Workers' Comp

From Comorbidities to Catastrophes: Breaking Down Complex Claims for Older Workers

Workers age 55-plus are staying in the workforce longer. When injuries occur, claims can become complex for this demographic. 

Predict & Prevent® Podcast Episode 18: Wearable Allies: Transforming Workplace Safety

Workplace Injuries Incur Increased Costs and Extended Recovery Periods: Travelers

Innovative Wearable Technology Partnership Transforms Workplace Safety at Food Bank

Kristine Kennedy of Healthesystems on Innovation in Workers’ Comp Communication and Technology Integration

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Workers’ Comp Docket

Significant workers’ comp legal decisions from around the country.

Comp Community Has Eyes on ColoradoCare

Opinions are mixed on whether Colorado’s proposed single-payer system would be helpful or harmful for workers’ comp payers.

Oklahoma Justices: Opt-Out No Longer an Option

Have employers have been left in the lurch by the state Supreme Court decision ruling Oklahoma’s Opt Out Act unconstitutional?

Opioids an Obstacle to Better Claim Outcomes

Workers’ comp professionals have a broad array of tools at their disposal to help combat the ongoing problem of opioid abuse.

Regulatory Review

A round-up of nationwide regulatory changes affecting the workers’ compensation industry.

Nurses Provide Frontline Care

The real impact of nurses on workers’ comp claims outcomes is largely overlooked.

Hunting ADA Violations

Heightened scrutiny by the EEOC and DOL fuels litigation and shows a need for greater employer awareness.

Workers’ Comp Docket

Significant workers’ compensation decisions from around the country.

Does Exclusive Remedy Block Supervisor’s Suit Against Coworker?

A court must decide whether post- bar-hopping injury occurred within the course of employment.

Investing in a Safer Future

Nine projects being funded by the Ohio BWC strive to create safer workplaces in Ohio and across the rest of the country.

Workers’ Compensation Conference Program Released

NWCDC’s presentations offer leading-edge strategies from employers and other experts to mitigate workers’ comp and disability challenges.

Presumption of Responsibility

Designating certain diseases as work hazards speeds up claims and streamlines the system, but may increase costs.

Bundled Care’s Place in Workers’ Comp

Bundled care programs are one alternative care model emphasizing quality over quantity.

Did Parking Lot Fall Occur in Course and Scope of Employment?

A teacher is injured when she slips and falls on ice on her way into work. Was it in the course and scope of employment?

Workers’ Comp Docket

Significant workers’ comp legal decisions from around the country.

Regulatory Review

A round-up of nationwide regulatory changes affecting the workers’ compensation industry.

Bluegrass State Leads the Opioid Fight

Kentucky, long poisoned by the opioid epidemic, is turning its experiences into strategies that can help other states drive change.

In Support of Monitoring

The benefits of prescription drug monitoring programs are clear, but some states could be better utilizing them.

Legislation to Collateralize Workers’ Comp

Some states want fully liquid collateral backing large deductible workers’ comp programs.

Reaping the Rewards of Benefits Integration

Participants in the 2016 DMEC Annual Conference shared ideas on benefits integration and effective wellness strategies.