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Tax Court Says Judge’s Benefits from Mental Disability OK to Exclude from Gross Income
Tax Court Says Judge’s Benefits from Mental Disability OK to Exclude from Gross Income

25 for 25 in '25 We've been going back through the years since 2000 to reminisce about what the last quarter century has brought in the way of notable cases. This one harkens back to […]
Speaking Hard Truths in Workers’ Compensation 
Speaking Hard Truths in Workers’ Compensation 

Leadership in workers' compensation often drives compliance, enhances process efficiency, and improves operational outcomes. Authentic leadership revolves around people. This type of leadership involves creating an environment where trust, transparency, and growth can thrive, even […]
Could Burned Coal Plant Worker who Received WC Benefits also Sue Company in Tort?
Could Burned Coal Plant Worker who Received WC Benefits also Sue Company in Tort?

What Do You Think? There is an exception to the exclusivity provision of Louisiana’s workers’ compensation statute. Under that exception, claimants are not limited to workers’ compensation benefits, but can also sue in tort, if […]
Employee Attacked in Drive-Thru by Monkey
Employee Attacked in Drive-Thru by Monkey

Mobile, AL (WorkersCompensation.com) – A Starbucks worker is recovering this week after being attacked by a monkey in the drive-thru. Officials said the pet monkey was riding in a car with its owner when the […]
Turning Insights Into Action: Applying Lessons from Non-Compensable Claims 
Turning Insights Into Action: Applying Lessons from Non-Compensable Claims 

Roadmap As we conclude this series on navigating non-compensable claims, we must focus on the most critical aspect of managing these situations: applying what we've learned. Each non-compensable claim represents a unique challenge, offering opportunities […]
What are the Late Payment Penalties Applicable to Ill. Employers? 
What are the Late Payment Penalties Applicable to Ill. Employers? 

Do You Know the Rule? Two provisions in Illinois’ workers’ compensation statute authorize the Commission to penalize employers who refuse or delay the payment of benefits to an injured worker. At the same time, courts […]
What’s the Subrogation Rule for the Pa. Workers’ Insurance Fund?
What’s the Subrogation Rule for the Pa. Workers’ Insurance Fund?

Quick Hits Just what exactly does subrogation mean when it comes to Pennsylvania's workers' insurance fund? Here's how law in the commonwealth spells it out. Fund Subrogation In every case where a claim is made […]
Building a Feedback Loop: Learning from Non-Compensable Claims 
Building a Feedback Loop: Learning from Non-Compensable Claims 

Roadmap Handling non-compensable claims with empathy and efficiency is critical for maintaining trust and morale within an organization. Yet, the real key to continuous improvement lies in learning from these experiences. Establishing a feedback loop […]

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