Medical provider networks in workers' compensation are associated with significantly lower claim costs, faster access to care and shorter disability durations, according to a report
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A federal appellate court denied an employer’s petition for review of black lung benefits to a worker with totally disabling legal pneumoconiosis.
Case: Cedar Coal Co.
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Claims administration and risk management provider North American Risk Services Inc. appointed Alice Wells as head of workers’ compensation.
Alice Wells
Wells will
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A sharp slowdown in hiring paired with continued wage growth is creating a mixed outlook for the workers' compensation system heading into 2026, according to
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Heat exposure, workplace violence and structural changes to coverage systems are key emerging issues shaping the workers' compensation landscape in 2026, according to a new
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Workers' compensation organizations are making progress in speeding injured workers into treatment while expanding the use of artificial intelligence in claims operations, according to a
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The U.S. Department of Labor on Monday announced a new initiative aimed at helping employers strengthen workplace safety programs through a structured, voluntary approach.
The
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A forthcoming federal audit will examine how well the Occupational Safety and Health Administration is addressing workplace violence.
According to the recently released U.S. Department
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Tower MSA Partners is holding a webinar on Wednesday to explore how changes to Medicare Secondary Payer rules are impacting workers' compensation claims.
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The Association of Workers’ Compensation Professionals announced a partnership with WorkCompCentral designed to enhance access to timely industry news, educational resources and professional insights
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