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SAIF Pursues Bill to Criminalize Premium Fraud
Oregon’s SAIF Corp. is pursuing legislation this year that would expressly criminalize premium fraud. Senate Bill 1580, by Sen. Kathleen Taylor, D-Milwaukie, would create the crime of fraudulent misrepresentation if an…
Supreme Court Denies Benefits for Caretaker Intoxicated at Time of Accident
The Wyoming Supreme Court upheld a denial of benefits to an injured caretaker due to his intoxication at the time of his injury. Case: Nagel v. State ex rel. Department of…
High Court Reinstates Claim Due to Mischaracterization of Medical Record
The West Virginia Supreme Court overturned a denial of benefits and treatment for a diesel mechanic, finding the Board of Review had mischaracterized the medical evidence in the record. Case: Hughey…
Supreme Court Upholds Award for Injured Coal Miner
The West Virginia Supreme Court upheld an award of additional benefits and treatment for an injured coal miner. Case: Harrison County Coal Resources Inc. v. Burgoyne, No. 22-0208, 01/25/2024. Facts: James Burgoyne…
Gov. Seeks 7% Rate Cut for Private Employers
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine requested a 7% rate cut for private employers effective July 1, the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation announced. The BWC’s board of directors will consider the governor’s request…
High Court Rejects Worker’s Challenge to Closure of Claim
The West Virginia Supreme Court upheld the closure of a worker’s claim for benefits for his injuries from an on-the-job fall. Case: M.H. v. Brooks Run South Mining LLC, No. 22-0132,…
Court Clarifies Calculation of Benefits for Worker With 2 Jobs
In a case of first impression, the Montana Workers’ Compensation Court clarified the calculation of a worker’s benefits when he had two jobs at the time of his injury but…
Defendants Get Partial Summary Judgment in Labor Law Action
A New York appellate court ruled that the defendants in a Labor Law action were entitled only to partial summary judgment in their favor. Case: Maldonado v. Hines 1045 Avenue of…
Supreme Court Upholds Denial of Worker’s Request to Expand Claim
The West Virginia Supreme Court upheld the denial of additional treatment and benefits for an equipment operator’s neck and back injuries. Case: Gilfilen v. Blackhawk Mining, No. 22-0241, 01/25/2024, published. Facts: Brandon…
DWC Publishes 2024 Insurance Carrier PBO Assessment Plan
The Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation has published the 2024 Insurance Carrier Performance-Based Oversight Assessment Plan. Section 402.075 of the Texas Labor Code mandates the PBO assessment process. DWC must, at…
Senate Passes Religious Exemption Bill
The Indiana Senate unanimously passed a bill that would allow members of certain religious sects to opt out of workers’ compensation coverage for workplace injuries. Sen. Eric Bassler The Senate on…
High Court Says No to Worker’s Request to Expand Claim
The West Virginia Supreme Court upheld a determination that a worker was not entitled to add a new condition to her claim. Case: Chenoweth v. Department of Corrections, No. 22-0242, 01/25/2024,…