The North Pole is one of the safest workplaces in the world, thanks to the top-down leadership style of its internationally recognized CEO.

An ex-employee’s injury on a factory floor may not be compensable, but raises liability questions.

A drive to mitigate psychosocial factors exposes questions about defining them.

Fee schedule increases in California will impact payers significantly. However, it might help ensure access to care.

Proposal forms for professionals wishing to speak at the 2015 National Workers’ Compensation and Disability Conference & Expo are now available with a Feb. 6, 2015 deadline for submissions.

Creating and embracing a culture of return to work requires extensive education, training and commitment from all managers.

When the Florida employee of a Texas company is injured in Ohio, a battle over the claim’s jurisdiction rages.

Early, aggressive care can improve outcomes and reduce costs, studies show.

Thanks to increased narcotic use and higher rates of severe disability, younger injured workers are costing employers more in the long term.

Insurance groups make eleventh-hour calls the renewal of TRIA, citing the devastating consequences should it expire.

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

As presentations continue today, we thank everyone for their insights and attendance this week, and begin planning for next year.

The ACA has not yet impacted WC claims, but experts expect provider shortages to become a problem.

We’ve picked out four sessions we think you may find informative.

Nearly two-thirds of all adult illicit drug users are employed. Plus, more information about substance abuse among workers.

A new program that tackles psychosocial barriers gets injured workers back on the job in 10 weeks.

Private equity executives said they add resources and strategies to help their workers’ comp portfolio companies grow.

Communication and transparency rule when it comes to managed care programs.

Carriers have serious concerns about the health care industry’s impact on workers’ comp, but are encouraged by the savvy of employers.

Selecting a network of the best medical providers can result in reduced costs and better medical results for workers.