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Nearly 30% of workers experiencing pain don’t report it, highlighting disconnect between management and employees: MSD Solutions Lab research.
Taking insurance trade groups to task in looking for scapegoats.
With the future of the Oklahoma Option in question, efforts to pass similar plans in other states are also in a holding pattern.
Significant workers’ comp legal decisions from around the country.
Psychological services in the aftermath of a distressing event could prevent workers’ comp claims for post-event trauma.
A newly hired employee seeks workers’ comp benefits for an injury sustained during a pre-hire exam.
Ever wish your company could go back and un-hire a bad apple? Hiring for integrity can minimize regrets as well as claims costs.
A growing number of industry stakeholders are keeping an open mind about reimbursing claims for the medical use of cannabis.
If your actuary lacks a cogent understanding of your loss reserve analysis; maybe it’s time to get a new actuary.
The next generation of connected safety wearables could mark a new era in workplace safety and insurance – but only if the data they produce is harnessed in the right way.
Risk management challenges are growing, but resources to meet those challenges are not.
A higher payroll may mean an increase in premiums. Claims costs may increase as well.
The 2016 opening keynote speaker for NWCDC is passionate about harnessing technology to keep injured workers engaged with their recovery.
The best way to attract and retain young talent is to focus on the positives that the workers’ comp industry has to offer.
While most safety incentive programs are well intended, employers must ensure that they don’t backfire and discourage reporting.
Where higher reimbursement rates exist for workers’ comp, physicians may be more inclined to categorize an injury as occupational.
The National Alliance of Medicare Set-Aside Professionals is calling for limits on the duration and doses of opioids.
Experts explain what changes employers can expect from OSHA in the near future.
Employers should be aware of how the effects of aging can increase risks for older drivers in the workplace.
Quality assurance audits help risk managers, insurers and TPAs counteract weaknesses in delivery of services.