Panel Recommends Chief ALJ Candidates
A merit selection panel recommended three candidates for Gov. Tim Walz to consider for appointment as the permanent chief administrative law judge at the Court of Administrative Hearings.
Chief Judge Tim…
Supreme Court Upholds Denial of Correctional Officer’s Claim for COVID-19 Infection
The Nevada Supreme Court upheld the denial of a correctional officer’s claim for benefits for his COVID-19 infection.
Case: Holguin v. City of Henderson, No. 89345, 11/13/2025, published.
Facts: John Holguin worked…
Injured Worker’s Employer Not Entitled to Summary Judgment on Third-Party Claims
A New York appellate court ruled that an injured worker’s employer was not entitled to summary judgment dismissing the third-party claims against it.
Case: Cotroneo v. Van Wagner Sign Erectors LLC,…
Carrier Can Modify Description of Worker’s Injuries, Split Liability With 2nd Insurer
The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania ruled that an insurance carrier’s petitions to modify the description of a worker’s injuries were properly granted and that liability for the worker’s award was properly…
Bill Would End Regulatory References to CDC Guidelines
Rules adopted by New York state agencies that reference guidelines or recommendations of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention would be deemed to instead refer to nationally recognized…