Defendant Can Compel Acceptance of Late-Filed Answer
A New York appellate court ruled that a defendant in a Labor Law action was entitled to compel the plaintiff to accept its late-filed answer in the absence of prejudice…
Injured Worker Entitled to Ongoing Reimbursement for Care Provided by Family
A New York appellate court upheld a determination that an injured worker was entitled to reimbursement for home health aide services, but the Workers’ Compensation Board has to determine the…
CHSWC Posts Draft of Annual Report for Comment
Estimated paid costs in California decreased 7.77% last year, according to a draft of the 2021 Commission on Health and Safety and Workers’ Compensation report posted online for public comment.
Medical,…
SIF Assessment Down for 2022; Reconciliation Factor Remains
The Indiana Workers’ Compensation Board will assess less for the Second Injury Fund in 2022 than it did in 2021, but a 5% reconciliation factor will remain in place.
The board…
Advisory Council Bill Proposes Changes to Claims and Payment, Coverage Rules
The maximum weekly compensation rate for permanent partial disability in Wisconsin would increase 14.6% next year and another 3.6% in 2023, under a bill proposed by the Workers’ Compensation Advisory…