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Something Old, Something New, Someone Borrowed, Someone to Sue 
Something Old, Something New, Someone Borrowed, Someone to Sue 

Workers’ Compensation Subrogation and Employee Leasing Companies  By Gary L. Wickert  At its core, workers' compensation subrogation is quite simple. Employee injured while at work receives workers compensation benefits. Carrier paying benefits recovers those benefits […]
The Limitations of the Unfair Insurance Practices Act in Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Disputes 
The Limitations of the Unfair Insurance Practices Act in Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Disputes 

by Robert S. Stickley, Esq. and Connor J. Thomson, CPCU, WRP  Statutory Language and Case Law  An emerging, highly disturbing trend in Pennsylvania first-party disputes is plaintiffs alleging that insurance companies acted in bad faith […]
Understanding the Social Determinants of Health in Worker Recovery: A Guide for Insurance Professionals and Attorneys 
Understanding the Social Determinants of Health in Worker Recovery: A Guide for Insurance Professionals and Attorneys 

In the realm of workers' compensation, the road to recovery for injured individuals is often paved with complexities that extend far beyond physical healing. While medical treatment plays a crucial role in rehabilitation, the social […]
Building Resilience in the Workplace 
Building Resilience in the Workplace 

By Dr. Claire Muselman, WorkersCompensation.com and Ian Colton, MedCall  In today's fast-paced and ever-changing work environment, resilience has become a cornerstone of individual and organizational success. For the workers' compensation industry, fostering resilience is particularly […]
Court Case Update, Mississippi – July 2024
Court Case Update, Mississippi – July 2024

On June 27, 2024, the Supreme Court of Mississippi, in American Compensation Insurance Co. v. Ruiz, ruled that the Mississippi Workers' Compensation Act does not allow an insurer to rescind a workers compensation (WC) policy from […]
Empowering Recovery: Best Practices for Return-to-Work Programs in Workers’ Compensation 
Empowering Recovery: Best Practices for Return-to-Work Programs in Workers’ Compensation 

In today's dynamic workplace landscape, the importance of Return-to-Work (RTW) programs cannot be overstated. These programs play a pivotal role in facilitating the smooth reintegration of injured or ill employees into the workforce, while simultaneously […]
Emerging Workers’ Comp Technology Trends Impacting Workplace Safety and Rehabilitation
Emerging Workers’ Comp Technology Trends Impacting Workplace Safety and Rehabilitation

By Ebonee Hunter-Goldsby, Sr. Manager, Customer Service, Apricus Technology and workplace safety are coming together in exciting ways, leading to innovative changes in caring for injured employees and preventing workplace injuries. New technologies and trends […]
Leveraging Data Analytics for Predictive Modeling in Workers’ Compensation: Revolutionizing Injury Prevention and Cost Management 
Leveraging Data Analytics for Predictive Modeling in Workers’ Compensation: Revolutionizing Injury Prevention and Cost Management 

In the ever-evolving landscape of workers' compensation, the integration of advanced data analytics and predictive modeling techniques has emerged as a game-changer. By harnessing the power of data, stakeholders can now identify early warning signs […]

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