AMAXX

JANUARY 13, 2025

Navigating workers’ compensation can be complex, with various parties working together to ensure effective claims management and cost containment. Lets explore the roles of these critical players in a workers’ compensation system.

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AMAXX

MARCH 18, 2025

These errors can have significant consequences, including prolonged recovery times, increased claims costs, and a greater likelihood of litigation. She was given a list of four medical providers but found that: Two providers did not accept workers compensation patients. The only available provider was 70 miles away.

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Insurance Journal

JANUARY 9, 2025

If insurance carriers want to have dibs on a company’s assets as premium security or collateral, they had better specify that those assets include potential tort-claim settlements, a federal appeals court said Wednesday. In a case that involved a Florida …

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AMAXX

JULY 15, 2024

One of the most critical aspects of managing workers’ compensation claims is ensuring that injured employees receive prompt medical treatment. Understanding the importance of quickly reporting claims and reducing lag time is key to preventing such scenarios. Initially, this policy faced controversy and skepticism.

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AMAXX

MARCH 24, 2025

These employees, known as “general exclusions,” require their payroll to be reported and calculated separately, directly influencing workers compensation premiums. ” Stay tuned to complete your understanding and gain further control over your workers’ compensation premiums. All state laws vary.

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 22, 2024

The West Virginia insurance commissioner’s office has adopted a new policy: It will soon begin destroying workers’ compensation claim files that are 10 years old or older. “Given increasing cybersecurity concerns and the type of information contained in the closed …

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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. Legacy claims that linger unresolved. What is the status of open or legacy claims?

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AMAXX

MARCH 17, 2025

There are elements in your workers compensation program that may be creating challenges without you even realizing it. These challenges can stem from incentives, employee motivations, policies, or procedures that deliver unintended consequences. Small injuries go unaddressed, leading to more severe claims down the road.

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LexisNexis

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Hamilton, Former Assistant Secretary and Deputy Commissioner, California Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Over the past several decades California has implemented broad legislative changes aimed at lowering the costs associated with workers’ compensation, especially medical expenditures. Mueller, K.L, Mueller, K.L,

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AMAXX

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

These assignments help businesses manage claims costs, reduce lost workdays, and maintain workforce productivity. Conclusion An effective transitional duty policy supports injured employees while controlling workers’ compensation costs. Contact: mstack@reduceyourworkerscomp.com.

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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

MAY 26, 2025

When a workplace injury occurs, most people think of two parties: the injured worker and the employer. But beneath the surface lies an intricate, interconnected web of stakeholders, each playing a unique role in managing the outcome of the claim. Workers compensation isnt a solo actits a team sport.

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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. Who their point of contact will be (adjuster, claims coordinator, etc.).

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R&R Insurance

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

On October 1, 2024 Wisconsin continued its trend entering a ninth consecutive year of reduced workers compensation insurance rates. This rate reduction will affect work comp policies with renewal dates between 10/01/24 to 09/30/25. Rates in 2024 fell an average of 10.5% What can Contractors do?

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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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Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

MARCH 19, 2025

From property protection to liability coverage, ensuring your business insurance policies align with your expansion is critical. Your current insurance policies may not automatically extend to the new site, and additional coverage may be required. If customers, vendors, or visitors will be on-site, this policy is essential.

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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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Property Insurance Centre

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

How a Liability Claim Can Ruin Your Business And How to Protect Yourself No matter how well you run your business, a single liability claim can have devastating consequences. The Financial Toll of a Liability Claim A lawsuit can lead to crippling legal expenses, compensation payouts, and increased insurance premiums.

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AMAXX

JULY 29, 2024

Claims Management Oversee the workers’ compensation claims process, ensuring timely filing and follow-up. Work with insurance adjusters and third-party administrators to manage and resolve claims efficiently. For additional resources and training, visit WCManual.com.

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AMAXX

MARCH 4, 2025

By shifting your perspective from compliance-as-burden to compliance-as-advantage, you can leverage OSHA requirements to create a safer, more productive workplace, reduce workers compensation costs , and enhance your company’s reputation. A policy or training is implemented to check the compliance box. Heres how: 1.

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AMAXX

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

” Common Flaws in Policies Many companies unknowingly implement policies that inadvertently sabotage their return-to-work efforts. These flawed policies often prevent employees from returning promptly, which can lead to increased costs and decreased morale.

