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From Integrity Tests to Physical Exams: A 6-Step Hiring System to Reduce Workers’ Comp Claims

AMAXX

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. This also ensures compliance and reduces liability for wrongful injury claims. Theyre moving fast, skipping steps, and taking on avoidable risk.

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The Hidden Costs of a Bad Hire: Why Employers Can’t Afford to Ignore Hiring Risks

AMAXX

But when it comes to the workers compensation system, a rushed or poorly evaluated hire can be far more costly than leaving a role vacant for a few extra weeks. In fact, bad hires aren’t just a performance issuethey are a financial and legal liability , particularly in industries where physical labor increases the risk of injury.

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Who Really Pays for Workers’ Comp? Debunking a Common Myth

AMAXX

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. These misconceptions are widespreadand costly.

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What to Do When the Doctor Won’t Release the Injured Worker to Return

AMAXX

A common (and frustrating) obstacle in workers’ compensation management is this scenario: An employee is injured. Step 5: Challenge Unreasonable Restrictions—Respectfully Doctors aren’t perfect, and they’re not always up to date on the nuances of workers’ compensation. The employer has a transitional duty program ready.

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Insurance Considerations When Expanding Your Business to a New Location

Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

From property protection to liability coverage, ensuring your business insurance policies align with your expansion is critical. Commercial Liability Insurance to protect against claims related to third-party injuries or property damage. Workers Compensation Insurance to cover employee injuries on the job.

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

AMAXX

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. He is co-author of the #1 selling comprehensive training guide “Your Ultimate Guide to Mastering Workers’ Comp Costs: Reduce Costs 20% to 50%.”

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TN Metal-Treating Firm Failed to Learn from Previous Incidents, Safety Board Says

Insurance Journal

A French-owned metal-treating company in Tennessee failed to utilize safety management and failed to implement lessons learned from previous incidents before a 2024 explosion that killed one worker and heavily damaged the site, the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation …