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Understanding Classification Rules in Workers’ Compensation

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When it comes to managing workerscompensation, understanding classification rules is fundamental. These rules not only influence the amount you pay in premiums but also help ensure that your company is correctly classified based on the work it performs. What Are Classification Rules?

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Part 2: Workers’ Comp Independent Premium Audits Explained

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In this three-part series, we are examining nine elements of independent premium audits to help you better understand and control your workerscompensation premiums. These foundational aspects are crucial for ensuring accurate premium calculations and avoiding costly mistakes.

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The Grand Bargain: How Workers’ Comp Became a Win-Win for Employers and Employees

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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. What if workers gave up the right to sue in exchange for guaranteed, timely benefits? In other words, both parties won.

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Part 1: Workers’ Comp Independent Premium Audits Explained

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When an employer receives a revised workerscompensation premium bill, the accuracy of the bill can be uncertain and confusing. To ensure fairness and correctness, an independent premium audit is highly recommended. It is crucial to segregate payroll accurately by the correct classification codes.

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Mistake: Accepting Every Workers’ Compensation Claim

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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 come to believe that every claim will be accepted, regardless of the circumstances.

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The Big Impact of Payroll & Class Codes on Your Experience Mod

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When it comes to workerscompensation costs, many employers focus on claims management, safety programs, and return-to-work initiatives. These two factors can dramatically influence your experience modification factor (mod) and ultimately how much you pay for workerscomp insurance. They Influence Your Premium Basis.

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Why Return-to-Work Ratios Are the Most Overlooked Metric in Workers’ Comp

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When it comes to managing workerscompensation claims, many employers focus on lagging indicators—things like claim count, indemnity costs, and days lost. When workers return quickly—even in modified roles—they stay connected to their routine, avoid psychosocial complications like depression, and recover faster.