New York City Construction Worker Implicated in Fraudulent Workers’ Comp Claim
A construction worker in Queens becomes an unwitting participant in a workers’ compensation fraud scheme, spotlighting a wider issue in New York.
April 3, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Workers' Compensation
New York
Major Unemployment Fraud Ring Busted in New Jersey
New Jersey authorities charge 20 individuals in a significant crackdown on unemployment insurance fraud, recouping over $1.1 million.
April 3, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
New Jersey
Ohio Manufacturer Faces OSHA Penalties for Repeated Safety Violations
Despite previous citations, ArcelorMittal Tubular Products USA LLC fails to safeguard an employee from severe injuries, incurring over $250,000 in OSHA penalties.
April 3, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Workers' Compensation
Illinois
Indiana
Ohio
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Adjuster Regrets Promotion to Claims Manager, Laments Corporate Challenges
A newly promoted claims manager vents frustrations with the role, sparking advice and shared experiences on navigating corporate challenges.
April 2, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Property
Workers' Compensation
Texas
New Mexico Supreme Court Strikes Down Workers’ Compensation Act Provision as Unconstitutional
The New Mexico Supreme Court rules the Workers’ Compensation Act’s differential treatment of physical and mental injuries unconstitutional, advocating for equal benefits.
April 2, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Workers' Compensation
New Mexico
New Report Sheds Light on Workers’ Compensation Claims Trends in California
A recent study by the WCIRB of California reveals a notable trend: 40% of workers’ compensation claims originate from employees with less than a year of tenure.
April 1, 2024
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
California
The Impact of COVID-19 on Workers’ Compensation: Insights from the National Academy of Social Insurance Report
The 26th annual report by the National Academy of Social Insurance offers a detailed look at workers’ compensation trends during the COVID-19 era, showcasing the system’s adaptability.
March 29, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
North Carolina Supreme Court Reverses Decision on Weight-Loss Surgery Compensation
In a landmark decision, the North Carolina Supreme Court rules against covering weight-loss surgery under workers’ compensation for a preschool employee.
March 26, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Workers' Compensation
North Carolina
Louisiana Proposes Two Bills to Amend Workers’ Compensation Laws
Representatives Taylor introduces two bills in Louisiana aiming to modify the landscape of workers’ compensation claims and presumptions.
March 26, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Workers' Compensation
Louisiana
Alabama Medical Fraud Scheme Leads to Prison Sentences for Four Individuals
A compounding pharmacy fraud scheme in Alabama involving kickbacks for unnecessary medical services results in prison sentences and hefty restitution orders.
March 25, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Workers' Compensation
Alabama
Professional Employer Organizations Revolutionize Small Business Compliance and HR
Amid challenges, Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) emerge as a critical ally for small to medium businesses, blending compliance, HR, and workers’ comp solutions.
March 25, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation
California
Florida
Court Denies Truck Driver’s PTSD Claim from Minor Fire, Citing Normal Working Conditions
A Commonwealth Court rules that a minor truck fire, extinguished quickly without injury, does not constitute an abnormal working condition for truck drivers.
March 22, 2024
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
AI Enhancements Streamline Workers’ Compensation Claims Process for Adjusters
AI assistants are revolutionizing the workload for workers’ compensation claims adjusters by providing online claims access and reducing phone and email inquiries.
March 21, 2024
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation
Massachusetts Couple Charged in Fraud Schemes Targeting Insurance and Federal Loan Programs
A Massachusetts couple faces charges for defrauding workers’ compensation insurers, the SBA, and their mortgage lender, potentially leading to decades in prison.
March 15, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
Massachusetts
Effective Strategies for Employers to Manage Claims and Facilitate Return-to-Work Programs
Discover how employers can save on costs and avoid litigation by offering light-duty employment to injured employees, along with pre-claim preparation tips.
March 15, 2024
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
