BWC Rules Pending ‘Commonsense’ Review
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation announced that proposed rules addressing death benefits and limitations on the filing of fee bills are pending a “commonsense” review.
Proposed changes to the death…
DWC Hosting OSHA Construction Class
The Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation is hosting a series of 10-hour training classes on workplace safety standards for the construction industry.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration 10-hour construction classes…
Lump Sum Discount Rate Increasing for 2022
Lump sum discount rates will increase for 2022 settlements, the Kentucky Department of Workers’ Claims announced.
State law requires the department’s commissioner to set rates at a half-percent below the interest…
1st DCA Rejects Constitutional Challenge to Benefits Expiration
A Florida appellate court rejected an as-applied constitutional challenge to the statutory cap on a worker’s eligibility for temporary benefits.
Case: Doss v. United Parcel Service, No. 1D20-2008, 11/10/2021, published.
Facts and…
Court Finds Immunity for Power Station Owner
A Florida appellate court granted a rehearing to a power station owner and changed its position on the owner’s immunity from civil liability to the injured employees of a contractor.
Case:…
Pending Dispute Over Fees, Costs Doesn’t Extend Statute of Limitations
A Florida appellate court ruled that the pendency of a dispute over attorney fees and costs owed to an injured worker did not extend the time limit for her to…