Court Overturns Verdict for Worker on Mold Exposure Injury Claim
A Texas appellate court overturned a jury verdict that was in favor of a worker for her alleged injuries from mold exposure, finding the evidence was legally insufficient to support…
Jennifer Santiago Named RIMS 2023 President
RIMS, the risk management society, on Tuesday announced that Jennifer Santiago will lead the organization as president in 2023.
Jennifer Santiago
Santiago is director of risk management and safety at Wakefern Food Corp.,…
High Court Clarifies PPD Benefit Rate Calculation for Workers With Concurrent Jobs
The Montana Supreme Court decided that the Workers’ Compensation Court erred when it ruled that a permanently partially disabled worker’s aggregate wages, calculated at the time of injury, are used to…
Unanimous Supreme Court Upholds Award for Worker With History of Neck, Shoulder Injuries
The South Dakota Supreme Court unanimously upheld an award of benefits to a worker for a cervical injury despite her prior injuries affecting her neck and shoulder.
Case: News America Marketing…
Sean McNally Elected 2023 Chair of CHSWC
The California Commission on Health and Safety and Workers’ Compensation announced that commissioner Sean McNally will serve as chairman in 2023.
Sean McNally
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McNally was elected Dec. 16. He represents…
Mileage Reimbursement Rate Climbs to 65.5 Cents
Injured workers in California will be reimbursed 65.5 cents per mile for any travel related to medical treatment or the evaluation of injuries after Jan. 1.
The California Workers’ Compensation Institute…