The California Workers’ Compensation Institute said wild fluctuations in COVID-19 claim volume continued into early 2022, soaring to an all-time high in January, then dropping more than 90% in February.
“The…
A New York appellate court partially revived a worker’s Labor Law claim for his injuries from being struck by a falling stack of drywall boards.
Case: Kuylen v. KPP 107th St. LLC,…
A New York appellate court overturned a grant of summary judgment for a defendant in a Labor Law case involving a retail worker’s injuries from a fall while cleaning glass…
A Florida appellate court upheld a denial of benefits to a deputy sheriff for his hypertension because his preemployment physical produced evidence of elevated blood pressure.
Case: Lakin v. Hernando County Sheriff’s…
The Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation updated forms used to designate representatives for carriers and administrators and to request data reports.
The division on Friday said it revised the following forms…
Michigan’s House of Representatives on Wednesday approved legislation to pump up penalties against those convicted of assaulting professionals and volunteers in health care facilities.
House Bill 5682, by Rep. Mike Mueller,…