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AMAXX

MARCH 24, 2025

Upon mutual agreement, the policy is then issued with the corrected classification codes. Schedule Rating and Policy Adjustments Once accurate classifications are established, insurers can apply further premium modifications known as “schedule rating.” Do not use this information without independent verification.

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AMAXX

JUNE 5, 2025

Organizations that treat injury response as a team effort see better outcomes: faster recovery times, lower claim costs, fewer disputes, and higher employee satisfaction. Why a Culture of Support Matters Injury response is more than just reporting forms and claims handling. Those that isolate it to a single department?

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New Jersey Workers' Comp

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

This new reporting requirement gives CMS access to every single workers compensation claim if it involves a Medicare beneficiary. The post MSA: To Submit or Not To Submit appeared first on NJ Workers' Comp Blog. The only exception to this reporting requirement is if the settlement is $750 or less.

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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. Month 34: Launch branded injury response brochures and return-to-work policy. Claims are managed proactively. A dream without a deadline is just a wish.

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New Jersey Workers' Comp

APRIL 3, 2024

For those who do not like workers’ compensation, blame Otto Von Bismarck. Yes, the man known as the Iron Chancellor, who united all the kingdoms and states into one Germany, passed the first modern workers’ compensation law in 1874. On April 4, 2024, New Jersey marks its 113 th year of workers’ compensation.

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LexisNexis

OCTOBER 8, 2024

COMPLEX EMPLOYMENT ISSUES FOR CALIFORNIA WORKERS' COMPENSATION A new softbound supplement to Rassp & Herlick, California Workers’ Compensation Law 284 pages PIN #0006801214509 For current pricing and to order, call 800-543-6862. What constitutes an independent contractor?

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AMAXX

APRIL 14, 2025

Transitional duty keeps injured workers productive and engaged, while helping employers manage workers compensation costs and maintain continuity in staffing. If no suitable roles are available on-site, remote work such as database clean-up, online training, or policy review might be viable.

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AMAXX

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

This can be done by partnering with clinics or healthcare providers that can see injured workers right away. Clearly define these roles in your RTW policy. Supervisors and case managers should stay in contact with the injured worker to provide support and address any issues as they arise.

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Jackson & Jackson

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Ensuring your business has the right insurance policies is not just a smart decision—it’s essential for long-term success. Here are the top 6 insurance policies every IT business in California should have to safeguard their operations. This policy covers medical expenses and lost wages if an employee gets injured or sick while working.

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LexisNexis

AUGUST 28, 2024

Rassp, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Friends Research Institute (friendsresearch.org) Disclaimers: The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and are not those of the State of California Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Workers’ Compensation, or the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board.

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AMAXX

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

These challenges can be exacerbated by poor communication, lack of clear policies, or inadequate support systems. Develop a Comprehensive RTW Policy A well-defined RTW policy is the cornerstone of managing difficult return-to-work scenarios. Understanding these difficulties is the first step toward addressing them effectively.

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AMAXX

AUGUST 27, 2024

Building on Success: Enhancing Existing Practices Once a comprehensive injury management program is in place, it’s important to build on existing internal processes to closely manage workers’ compensation and improve overall safety outcomes.

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New Jersey Workers' Comp

MARCH 25, 2024

in workers’ compensation medical and temporary disability benefits to petitioner, Darshelle Joseph. The workers’ compensation case had not yet been resolved. Mr. Joseph sued the tortfeasor and recovered $14,000 in settlement with his uninsured motorist insurance policy in December 2021. NJ Transit paid $7,112.90

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Triple-I: Workers Compensation

JULY 22, 2024

By Max Dorfman, Research Writer, Triple-I For the last 35 years, the National Conference of Insurance Guaranty Funds (NCIGF) – an organization dedicated to serving 55 property/casualty state guaranty funds – has provided operational support; communications, education, and outreach; as well as public policy management for these organizations.

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Zywave

MAY 15, 2025

While the mainstays are travel insurance, mobile phone coverage and appliance warranties, embedded insurance is now expanding across personal lines to segments including on-demand gig-economy-type policies, health, and employee benefits. Nor is it appropriate for lines with significant regulatory oversight, such as workers compensation.

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Insurance Agency of Ohio

JUNE 9, 2018

The new Service Line Coverage is a rider that can be added to a homeowner policy written by Cincinnati Insurance. We recently had a claim for a drain line that was damaged by tree roots. Homeowners insurance coverages have changed very little in the last 35 years. The premium for $10,000 coverage is $25 per year.

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