Supervisor, Colleague Not Liable for Worker’s Death
The Missouri Court of Appeals ruled that a supervisor and colleague could not be held civilly liable for the death of a worker who was thrown from a trailer in which he had…
Former House Speaker Madigan Indicted for Alleged Corruption
A federal grand jury indicted former speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives Michael Madigan on corruption charges for allegedly using his office to solicit and receive personal financial rewards…
Comp Court Rejects Worker’s Challenge to Validity of Its Creation, Appointment of Judge
The Montana Workers’ Compensation Court asserted jurisdiction over a worker’s alleged claim of injury but rejected his claim the state did not have a duly appointed and confirmed workers’ compensation…
Bills Would Expand PTSD Coverage, Create Pandemic Mental Health Task Force
Lawmakers in New Jersey and Connecticut are considering legislation dealing with mental health coverage in their workers’ compensation systems.
A bill introduced Thursday in the Connecticut Senate would expand the state’s…
House Passes PTSD, Insolvent Carrier Data Bills
The Florida state House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill that would give first responders up to a year from the date of diagnosis to file claims for post-traumatic stress disorder,…
Homeowners Get Summary Judgment on Worker’s Claims for Fall From Roof
A New York appellate court ruled that a worker could not proceed with his claims against the owners of a residential property for his injuries from a fall from the…