In a case of first impression, the Idaho Supreme Court ruled that the “willful or unprovoked physical aggression” exception to the exclusive remedy rule applies
… Read more »The average Idaho workers’ compensation indemnity claim severity increased by more than 6% in 2020 while the average medical claim severity fell by more than
… Read more »A California appellate court ruled that the Privette doctrine did not shield a property owner from potential liability to a worker injured on its premises.
… Read more »The Court of Appeals for the 3rd District of California has declined to order publication of its decision upholding an award of benefits to a
… Read more »The California Joint Powers Insurance Authority announced that Athens Administrators will provide claims administration services for its workers’ compensation programs in 2023.
“The (JPIA) will
… Read more »The Oregon Workers’ Compensation Division adopted permanent rules, effective Dec. 4, that clarify when apportionment is still acceptable for a denied condition, based on a
… Read more »The California Division of Workers’ Compensation is holding an in-person public meeting Dec. 6 to hear ideas on improving the state’s system.
The division said
… Read more »The Montana State Fund announced that it will hold its 2023 annual medical conference April 26-28.
The theme of the conferences will be managing recovery
… Read more »The Nevada Workers’ Compensation Section of the Division of Industrial Relations updated its occupational disease claim forms as part of its ongoing effort to modernize
… Read more »The Oregon Workers’ Compensation Division published an industry notice informing carriers and self-insured employers about the expanded eligibility criteria for death benefits that go into
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