Expert Analysis

In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of holistic approaches to injury prevention and recovery in the workers' compensation industry. Traditional methods of treating workplace injuries have often focused solely […]

Based on an analysis using data obtained from the Program between 2021 and 2023, the table below shows the top 10 reclassified governing codes and the top code to which NCCI reassigned each of these […]

In the dynamic landscape of workers' compensation, the concept of dual advocacy has emerged as a pivotal approach in the treatment and management of workplace injuries. This method emphasizes balanced support for both employees and […]

Shawn Deane  General Counsel & Vice President of Claims Solutions | J29  Shawn.Deane@j29inc.com     The demographics of our workforce are shifting, with the number of older workers expected to rise over the next decade. It is […]

On June 10, 2024, the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia, in Logan-Mingo Area Mental Health, Inc. v. Lester, explained the proper benefit apportionment method when a workers' compensation (WC) claimant has preexisting impairments to […]

By Sarah Luna  Medical expenses are often the largest component of a Georgia workers’ compensation claim. Losing control of the medical expenses can accordingly result in an injured employee receiving an extended period of temporary […]

By Dr. Claire Muselman and Tucker DeVries  Creating a happy and healthy work environment is more than a feel-good initiative. It is a strategic necessity, especially in the workers' compensation industry. Happy and healthy work […]

By Dr. Claire Muselman & Halle De Penning  The shift to a work-from-home (WFH) environment has significantly transformed the landscape of employee engagement and workers' compensation. With many companies transitioning to remote work due to […]