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How to Set Employee Expectations Before an Injury Happens

AMAXX

In workers compensation, the moments before an injury ever occurs are just as important if not more so than the moments after. Lets explore how to set employee expectations before an injury happens going beyond just handing out a brochure. Think: ACME Injury Prevention and Recovery Program (iPAR). Here’s how.

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Mistake: Accepting Every Workers’ Compensation Claim

AMAXX

Many companies operate under an unwritten rule: accept every workers compensation claim, no questions asked. A well-managed workers compensation program should pay 100% of legitimate claimsand 0% of the claims that arent. Employees should know upfront that all claims will be reviewed, and only legitimate injuries will be covered.

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How Fear Impacts Workers’ Compensation Claims (and What to Do About It)

AMAXX

By understanding the role fear plays in workers compensation claims, employers can implement strategies to foster trust, improve outcomes, and reduce costs. The Link Between Fear and Litigation Studies have consistently identified fear as a major driver of workers compensation litigation.

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How to Prevent Workplace Injuries and Reduce Workers’ Compensation Claims

Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

Crutches leaning against a wall by Anna Shvets Workplace injuries affect more than just your team. For business owners, preventing injuries is key to protecting employees, maintaining productivity, and minimizing workers compensation claims. Training is another effective tool for injury prevention.

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Injury Response Isn’t Just HR’s Job — It’s a Company-Wide Culture Shift

AMAXX

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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2 Common Mistakes In Workers’ Comp Doctor Selection

AMAXX

When a workplace injury occurs, selecting the right physician is a critical factor in ensuring a smooth recovery and return to work. While using an approved network is necessary for insurance and cost-control reasons, not all doctors within the network are equally effective at managing workplace injuries.

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Reforming Your Workers’ Comp Program: Avoiding Common Pitfalls and Taking Action

AMAXX

Revamping a workers compensation (WC) program can transform how companies manage costs and care for injured employees. Misidentifying the Problem A frequent mistake is attributing WC challenges solely to injury management partners or external factors, such as adjuster turnover or physician behavior. Avoiding Common Errors 1.