by David Schek | Apr 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Missouri Court of Appeals upheld a jury verdict finding that the successor-in-interest to a worker’s former employer was shielded from liability for her contraction of mesothelioma.
Case: Barnes v. Athene…
by David Schek | Apr 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen enacted a bill addressing experience rating credits and the confidentiality of injured workers’ names and contact information.
Gov. Jim Pillen
Pillen on Tuesday signed LB 455, which…
by David Schek | Apr 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Assembly Insurance Committee unanimously passed a bill that would permanently allow employers and carriers to use prepaid debit cards to provide workers’ compensation benefits.
The committee on Wednesday voted 17-0…
by David Schek | Apr 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
Oklahoma lawmakers are sending the governor a bill that would allow employers to implement more restrictive policies relating to their employees’ use of medical cannabis.
The Senate on Wednesday voted 41-5…
by David Schek | Apr 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
A New York appellate court ruled that a worker should have been granted summary judgment on his Labor Law claim for his injuries from a fall from a ladder.
Case: Escudero…