DWC Updates Ambulance Fee Schedule
The California Division of Workers’ Compensation posted an order adjusting the ambulance services section of the Official Medical Fee Schedule to conform to changes in the Medicare system.
The order adopts…
Welder’s Own Testimony About Accident Sufficient Basis for Award
The Court of Appeal for the 1st Circuit of Louisiana upheld an award of benefits to a welder for a shoulder injury from a workplace fall based on his account…
Court Upholds Awards Against Employer, 2nd Injury Fund for Successive Disabilities
The Iowa Court of Appeals upheld the division of liability between an employer and the state Second Injury Fund for a worker’s successive disabilities.
Case: Knaeble v. John Deere Dubuque Works…
Insured Employer Surcharge Dips Slightly, Self-Insured Factor Increases in Latest Assessments
The California Department of Industrial Relations announced on Tuesday that the total assessment for the current fiscal year will increase 13.9% to $1.568 billion from the $1.377 billion assessed for…
Commission Exceeds Authority by Imposing Conditions on Worker’s Future Medical Treatment
The Illinois Appellate Court ruled that the Workers’ Compensation Commission exceeded its authority in setting conditions for the provision of future medical treatment for an injured worker.
Case: Montgomery v. IWCC,…
Emergency Order Prohibiting Cancellations Extended for 60 Days
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis extended an emergency order prohibiting carriers from canceling policies for another 60 days while the state continues to repair damage caused by Hurricane Ian.
The governor first…