WCD Posts Bulletin on Annual Reports
The Alaska Workers’ Compensation Division announced 2021 annual reports are due by March 1.
“The Department of Labor expects each insurer, self-insurer, and uninsured employer to submit an Annual report via…
Governor Signs Bill to Appoint Uninsured Employers Fund Within 10 Days
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill that will require the Workers’ Compensation Board to appoint the Uninsured Employers Fund as the carrier in cases where the identity of…
Study: Gender of Evaluating Doctor Influences Likelihood of Disability Determination for Women
An analysis of data from medical evaluations in Texas reportedly found female doctors were more likely to declare injured women disabled than male doctors.
“Compared to differences among their male patient…
Insurance Commissioner Approves 10.5% Rate Cut
Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon approved the annual loss cost filing from the National Council on Compensation Insurance reducing workers’ compensation rates.
The rate cut will take effect May 1.
The Insurance…
High Court Says Judicial Review Not Available to Summary Denials of Requests to Reopen Claims
A Workers’ Compensation Commission decision summarily denying a request to reopen or modify a claim is not subject to judicial review, Maryland’s highest court ruled.
Case: Sanders v. Board of Education…