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Could Worker who Filed 8 Days Late get Hearing to Keep Benefits off Chopping Block?
Could Worker who Filed 8 Days Late get Hearing to Keep Benefits off Chopping Block?

What Do You Think? In Arizona, an employer can generally convince a hearing officer to dismiss an employee’s hearing request if the request is untimely. This is the case even when the employer is seeking […]
Managing the Return-to-Work Process During Recovery 
Managing the Return-to-Work Process During Recovery 

Roadmap Returning to work after an injury is a critical milestone in the workers' compensation journey. A well-structured return-to-work (RTW) process is a strategic move that benefits the injured worker and the organization. It supports […]
Using Metrics to Determine the Right Caseloads for Case Management Departments
Using Metrics to Determine the Right Caseloads for Case Management Departments

Case Management Focus Happy New Year! I hope you and your family had a great holiday. As we begin the New Year, many return to work renewed and ready to jump into our work. The […]
Understanding Temporary Disability Benefits: A Lifeline for Injured Workers 
Understanding Temporary Disability Benefits: A Lifeline for Injured Workers 

Roadmap Temporary disability benefits support employees financially as they recover from workplace injuries. These benefits ensure injured workers can focus on their recovery without the added stress of lost wages. For employers, understanding and effectively […]
Construction Workers Killed in Separate Accidents from Florida to Arkansas
Construction Workers Killed in Separate Accidents from Florida to Arkansas

Miami, FL (WorkersComepensation.com) – A construction worker is dead and several others are injured following a number of workplace accidents as we entered into the new year. In Miami, a construction worker is dead after […]
Employees Killed and Injured During Winter Storm Blair
Employees Killed and Injured During Winter Storm Blair

Jackson County, MO (WorkersCompensation.com) – A county employee helping with snow removal was killed during Winter Storm Blair this past weekend, one of several incidents stemming from the storm that dumping record amounts of snow […]
Supporting a Positive Claims Experience: Enhancing Trust and Recovery 
Supporting a Positive Claims Experience: Enhancing Trust and Recovery 

Roadmap The claims process is pivotal for injured workers, shaping their perceptions of their employer and the workers' compensation system. A positive claims experience ensures injured employees feel supported, respected, and empowered during challenging times. […]
What is Pennsylvania’s ‘Personal Animus’ Exception?  
What is Pennsylvania’s ‘Personal Animus’ Exception?  

Do You Know The Rule? The general rule in Pennsylvania is that an employee cannot sue his employer for personal injury arising from his employment.  Pennsylvania’s “personal animus” exception makes it possible to sue for […]

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