AMAXX

MAY 14, 2025

If you want a high-performing workers comp programone that reduces claims, controls costs, and supports injured employees you need a rockstar internal team. Heres how to build a strong, accountable workers comp teamand why its the foundation of success. Step 2: Define Your Internal Team Workers comp is a team sport.

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AMAXX

APRIL 30, 2025

Managing workers compensation can feel like playing whack-a-mole. One day its a delayed report, the next its an escalating claim or a frustrated injured worker. Thats not a dream its a reality for organizations that implement clear, consistent communication systems within their workers comp process.

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AMAXX

MAY 19, 2025

The workers compensation system may feel like a complex web of insurance premiums, claims adjusters, and legal disputesbut at its core, its rooted in one simple idea: a compromise. Railroad workers, miners, & factory employees were routinely exposed to serious hazards on the job. Thus, the Grand Bargain was born.

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AMAXX

MAY 6, 2025

But whats often missed is that onboarding is one of the most critical safety tools in a companys injury prevention strategy. Injury rates dont spike after years on the jobthey surge within the first few days and weeks of employment. 44% of construction injuries are first-year incidents.

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AMAXX

MAY 27, 2025

In the world of workers compensation, few factors have a more immediate and measurable impact on claim outcomes than lag time the delay between when an injury occurs and when it is reported to the carrier or third-party administrator (TPA). Set a Clear Goal The gold standard for reporting an injury should be within 10 minutes.

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AMAXX

JANUARY 27, 2025

Revamping a workers compensation (WC) program can transform how companies manage costs and care for injured employees. Below, we explore common errors and provide actionable steps to begin reforming a workers’ comp program. Do supervisors and employees understand their roles in the post-injury process?

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AMAXX

MAY 6, 2025

Hiring is more than finding the right resume or filling a seatits the first and most important line of defense in preventing workplace injuries and reducing workers comp costs. Employers struggling with first-year injuries, high turnover, or repeat claims often have something in common: a reactive hiring process.

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AMAXX

JUNE 24, 2025

Sometimes, the smallest gestures make the biggest difference—especially in workers’ compensation. Something like: “Hey John, I heard about your injury—just wanted to say we miss you at the shop and hope you’re on the mend. Within 48–72 hours of the injury. Build trust before problems arise. Yes, a card.

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AMAXX

MAY 13, 2025

With just five core metrics , you can quickly diagnose the health of your workers compensation program , prioritize where to act, and measure your progress over time. Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) Why it matters: TRIR, an OSHA metric, tracks how often injuries happen. These metrics arent just numbers.

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AMAXX

JUNE 5, 2025

But heres the truth: Effective injury response isnt just an HR task its a company-wide culture shift. Organizations that treat injury response as a team effort see better outcomes: faster recovery times, lower claim costs, fewer disputes, and higher employee satisfaction. Those that isolate it to a single department?

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AMAXX

MAY 27, 2025

Workers compensation is often misunderstood as a fixed cost of doing businesssomething employers have to accept, manage passively, and simply write checks for. In reality, workers comp costs are one of the most controllable expenses in your organization. Avoid It : Treat workers comp like a strategic initiative.

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AMAXX

JUNE 17, 2025

When it comes to managing workers’ compensation claims, many employers focus on lagging indicators—things like claim count, indemnity costs, and days lost. The Return-to-Work Ratio measures the percentage of injured employees who return to work within 0–4 days of the injury. Compare locations, departments, or supervisors.

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Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

MARCH 19, 2025

Brick commercial office building by Binyamin Mellish Expanding your business to a new location is an exciting step toward growth, but it also introduces new risks. Without the right coverage, unforeseen challenges—such as property damage, employee injuries, or legal issues—could put your investment at risk.

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AMAXX

JUNE 9, 2025

When it comes to workers’ compensation litigation, fear is the unspoken force driving many claims into the courtroom. It’s not necessarily bad injuries, bad actors, or even bad faith that sends injured workers searching for an attorney. Treat injured workers the way you’d want your family treated.

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AMAXX

JULY 30, 2025

Multiply that by several injuries—and you’ll see how quickly those numbers can spiral out of control. How the Cost Adds Up When an employee stays out of work after an injury, you’re not just paying their workers’ compensation indemnity benefits. Build a Job Bank Identify transitional duty tasks in advance.

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AMAXX

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Click Link to Access Free PDF Download “Avoid the 3 Primary Reasons Injured Workers Hire Attorneys” Common Communication Gaps Workers compensation attorneys frequently cite communication breakdowns as the primary reason injured workers seek legal representation.

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AMAXX

JUNE 12, 2025

In workers’ compensation, the most successful claims are not the ones that are won in court—they’re the ones that never get there in the first place. When your organization builds a reputation for integrity, preparation, and readiness, fewer attorneys want to fight you, and fewer claims escalate. Document prior injuries.

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AMAXX

APRIL 30, 2025

When a workers compensation claim spirals into a costly, prolonged, or litigated nightmare, most people instinctively look for a technical failure: late paperwork, a coverage issue, or a misstep by the claims adjuster. The real reason many workers comp claims go off the rails? Here are four high-impact ways to start: 1.

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AMAXX

JULY 10, 2025

You’re facing lost time, medical costs, and skyrocketing workers’ compensation expenses. The New Hire Injury Spike: By the Numbers Multiple studies back up what many employers already suspect: 35% of all workplace injuries happen in the first year. 44% of construction injuries hit first-year workers.

