U.S. Postal Service to compensate an Oregon mail carrier for wrongful termination and emotional distress following a workplace injury report.