Worker Must Get Consent From Carrier to Settle
A New York appellate court ruled that an insurance carrier’s alleged participation in settlement negotiations for a third-party claim did not excuse the worker from his statutory duty to obtain…
Police Detective Had Fair Hearing on Applications for Disability Benefits
A New York appellate court upheld the denial of a police officer’s applications for accidental and performance of duty disability retirement benefits, finding she received a fair hearing and that…
L&I Posts Guidance on COVID Presumption
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries posted guidance on laws enacted during the 2021 session creating presumptions that COVID-19 is compensable for health care and other frontline workers.
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NCCI Launches Online Academy for Affiliate Insurers
The National Council on Compensation Insurance launched a new online training service for affiliates.
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NCCI Academy is launching with five curriculum paths covering topics including an introduction to work…
DWC Updates Seasonal Worker Coverage Requirement
The Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation increased the gross annual payroll requirements for coverage of seasonal workers for next year.
The amount for 2022 will be $60,726, an increase of 2.8%…