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Court Revives Worker’s Comp Claim Against Property Owner/Alleged Employer
A Louisiana appellate court revived a worker’s claim for benefits against the owner of a property whom she identified as being one of her employers. Case: Perez v. Jeane Family Properties…
CWCI Names Sara Widener-Brightwell General Counsel
The California Workers’ Compensation Institute announced that Sara Widener-Brightwell will succeed general counsel Ellen Sims Langille, who is retiring in May. In her new role, Widener-Brightwell will manage CWCI’s internal and…
Med-Legal Announces End of Operations
California-based litigation support and medical record management firm Med-Legal announced that it is ceasing all business operations and that its services will no longer be accessible after Feb. 15. “This wind-down…
Supreme Court Rejects Constitutional Challenge to Termination of Benefits at Age 70
The Kentucky Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of the most recent amendments to the statutory termination of workers’ compensation benefits, as well as the retroactive application of the amended statute…
State OSHA Updates COVID Rules for Workplaces, Labor Housing
The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administration on Tuesday announced permanent amendments to rules addressing COVID-19 risks in the workplace and employer-provided labor housing. During the comment period from Sept. 30…
Supreme Court Addresses Pharmacy’s Ability to Challenge Unfavorable UR Determination
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled that a pharmacy provider cannot challenge a utilization review determination that the medications it dispensed were unreasonable and unnecessary in a fee review proceeding, and…
Bill to Waive Attestation Requirements for C&R Heading to Governor
Legislation that would waive attestation requirements to compromise and release agreements and the suspension or modification of payments to those who have returned to work is heading to the desk of…
High Court Clarifies Worker’s Ability to Recover Fees
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court clarified that a worker can recover an award of attorney fees if he prevails against a carrier’s effort to terminate his benefits. Case: Lorino v. WCAB (Commonwealth),…
IAIABC Names Heather Lore Interim Executive Director
The International Association of Industrial Accident Boards and Commissions announced that Heather Lore will serve as interim executive director while the board of directors recruits a new permanent director. Heather Lore …
Discount Rate Increasing to 3.77%
The Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation is increasing the interest rate and discount rate used to calculate lump-sum settlements in the first quarter of 2022. The rate will increase to 3.77%…
No Summary Judgment for Defendant in Labor Law Claim Based on Worker’s Fall
A New York appellate court overturned a grant of summary judgment to a defendant in a Labor Law action, finding a triable issue as to whether the condition of a…
Court Upholds Excess Carrier’s Liability for Insured’s Violation of PPO Act
A Louisiana appellate court upheld a judgment of $10 million against two excess insurance carriers for their insured’s violation of the state’s Preferred Provider Organization Act. Case: George Raymond Williams MD…