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Idaho Top Court Finds ‘Unknowns’ about COVID Exposure Nix Widow’s Claim

Idaho Top Court Finds ‘Unknowns’ about COVID Exposure Nix Widow’s Claim
Alabama’s Exclusive Remedy Rule

Alabama’s Exclusive Remedy Rule
Implementing Goals and Skills in the New Year

Implementing Goals and Skills in the New Year
Attacked Transit Worker says CTA Made her Wait Hours for Treatment

Attacked Transit Worker says CTA Made her Wait Hours for Treatment
Could Houston be Sued by Injured Police Cadet Claiming she was a ‘First Responder?’

Could Houston be Sued by Injured Police Cadet Claiming she was a ‘First Responder?’
12 Stories We Liked in ’25 (plus 12 More We also Liked)

12 Stories We Liked in ’25 (plus 12 More We also Liked)
Worker who Posed Photo of Explosive Device can’t Escape N.J. Exclusive Remedy Bar

Worker who Posed Photo of Explosive Device can’t Escape N.J. Exclusive Remedy Bar
What are the Rules for Contractors, Subcontractors in Missouri?

What are the Rules for Contractors, Subcontractors in Missouri?
How Does Workers’ Compensation Mediation Work in California?

How Does Workers’ Compensation Mediation Work in California?
Oregon’s Exclusive Remedy Rules

Oregon’s Exclusive Remedy Rules
Who’s an ‘Employer’ in Wisconsin?

Who’s an ‘Employer’ in Wisconsin?
Utah’s Exclusive Remedy Rule

Utah’s Exclusive Remedy Rule
What Happens when an Injured Worker Needs a Power Mobility Device in North Dakota?

What Happens when an Injured Worker Needs a Power Mobility Device in North Dakota?
Workers Stampede to use Voice-Activated AI for Job Efficiency in ’26 

Workers Stampede to use Voice-Activated AI for Job Efficiency in ’26 
Family Files Lawsuit against Lowe’s in Employee’s Death

Family Files Lawsuit against Lowe’s in Employee’s Death
Did Worker who Told Supervisor about ‘Burning’ Knees Properly Report Injury?

Did Worker who Told Supervisor about ‘Burning’ Knees Properly Report Injury?
Referees Put in Harm’s Way as Parents Attack

Referees Put in Harm’s Way as Parents Attack
What are the Rules for Rehabilitation Services in North Dakota?

What are the Rules for Rehabilitation Services in North Dakota?
Untangling Mental-Mental Claims: Challenges and Best Practices for Workers’ Compensation Professionals 

Untangling Mental-Mental Claims: Challenges and Best Practices for Workers’ Compensation Professionals 
Gen Z, Millennial Workers Spur Growth in Health Savings Accounts for New Year  

Gen Z, Millennial Workers Spur Growth in Health Savings Accounts for New Year  
Could Company that Borrowed Laborer who Tripped on Asphalt be Sued for Negligence?

Could Company that Borrowed Laborer who Tripped on Asphalt be Sued for Negligence?
The Gifts of Connections

The Gifts of Connections
Did Safety Lapse let Steel Worker sue Employer for Head Injury?

Did Safety Lapse let Steel Worker sue Employer for Head Injury?
Who’s Excepted from Workers’ Compensation Coverage in North Carolina?

Who’s Excepted from Workers’ Compensation Coverage in North Carolina?
Graduation Day: Where AI Is Headed Next 

Graduation Day: Where AI Is Headed Next 
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NCCI’s Labor Market Insights – December 2025

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released combined employment data for October and November on December 16. Due to the government shutdown, some October data could not be collected. Technical Note: The BLS will return […]
Lessons from the University of Maryland’s Policy on Workplace Bullying 

HR Homeroom By Edward Stern (OSHA, ret.)   Introduction  The University of Maryland (UMD) has a Policy on Professional Conduct and Workplace Bullying. (See https://policies.umd.edu/personnel/policy-on-professional-conduct-of-nonexempt-and-exempt-staff-employees.)  The policy was created by the University System of Maryland (USM), which consists of 13 state universities.   It […]
The Illusion of Safety: Why Familiar Drugs Deserve Scrutiny 

We are about to get raw, literally and physically. Years ago, when I testified before the State about some of the dangers of physician-dispensed medications, I believed it would help resolve the problem. However, I continue […]
Where AI Actually Works in Workers’ Comp — And Where It Shouldn’t 

By James Benham, Co-Founder and CEO, JBK  In some claims offices, AI now writes the first claim note, flags high-risk files, and even summarizes doctor reports, before the adjuster picks up the phone. AI in workers’ comp […]
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    Comp & Circumstance — Dec. 30 at 2 p.m. Eastern

    Wanna have a holiday season virtual get together with other from around the world of workers' compensation? Join us Dec. 30 at 2 p.m. to connect, build community, and share what's new. Drop an email […]
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    Psychosocial Factors and Functional Outcomes Following Physical Therapy

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    ALL IN FOR Identifying Goals and Creating Vision Boards

    Start the new year by connecting with industry professionals and building professional relationships at our AWWC January 2026 networking event. This vision board event is an interactive workshop designed to help attendees clarify their professional […]

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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 […]
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    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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