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AMAXX

MAY 12, 2025

Its a funny sceneuntil you realize its exactly how most employers manage their workers compensation programs. The Bugs Bunny Trap is a perfect metaphor for how workers comp can spiral out of control without a strategic framework. So how do you escape the chaos and build a streamlined, high-performance comp program?

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AMAXX

JUNE 26, 2025

When people think about avoiding workers’ compensation litigation, their minds often go to legal strategies, claim investigations, or maybe physician networks. Reputation-building with partners Attorneys and TPAs want to work with organized employers who run proactive programs. It’s operational. It’s simple.

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AMAXX

JULY 24, 2025

As the workforce ages, employers face a growing challenge in managing the impact of chronic pain on workers’ compensation claims. In workers’ comp, chronic pain is not just a medical issue—it’s a cost driver, a productivity barrier, and often a root cause of long-term disability. What Is a Chronic Pain Program?

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AMAXX

JUNE 16, 2025

When an employee is injured on the job, a timely and thoughtful return-to-work (RTW) program can be the difference between a minor detour and a long, costly journey through the workers’ compensation system. Building a Collaborative RTW Culture So how do you shift from traditional to collaborative? The answer? Work together.

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Scott Insurance

JULY 3, 2025

Workplace injuries in physically demanding industries like construction, hospitality, manufacturing and transportation are costly, with heightened risk early in employment. While costly, these injuries are often preventable. POMQs can provide helpful information should a workers’ compensation claim arise later in an employee’s tenure.

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AMAXX

APRIL 10, 2025

In the complex world of workers compensation, risk managers play a vital role in aligning strategic oversight with day-to-day claims operations. Far from being a behind-the-scenes figure, a successful risk manager serves as the linchpin between claims administration, adjusters, and injury management teams.

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AMAXX

APRIL 14, 2025

Injuries are an inevitable part of the workplace, but lost time doesnt have to be. Transitional duty keeps injured workers productive and engaged, while helping employers manage workers compensation costs and maintain continuity in staffing.

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AMAXX

JUNE 10, 2025

The Solution: Build a Real Team 1. They should be involved at the start , when the claim first shows signs of complexity or when you’re unsure whether it’s compensable. “If Build consistency: Use the same attorney or small team for ongoing claims. Helps you avoid unnecessary battles—not just win them.

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AMAXX

MAY 21, 2025

Ask the average employee who pays for workers compensation, and you might hear answers like the insurance company, the government, or even nobodyits just a benefit. In reality, the employer foots the bill for every dollar spent in the workers compensation system. So, the next time someone asks, Who pays for workers comp?youll

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AMAXX

JUNE 19, 2025

Return-to-work (RTW) programs are one of the most effective strategies for reducing workers’ compensation costs and improving recovery outcomes. Involving the union early builds buy-in and reduces grievances. Stack is the creator of Injury Management Results (IMR) software and founder of Amaxx Workers’ Comp Training Center.

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LexisNexis

JUNE 17, 2025

Read now » Related Content Workers’ Compensation Law (TX) Dig deep into a comprehensive overview of the scope and requirements of Texas workers' compensation laws. Workers’ Compensation for Private Employers Follow these key steps when advising private employers on common workers' compensation legal issues.

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AMAXX

JULY 3, 2025

Yet every year, countless organizations burn hours — and dollars — entering the same injury data into multiple systems. HR logs the injury. Risk Management initiates the workers’ compensation claim, tracks costs, and gathers data. Instead of sharing information, teams build separate silos. Who files OSHA reports?

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AMAXX

JULY 29, 2025

Think of it as your injury management playbook—ready to go the moment an injury occurs. Too many employers scramble to create a transitional duty assignment after an injury, wasting valuable time and driving up indemnity costs. Here’s how to build one that actually works. This builds your list fast.

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AMAXX

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Workplace injuries can have significant financial and operational impacts on businesses, but the cost to the employee is often much greater. From physical pain to financial insecurity, an injury can be life-altering. Despite this, many employers overlook one of the most critical aspects of workplace injury management: rehabilitation.

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AMAXX

JANUARY 6, 2025

When embarking on the journey to master workers compensation, the road is well-traveled and marked by proven strategies. Our three components to achieve workers comp mastery are: Framework , Employer Controls , and External Controls. Workers compensation programs are multifaceted, and leaders often struggle to prioritize.

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AMAXX

AUGUST 27, 2024

Supervisors play a critical role in the management of workplace injuries. They are often the first to respond when an employee is hurt and are responsible for guiding both the injured employee and the organization through the post-injury process. First Responder Role: When an injury occurs, the supervisor is often the first to know.

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AMAXX

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Identifying red flag cases involving Medicare considerations early on is essential, especially for catastrophic injuries or workers nearing Medicare eligibility. Soft Tactics: These focus on empathy, personal outreach, and building rapport. For example: Discussing family needs or career aspirations post-settlement.

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AMAXX

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The challenge was simple yet revealing: participants had to build the tallest tower possible using 20 pieces of uncooked spaghetti, one yard of transparent tape, one yard of string, and a single marshmallow, which had to sit on top of the tower. Early reporting and hazard mitigation are key to preventing costly claims and minimizing downtime.

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