Division Updates Hearing Request Form
The Oregon Workers’ Compensation Division on Friday announced that it revised the form used to request a hearing on a matter that falls within the director’s jurisdiction.
The division said it…
Court Upholds Denial of Worker’s Request to Revisit Fraud Finding
A New York appellate court upheld the denial of a worker’s request for the Workers’ Compensation Board to revisit its determination that he had misrepresented the degree of his disability and…
Robert S. Palmeri Named BWC Chief Investment Officer
Robert S. Palmeri has been named chief investment officer of the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation.
Palmeri has vast experience in investments and investment plan management, the BWC said in a…
Substantial Evidence Supported Board’s Decision to Expand Scope of Worker’s Claim
A New York appellate court upheld a decision by the Workers’ Compensation Board to expand the scope of a worker’s claim to include additional injuries.
Case: Matter of Martinez v. RNC…
Doctor Licensed in Multiple States Didn’t Need Board Authorization to Treat Worker Out-of-State
A New York appellate court ruled that an out-of-state doctor who provides treatment to a worker who resides in that same state does not need to obtain authorization to provide…
Omaha National Appoints Dale Mackel Chief Financial Officer
Omaha National Group, Inc. announced the appointment of Dale Mackel to chief financial officer.
Dale Mackel
Mackel is joining Omaha National after spending two years as executive vice president and chief…