Compliance Corner What does New Mexico law spell out for the workers' compensation utilization review process? Simply Research subscribers have that information at their fingertips, but we highlight some key points here. Referral Process (a) […]

What Do You Think? Employees injured at work normally cannot sue a company for negligence and obtain money damages. The “exclusive remedy rule” limits them to workers’ compensation benefits. But there is an exception if […]

Compliance Corner For anyone presenting exhibits into evidence in Nebraska workers' compensation case, the Cornhusker State sets out a series of steps to follow. As Simply Research subscribers know, those steps are as follows. Marking […]

Workers' Comp Playbook (1) Soft Fraud Deserves Attention in Workers’ Compensation  Soft fraud remains one of the most misunderstood cost drivers in workers’ compensation. That misunderstanding often begins with how fraud itself is defined, because soft […]

Workers' Comp Playbook Workplace culture develops through repeated patterns of leadership behavior, communication, and decision-making. Employees form their understanding of the organization’s values by watching how leaders respond to both routine operations and unexpected challenges. […]

Glossary Check Anyone new to the workers' compensation system -- like a newly injured worker -- might struggle to keep up with the terminology surrounding claims, benefits, and return-to-work. That's why Simply Research keeps up […]

Workers' Comp Playbook Recovery from a workplace injury rarely follows a perfectly predictable timeline. Medical treatment plans evolve as physicians evaluate how the body responds to therapy, medication, or physical rehabilitation. Employees may experience progress […]

Workers' Comp Playbook Workplace injuries introduce uncertainty for both employees and organizations. Injured workers begin thinking about recovery timelines, medical treatment, and their ability to perform the tasks that normally define their role. Employers must […]