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How to Tell If You Need a Nurse Case Manager for Your Workers’ Compensation Claim

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The injury coordinator can evaluate these aspects of both telephonic case management and field-based case management by first emailing the adjuster and stating the above. Also, the injury coordinator should know whether your NCM is an RN or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). When an employee is missing medical appointments.

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Resume Lies, Fake References, and Hidden Risks: How to Spot Red Flags Before You Hire

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And while a little résumé fluff might seem harmless, the consequences can be anything but—especially when it comes to workers’ compensation costs and workplace safety. Dishonest hires are more prone to actively disengage, cut corners, and disregard safety protocols —raising the risk of accidents and injuries.

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Job Descriptions: The Secret Weapon for Safer Hiring and Lower Workers’ Comp Costs

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A clear, accurate job description isn’t just a recruiting aid—it’s a secret weapon for safer hiring, lower workers’ compensation costs, and legal protection against costly discrimination claims. A surge in first-year injuries—accounting for 35% of all workplace injuries. Avoid paying for injuries unrelated to the job.

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Blog Post: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Medicine and Law

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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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Increase Your Commissions by Selling Disability Insurance

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In California, you can sell disability insurance if you have an Accident and Health license. In Nevada, your existing health insurance producer license also allows you to selling disability income insurance. Work-related disability is covered by Workers Compensation insurance. LTD plans may differ.

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National Workers’ Comp Adjuster Day: Unsung Heroes Who Improve People’s Lives

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Tess Madison, claims specialist with The MEMIC Group , said it’s the variety of people that she gets to work with and interact with daily that she enjoys best about being a workers compensation adjuster. Workers compensation claims adjusters are licensed by the states in which they work.

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Blog Post: California Compensation Cases February 2025

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Pyburn Premises LiabilityApplication of Privette DoctrineContractor Licensing Requirements and ExemptionsCourt of Appeal, affirming trial court, held that defendant was entitled to summary judgment in negligence action brought by plaintiff who was injured by falling branch while trimming trees on defendants property, when Court of Appeal Madrigal v.