What Do You Think? The FMLA allows an eligible employee to take leave to care for a spouse or other family member. Employees that interfere with that right risk retaliation lawsuits. A case involving a […]

Do You Know the Rule? The Georgia Supreme Court articulated a three-part test for determining when fraud in the inducement will bar an employee’s claim for benefits. In Georgia Electric Company v. Rycroft, 378 SE2d 111 (Ga. 1989), […]

Workers' compensation claims often place the spotlight on insurance adjusters, medical providers, and legal considerations. While these professionals play a crucial role in the claims process, one key player is often overlooked: the employer. Employers […]

Roadmap Navigating workers' compensation claims can be overwhelming for employees, especially when a claim is denied as non-compensable. Without clear information, employees may feel confused, frustrated, or distrustful of the process. By providing education and […]

Roadmap When a workers' compensation claim is deemed non-compensable, it can create confusion, frustration, and disappointment for everyone involved. For employees, a denial may feel like a rejection of their experience or worth. For employers, […]

Roadmap Effective communication with claims adjusters leads to successful workers' compensation management. The claims adjuster acts as a bridge between the injured worker, employer, and insurer, ensuring that all parties remain informed and the injured […]

Roadmap The claims process is pivotal for injured workers, shaping their perceptions of their employer and the workers' compensation system. A positive claims experience ensures injured employees feel supported, respected, and empowered during challenging times. […]

HR Homeroom Clint Eastwood and Richard Gere aren’t the only octogenarians with no intention of retiring. Today, nearly 2 million members of the Silent Generation – born 1928 to 1945 – are still fully employed, in addition […]