No Award for Worker With COVID-Related Heart Condition
The Arkansas Court of Appeals upheld a finding that a worker’s atrial fibrillation was related to his compensable COVID-19 infection but that he was not entitled to a permanent impairment…
Worker Fails to Prove Additional Compensable Conditions
West Virginia’s Intermediate Court of Appeals ruled that a worker was not entitled to expand the scope of her claim.
Case: Breeden-Adkins v. Insperity Services LP, No. 24-ICA-230, 12/06/2024, published.
Facts and…
DWC Announces 2025 Medical Fee Conversion Factors
The Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation announced a 3.5% increase in conversion factors.
For services provided in calendar year 2025, the new Medical Fee Guideline conversion factor is $70.18, compared to…
Worker Gets 3rd Ankle Surgery, Additional TTD
The Arkansas Court of Appeals ruled that a worker entitled to a third surgery to treat an ankle injury was also entitled to temporary total disability benefits up until the…
WCD Sets Claims Processing Factor for 2025 at 18.66%
The Oregon Workers’ Compensation Division announced that the claims processing administrative cost factor for 2025 is 18.66%, up from the 18.61% factor used in 2024.
The factor is used to calculate…
Labor Department Announces Cold Weather Safety Rules
The New York State Department of Labor on Tuesday announced new guidance for employers to protect outdoor workers during extreme cold weather.
During extreme cold events, the guidance advises employers to…