Trucker’s Wife Avoids Second Prison Term in Workers’ Compensation Fraud Case

Frances Hall, previously convicted of murdering her husband, avoids a second prison term after pleading guilty in a $9 million workers’ compensation fraud scheme.
July 24, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Workers' Compensation Texas

Emerging Challenges in US Workers’ Compensation Market: Swiss Re Analysis

After a decade of profitability, the US workers’ compensation insurance market faces new risks, requiring disciplined underwriting to maintain stability.
July 23, 2024 Insurance Industry Risk Management Underwriting Workers' Compensation California New Jersey New York

Insurance Adjusters Face Overwhelming Workload Challenges

Adjusters in the insurance industry, particularly those working in property claims, are expressing significant frustration and burnout due to overwhelming workloads and unrealistic expectations.
July 22, 2024 Auto Catastrophe Insurance Industry Workers' Compensation Minnesota

California Insurance Commissioner Calls for In-Depth Analysis of Silicosis Workers’ Compensation Claims

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has requested a comprehensive study from the WCIRB on workers’ compensation claims for silicosis, aiming to better understand and support affected workers.
July 22, 2024 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Workers' Compensation California

NCCI Report Highlights Profitability and Challenges in Workers’ Compensation Insurance

The NCCI reports sustained profitability in private workers’ compensation insurance, with a combined ratio of 86 for the past two years and below 90 for seven consecutive years.
July 19, 2024 Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology Workers' Compensation

New Study Uncovers State Variations in Workers’ Compensation for First Responders’ Mental Health

Recent research from the FIRST Center highlights significant differences in state workers’ compensation laws for first responders with mental health conditions, emphasizing the need for uniform presumption laws.
July 16, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Risk Management Workers' Compensation Alaska Arizona California Colorado Connecticut

Florida Court Rules Employer Entitled to Full Workers’ Compensation Lien

A Florida appellate court has ruled that Captain D’s LLC is entitled to fully collect on its workers’ compensation lien after an injured worker failed to prove she didn’t receive full value from her injuries in a third-party settlement.
July 15, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Workers' Compensation Florida

AI Helps Cut Workers Comp Costs by Identifying Fraud and Difficult Claims

Artificial intelligence is aiding insurers and employers in reducing workers comp costs by identifying difficult and fraudulent claims, but it remains a tool for claims handlers rather than a replacement.
July 8, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Technology Workers' Compensation California Georgia Massachusetts Missouri

New OSHA Rule to Protect Workers from Heat Illness

OSHA’s proposed rule aims to safeguard indoor and outdoor workers from heat-related illnesses and deaths.
July 2, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Workers' Compensation California Colorado Maryland Minnesota Oregon

Farmers Insurance Addresses Adjuster Concerns Following Anonymous Letter

Farmers Insurance responds to claims of understaffing and overworking made by an anonymous group of in-house adjusters, following a significant increase in claims and workforce reduction.
July 2, 2024 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Workers' Compensation Alabama California Florida Georgia Tennessee

Rhode Island Domestic Workers Now Entitled to State Minimum Wage

Democratic Gov. Daniel McKee signed a bill ensuring Rhode Island domestic workers receive the state minimum wage. Previously excluded, these workers will now earn at least $14 per hour, with an increase to $15 on January 1st.
July 2, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Workers' Compensation Hawaii Massachusetts New York Rhode Island

Heat-Related Injuries and Workers’ Compensation in California Agriculture

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.
June 18, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Liability Risk Management Workers' Compensation California

Florida Appeals Court Reverses Workers’ Compensation Award for Former MLB Player

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.
June 17, 2024 Insurance Industry Litigation Workers' Compensation Florida

West Virginia Supreme Court Rules on Workers’ Compensation and Product Liability

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.
June 13, 2024 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Workers' Compensation West Virginia

Delivery Drivers File Wage Claims Against Amazon

Thousands of Amazon Flex drivers have filed claims alleging misclassification as independent contractors, seeking unpaid wages and other financial compensation.
June 13, 2024 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Workers' Compensation California Illinois Massachusetts Wisconsin
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