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Worker, Property Owner Both Get Partial Summary Judgment in Labor Law Action
A New York appellate court ruled that a worker was entitled to partial summary judgment on his Labor Law claim, but that the property owner was entitled to summary judgment…
Carrier Must Pay for Surgery Even Though Worker Didn’t Seek Preauthorization
A New York appellate court upheld a finding that a carrier was liable for the cost of a worker’s surgery, even though it had not been preauthorized, because it was…
WCC Reduces Second Injury Fund Assessment Rate to 6.29%
The Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Commission announced that the assessment for the Multiple Injury Trust Fund will drop to 6.29% from 7%, effective July 1. The commission said this is the first…
Governor Vetoes PTSD Coverage for First Responders
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte vetoed a bill that would have allowed workers' compensation coverage for first responders diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. Gianforte said in his veto message that work comp…
Second Injury Fund Not Liable for Benefits to Worker With Multiple Injuries
The Missouri Court of Appeals upheld a determination that the Second Injury Fund was not liable for the payment of benefits to a worker with multiple injuries. Case: Jarvis v. Treasurer,…
Court Clarifies Regulatory Requirements for Workers Receiving Continuing Benefits
A New York appellate court ruled that when a worker is receiving continuing benefits at a temporary rate, the Workers’ Compensation Board’s regulations do not mandate that a hearing be…
Widower Can Pursue Claim Despite Wife’s Failure to Link Cancer to Workplace
West Virginia’s Intermediate Court of Appeals upheld a finding that a widower was entitled to pursue a claim for benefits based on a theory that his wife’s cancer was caused…
Ex-State Trooper Charged With Comp Fraud
A former state trooper has been arrested and charged with fraudulently collecting more than $8,000 in workers’ compensation benefits while employed by the Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection. Jose Campos, 32, was…
Worker Forfeits Entitlement to Benefits by Failing to Disclose Prior Injuries
A New York appellate court upheld the forfeiture of a worker’s benefits due to her failure to disclose prior injuries to her neck and back. Case: Matter of Alzate v. Quality…
Chesapeake Policyholders Reelect Two Board Members
Chesapeake Employers’ Insurance Co. announced that policyholders reelected Jason Schupp and John J. Scott Jr. to continue serving on the carrier's board of directors. Jason Schupp Schupp will serve as chairman, and Scott…
Pizzeria Worker Gets Benefits for Burn Injuries Despite Workplace Intoxication
A New York appellate court upheld an award of benefits to a pizzeria worker for his burn injuries despite his intoxication at the time of the accident. Case: Matter of Ramales…
Carrier Doesn’t Owe Coverage for Injured Carpenter’s Claim
A New York appellate court ruled that an insurance carrier did not owe coverage for an injured carpenter’s claim. Case: Matter of Fonseca v. Platinum Carpentry Inc., No. CV-23-2290, 05/29/2025, published. Facts:…