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
New York Court Upholds Carrier’s Cancelation, Shifts Injury Liability to General Contractor
A court ruling places liability on a general contractor for a subcontractor’s worker’s injury due to the carrier’s policy cancelation for nonpayment.
March 14, 2024
Insurance Industry
Liability
Workers' Compensation
New York
Maine Roofing Contractor Faces Charges for Lack of Workers’ Comp Coverage
After a not-guilty verdict in a manslaughter case, Shawn Purvis faces new charges for failing to provide workers’ compensation insurance.
March 14, 2024
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Workers' Compensation
Maine
Health Worker Shortages Impact Workers’ Compensation Treatment Options
Ongoing health care worker shortages continue to challenge the availability of treatment for workers’ compensation claimants, with experts calling for industry-wide solutions.
March 13, 2024
Life & Health
Workers' Compensation
Florida
North Carolina
Two Convicted in Workers’ Compensation Fraud Cases in New York
New York Inspector General’s office secures guilty pleas in cases of workers’ compensation fraud, recovering over $50,000 in misappropriated funds.
March 11, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Workers' Compensation
New York
Addressing the Surge in Construction Industry Risks Amid Growth and Labor Shortages
As the construction industry faces labor shortages and cost escalations, the focus sharpens on risk management and insurance strategies to control rising expenses.
March 8, 2024
Education & Training
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation
WD Flooring Faces Hefty Fines for Multiple Safety Violations, OSHA Reports
OSHA proposes a $269,662 penalty against WD Flooring for serious safety violations including electrical and fall hazards, lack of hearing protection, and inadequate training on hazardous chemicals.
March 7, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
Wisconsin
Addressing Kinesiophobia: The Hidden Barrier to Recovery in Workers’ Compensation
Experts identify kinesiophobia, the irrational fear of movement, as a significant obstacle in workers’ compensation cases, stressing the need for a multidisciplinary treatment approach.
March 6, 2024
Education & Training
Life & Health
Risk Management
Workers' Compensation
Exploring the Impact of Physical Therapy on Workers’ Compensation and Beyond
Physical therapy (PT) is increasingly recognized for its clinical and economic benefits, offering significant savings and improved outcomes across the healthcare spectrum.
March 4, 2024
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Technology
Workers' Compensation
Construction Industry’s Quest for Safety Amidst Rising Risks and Market Demands
As construction risks climb, industry leaders focus on advanced mitigation strategies to protect workers and ensure project success.
March 4, 2024
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation
Exploring the Multifaceted World of Insurance Adjusting: Insights from Industry Veterans
Industry experts share their experiences, offering valuable insights into the daily life, challenges, and rewards of working as an insurance adjuster.
March 1, 2024
Auto
Education & Training
Property
Workers' Compensation
Navigating Privacy Concerns in Workers’ Comp Safety Tech Adoption
Effective strategies can transform employee skepticism into acceptance for workplace safety technologies.
February 27, 2024
Education & Training
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation
New Jersey
