Compliance Corner In Oregon, if an MCO receives a complaint or dispute that is not included in the MCO dispute resolution process, the MCO must, within seven days from the date of receiving the complaint, […]

Compliance Corner Under Iowa law, the Workers’ Compensation Commissioner must approve all settlements involving work injuries. As Simply Research subscribers know, the Hawkeye State allows four different types of settlements: (1) Full Commutation A full […]

Compliance Corner Let's say a worker with an injury attempts to resolve a dispute and hits a roadblock in North Dakota. As Simply Research subscribers know, the state has a way for the worker to […]

Compliance Corner When it comes to provide notice of workers' compensation benefits in California, as Simply Research subscribers know, the Golden State has several specific rules for employers to follow. Here's a look at those […]

Compliance Corner What does it take for an injured worker in Rhode Island to receive palliative care? State regulations spell out the steps, as Simply Research subscribers know. Here's a look at those steps. Glossary […]

Compliance Corner The headlines seem to report ever-growing amounts of workplace violence in health care settings across the country, and states are taking action to keep workers safe. For example, as Simply Research subscribers know, […]

Compliance Corner Unfortunately, some workplace injuries result in a worker's death, and when those tragic circumstances occur, state law defines what a deceased worker's beneficiaries are entitled to. Thanks to Simply Research, here is what […]

Compliance Corner When it comes to workers' compensation insurance coverage, self-insurance is an option, but states typically have rules for self-insureds to follow and requirements to meet. Thanks to some help from Simply Research, we […]