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WCD Adopts Changes to Coverage Rules
The Oregon Workers' Compensation Division adopted changes to its employer and insurer coverage responsibility rules it said are needed to revoke self-insurance authorization when an employer's security deposit expires and…
Massage Therapist Fails to Prove Compensability of Carpal Tunnel, Trigger Fingers
The Illinois Appellate Court upheld the denial of a massage therapist’s claim for bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger fingers. Case: Williams v. IWCC (Terminal Gateway Spa), No. 1-24-2111WC, 11/07/2025, unpublished. Facts:…
Supreme Court Overturns Denial of Authorization for Worker’s Knee Surgery
The West Virginia Supreme Court overturned a denial of authorization for a worker’s knee surgery. Case: Comas v. Bass Pro Group LLC, No. 24-290, 11/12/2025, published. Facts: Charles Comas worked for the…
Nurse Gets Permanent Total Disability Benefits for Injuries from Fall
The Arkansas Court of Appeals upheld an award of permanent total disability benefits for an injured nurse. Case: MLM Support Services v. Miller, No. CV-25-61, 11/12/2025, published. Facts and procedural history: Tammy…
Worker Who Lied About Operating Businesses Forfeits Entitlement to Benefits
A New York appellate court upheld a determination that a worker lying about his entrepreneurial exploits warranted a forfeiture of benefits. Case: Matter of Qureshi v. Rite Aid Corp., No. CV-23-2455,…
Bill Proposes National Protections for Firefighters
Senators from California and Utah introduced a bipartisan bill they say would create the first national respiratory protection standards for wildland firefighters. The Healthy Lungs for Heroes Act, by Sens. Adam…
Worker’s Condition of Ill-Being Only Partially Related to Work
The Illinois Appellate Court upheld a determination that a worker’s condition of ill-being was only partially related to his work injury. Wilfredo Cruz worked for Rizza Cadillac as an auto technician.
Senator Introduces Disfigurement Benefit Bill
A Pennsylvania state senator introduced legislation that would increase benefits for workers who suffer serious and permanently disfiguring injuries on the job. Sen. Nick Pisciottano SB 1094, by Sen. Nick Pisciottano,…
Flight Attendant Gets Benefits for Broken Finger
The Massachusetts Appeals Court upheld an award of benefits to a flight attendant for a broken finger. Case: Joseph’s Case, No. 24-P-1387, 11/12/2025, unpublished. Facts: Emmanuel F. Joseph worked for JetBlue Airways…
DWC Posts Additional Adjustments to Hospital, ASC Fee Schedule
The California Division of Workers' Compensation announced additional changes to the hospital outpatient departments and ambulatory surgical centers section of the Official Medical Fee Schedule to incorporate changes made by…
Court Upholds Denial of Worker’s Claim of Back Injury
The Arizona Court of Appeals upheld the denial of a worker’s claim of injury to his back after less than a week on the job. Case: Lopez v. Industrial Commission, No.
School District Employee’s Intentional Tort Suit Against Employer Gets Reinstated
A Louisiana appellate court revived a school district employee’s intentional tort claim against her employer for her injuries from being attacked by a student. Case: Bernier v. St. Tammany Parish School…