Workers’ comp, traditionally hands-on and slow to adopt new technology, is now quickly integrating advanced tech tools to prevent workplace injuries and improve recovery times.

The 84-year-old former owner of Fresno-based TKJ Trucking is charged with under-reporting over $2 million in payroll to evade workers’ compensation costs, leading to substantial fraud allegations.

Nationwide’s new research highlights how staffing shortages and inadequate safety training are contributing to increased risks and distractions for company drivers, prompting calls for better training and safety measures.

Quest Diagnostics releases a detailed analysis of drug use trends in the workplace, highlighting key data and prevention strategies for employers.

The property and casualty sector faces ongoing underwriting losses, with personal lines being a significant contributor, despite improving trends.

A Florida court has ruled that an employee shot by a co-worker can sue his employer after being denied workers’ compensation benefits.

The Iowa Supreme Court clarifies a longstanding misinterpretation in workers’ compensation law regarding vascular injuries.

Claims adjusters face new challenges with AI and data integration, requiring continuous adaptation and skill enhancement.

Transforming the relationship between claims adjusters and injured workers into a collaborative partnership can enhance fairness and efficiency in workers’ compensation claims.

In an eye-opening discussion on Reddit, claims adjusters from various companies share their struggles with high volumes and burnout.

Artificial intelligence is set to revolutionize workers compensation claims, with AI teams providing holistic support to human adjusters.

A new report by the Workers Compensation Research Institute highlights a 5-6% increase in work-related accidents when temperatures exceed 90 degrees, particularly in the southern U.S. and construction industry.

The Iowa Court of Appeals reverses a premature summary judgment in a case involving a staffing agency worker injured by a forklift.

The latest NYC Construction Safety Report reveals a significant reduction in fatalities but an uptick in worker injuries, highlighting both progress and ongoing safety challenges in the construction sector.

At Wegmans, AI technology has slashed litigation rates and improved response times in workers’ compensation claims, leading to faster, more effective treatment.