Compliance Corner What does the Bluegrass State say for submitting medical reports in a workers' compensation case? Simply Research subscribers have access to that information, but we break it down here. No More than 2 […]

25 for 25 in '25 While a third petition for benefits following two voluntarily dismissed PFBs would ordinarily cause a claim to run into a res judicata wall, an arguably different injury might be enough […]

What Do You Think? A case involving a man who allegedly exposed his genitals to a hospital sonographer when there was no medical reason to do so illustrates how important it is for employers to […]

Adjuster Essentials Core Benefits Overview Benefit Type Details Medical Care Covers all necessary treatment from authorized providers. No out-of-pocket costs. Temporary Disability (TD) Up to 2/3 of average weekly wage, subject to state max (e.g., […]

Case File Montana's top court took up a case involving assignment of workers' compensation policies and found that an attempt to cast cancelations as assignments didn't negate the cancelation portion of the maneuver. Simply Research […]

Category Details Governing Law Alabama Workers’ Compensation Act (§25-5-1 et seq., Code of Alabama 1975) Administering Agency Alabama Department of Labor – Workers’ Compensation Division Waiting Period 3 days; compensation begins on the 4th day. […]

What Do You Think? A case involving a Macy’s worker who received more benefits than she was entitled to highlights the importance of monitoring workers’ compensation claims. It also sheds light on what constitutes an […]

📘 Legal Framework Topic Details Governing Law O.C.G.A. Title 34, Chapter 9 Regulatory Body Georgia State Board of Workers' Compensation (SBWC) Key Rules SBWC Rules & Regulations; Insurance Commissioner Rule 120-2-3 🧾 Claims Handling Guidelines […]