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Do You Know the Rule? Idaho Final Reports
Do You Know the Rule? Idaho Final Reports

Boise, ID (WorkersCompensation.com) – Recently, Idaho updated its rules on final reports, with a specific focus on requirements for the state’s electronic data interchange. So, what does the new rule require? The following chart breaks […]
Court Officer's Claim Slips up due to Misstep, not Wet Floor
Court Officer's Claim Slips up due to Misstep, not Wet Floor

New York, NY (WorkersCompensation.com) – For some jobs, the risk of getting hurt while at work comes with the territory. Such was the case in Matter of Young v. DiNapoli, No. 533976 (N.Y. Sup. Ct. […]
Do You Know the Rule? Ohio Reimbursement for First Fill of Outpatient Medications
Do You Know the Rule? Ohio Reimbursement for First Fill of Outpatient Medications

Columbus, OH (WorkersCompensation.com) -- Recently, Ohio updated its rule governing the first fill of outpaient medications. Part of that rule covers limitations on the reimbursement of outpatient medication.  So what curbs does the Buckeye State […]
Do You Know the Rule? Vt. Medical Mileage Reimbursement
Do You Know the Rule? Vt. Medical Mileage Reimbursement

Montpelier, VT (WorkersCompensation.com) -- Back in July, Vermont upped its medical mileage reimbursement rate from 58.5 cents per mile to 62.5 cents per mile. So what does the Green Mountain State require for medical mileage […]
Video Showing Costco Worker Walking Mile, Assisting Grandkids Supports Ending Benefits
Video Showing Costco Worker Walking Mile, Assisting Grandkids Supports Ending Benefits

Richmond, VA (WorkersCompensation.com) – When an employee is receiving benefits for a workplace injury, some employers may want to verify that the employee is as injured as she reports.  Such was the case in Revels […]
'Your Job Depends on it' Comment doesn't Establish Discrimination Charge
'Your Job Depends on it' Comment doesn't Establish Discrimination Charge

Augusta, ME (WorkersCompensation.com) – When a worker claims discrimination under workers’ compensation law in Maine, whether or not he’s pursued a claim could make a difference. Such was the case in Bailey v. Paul G. […]
Do You Know the Rule? Ohio Injured Worker Reimbursement Rates for Travel Expenses
Do You Know the Rule? Ohio Injured Worker Reimbursement Rates for Travel Expenses

Columbus, OH (WorkersCompensation.com) -- Ohio recently upped the rates for medical mileage reimbrusement from 52 cents to 58 cents. But what other requirements does the Buckeye State impose regarding travel expenses? The following chart provides […]
What Do You Think: Could Correction Officer Receive Violence Pay for Carrying Footlocker during Hostage Situation?
What Do You Think: Could Correction Officer Receive Violence Pay for Carrying Footlocker during Hostage Situation?

Boston, MA (WorkersCompensation.com) –  While it’s unquestionable that correction officers face the threat of violence routinely at work, just when that threat becomes a reality entitling an officer to increased benefits can be a tough […]