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Was Deceased Worker’s COVID Compensable in Ky.? Top Court Looks to ‘Nature of Employment’

Was Deceased Worker’s COVID Compensable in Ky.? Top Court Looks to ‘Nature of Employment’
Education Department Excludes Nursing from ‘Professional Degree.’ What’s it Mean?

Education Department Excludes Nursing from ‘Professional Degree.’ What’s it Mean?
Did Fired Chef with Knee Injury have Basic Ingredients for Retaliation Case?

Did Fired Chef with Knee Injury have Basic Ingredients for Retaliation Case?
Who is an ‘Employee’ under Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Law?

Who is an ‘Employee’ under Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Law?
What are Some Grounds for Denying Claims in Georgia?

What are Some Grounds for Denying Claims in Georgia?
What Does ‘Fixed’ Mean Under Washington Workers’ Compensation Law?

What Does ‘Fixed’ Mean Under Washington Workers’ Compensation Law?
Pain Following Asymptomatic Condition Points to Treatment Need for Workplace Injury

Pain Following Asymptomatic Condition Points to Treatment Need for Workplace Injury
Survey Finds Workers Anxious about Job Security  

Survey Finds Workers Anxious about Job Security  
Firefighter Union Demands Answers after NYC Finds Nearly 70 Boxes of Info on 9/11 Toxins

Firefighter Union Demands Answers after NYC Finds Nearly 70 Boxes of Info on 9/11 Toxins
What are the Reporting Requirements for Self-Insured Employers in Oregon?

What are the Reporting Requirements for Self-Insured Employers in Oregon?
Idaho Top Court Rules that Employers Can’t Initiate Workers’ Comp Claims

Idaho Top Court Rules that Employers Can’t Initiate Workers’ Comp Claims
Computer Lab: Inside Microsoft Copilot – Tools for Claims, Communication & Compliance 

Computer Lab: Inside Microsoft Copilot – Tools for Claims, Communication & Compliance 
California’s Exclusivity Rule

California’s Exclusivity Rule
Study Hall: What ChatGPT Can Really Do 

Study Hall: What ChatGPT Can Really Do 
Kentucky Top Court Finds no Problem in KEMI’s Delay for Certification

Kentucky Top Court Finds no Problem in KEMI’s Delay for Certification
Teen Stabbed Multiple Times by Coworker

Teen Stabbed Multiple Times by Coworker
Did Ice Cream Shop Business Melt Drugstore Employee’s Claim that he couldn’t Work?

Did Ice Cream Shop Business Melt Drugstore Employee’s Claim that he couldn’t Work?
Flight Safety Starts with Better Clothing on Airplanes, Transportation Sec. Says

Flight Safety Starts with Better Clothing on Airplanes, Transportation Sec. Says
5 Questions with Colleen Seal, New Chief Sales Officer at Prodigy Care Services

5 Questions with Colleen Seal, New Chief Sales Officer at Prodigy Care Services
American Workers Dumping Dining Out, Opting for More Economic Home-Cooked Meals  

American Workers Dumping Dining Out, Opting for More Economic Home-Cooked Meals  
Fight at Disney World Leaves one Worker Unconscious, Another Arrested

Fight at Disney World Leaves one Worker Unconscious, Another Arrested
Delaware Top Court Sends UIM Case Back for Henry II Application

Delaware Top Court Sends UIM Case Back for Henry II Application
Federal Legislation Introduced to Protect Firefighters

Federal Legislation Introduced to Protect Firefighters
Nev. Corrections Officer Can’t Escape Exposure Requirement for Presumption Purposes

Nev. Corrections Officer Can’t Escape Exposure Requirement for Presumption Purposes
Basic New Mexico Workers’ Compensation Terms

Basic New Mexico Workers’ Compensation Terms
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Expert Analysis

Deep analysis and thought leadership from experts in everything related to workers’ compensation

Evidence-based Physical Therapy Guidelines Drive Faster Recovery and Lower Claim Costs

By Kim Radcliffe, DHA, MHA, PT, Senior Vice President, Product Management  Physical therapy (PT) plays a central role in recovery. But without clear targets, treatment can easily extend longer than necessary, delaying return to work and […]
NCCI Economic Flash Report: Labor Market Insights

NCCI released an Economic Flash Report: Labor Market Insights analyzing the recently released September employment data. Big Picture: Employment data prior to the shutdown showed that the labor market appeared to be stabilizing after several months of weakness. […]
NCCI’s Annual Carrier Executive Survey Results: Insights That Shape the Future 

NCCI recently conducted its annual survey of insurance executives on top-of-mind issues in the workers compensation (WC) industry. This 25th annual survey draws feedback from more than 100 carriers annually and helps guide NCCI’s data-driven research, […]
Home Health Service and Skilled Nursing Facility Trends in Workers Compensation

This report examines recent trends in the use of home health and skilled nursing services in workers compensation claims. It highlights significant differences in expected accident year costs when segmented by claim size and injury type. The […]
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    MedRisk Webinar to Explore Psychosocial Barriers & Return to Work

    West Conshohocken, PA - Brian Peers, MBA, DPT, VP of Clinical Services for MedRisk will explore treatment needs for injured workers on Wednesday, December 10. “Overcoming Psychosocial Barriers for Return to Work” will start at […]
    Kids’ Chance of America to partner with the National Alliance for Children’s Grief to support students affected by workplace injuries

    November 13, 2025 — Kids’ Chance of America (KCOA) today announced a new partnership with the National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG) to expand access to grief resources and local support locations for Kids’ Chance scholarship recipients — […]
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    Stay current with the latest workers' compensation happenings, events, job listings and conference updates

    ALL In the Spirit: Holiday Jingle & Mingle

    • Dec 04, 2025 - Dec 04, 2025
    South Florida Pop-Up & Holiday Party

    Celebrate the season in true South Florida style — and all in white! We’ll gather at Margaritaville’s stunning rooftop pool deck, License to Chill, for an evening of festive vibes, industry connections, and plenty of […]

    • Dec 10, 2025 - Dec 10, 2025
    Overcoming Psychosocial Barriers to Return to Work

    Overcoming Psychosocial Barriers to Return to Work Date & Time Dec 10, 2025 01:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada) Description Presented by Brian Peers, MBA, DPT Sponsored by MedRisk and PF Transport & Language Services […]

    • Dec 10, 2025 - Dec 10, 2025
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    Was Home Healthcare Worker an Employee for Va. Workers’ Comp Purposes?

    What Do You Think? A worker is generally considered an employee, not an independent contractor, if the company has the power to control her work. But what if she does all her work in a […]
    Subway Worker Shot over Order Error

    Spring Lake, NC (WorkersCompensation.com) – New details are emerging after a 15-year-old Subway employee was shot over a messed-up order earlier this month. The attack is one of several on foodservice and hospitality workers, officials […]
    Crew Members, Military Trainees Feared Dead in Crash over Potomac

    Washington, DC (WorkersCompensation.com) – Four crew members and three military members were thought to be among the dead in the first airplane crash in America in more than two decades. American Eagle Flight No. 5342, operated […]
    What are the Basics on Simply Research?

    Tips & Tricks Are you looking to see if Simply Research is even useful to you? This quick overview could help. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-_yKE1koto
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    Hurricane Debby Update

    Update for Monday 8/5 during Hurricane/Trop. Storm Debbie. Our operations are located in Florida however, our servers are located out of state and we don't anticipate any issues today accessing services. Our support team personnel […]
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