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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced that they're developing a new Occupational Information System (OIS) to replace the information currently obtained from the Dictionary of Occupational... continue reading - FREE DOWNLOAD: Calif. Permanent Disability, Life Pensions, Cost of Living Adjustments - SIBTF v. WCAB/SYZZS SJO2
The Calif. Director of Industrial Relations as Administrator of the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund filed a Petition for Writ of Review in XYZZX SJO2 v. SIBTF (WCAB panel decision). To download... continue reading - FREE DOWNLOAD: Boganim v. Beverly Hills Hilton (Calif. WCAB panel decision - vocational rehabilitation)
Samson Boganim, Applicant v. Beverly Hills Hilton, Hilton Hotels Corporation, PSI, Defendants.
W.C.A.B. Nos. ADJ 1898212 (LAO 0671427), ADJ 957820 (LAO 0688269)—WCJ Roger A. Tolman, Jr.... continue reading - FREE DOWNLOAD: Proposed Legislation for Sale of Calif. State Compensation Insurance Fund
Governor Schwarzenegger has released the proposed legislative language for the State Fund asset sale. continue reading - FREE DOWNLOAD: State-by-State Use of AMA Guides (Revised 6/1/2009)
This chart, which was prepared for an upcoming release of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses , is a work in progress.
It lists each state and whether it uses the AMA Guides (and, if so, which... continue reading - FREE DOWNLOAD: Weiner v. Ralphs Grocery (En Banc Decision June 11, 2009)
Lawrence Weiner v. Ralphs Company, et al., WCAB Case No. ADJ347040 (MON 0305426)
The decision was filed and served on June 11, 2009.
On April 14, 2009 the Appeals Board granted reconsideration... continue reading
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On this edition, Lex Larson discusses the impact the financial crisis has had on workers' compensation and details several specific areas that have been impacted, including immigration and health care. Copyright© 2009 LexisNexis, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. Visit www.lexisnexis.com/communities.
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On this edition, Bob O'Halloran of Summit Consulting Inc. on the Workers' Compensation Claims Professionals Association, challenges facing claims adjusters and recent legislation and case law claims adjusters need to be aware of. Copyright© 2009 LexisNexis, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. Visit www.lexisnexis.com/communities.
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On this edition, Margaret Spence, President of Douglas Claims & Risk Consultants Inc., and board certified workers' compensation consultant, discusses National Return to Work Week and the benefits and challenges of return to work programs. Copyright© 2009 LexisNexis, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. Visit www.lexisnexis.com/communities.
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Larson's National Workers' Compensation Advisory Board is comprised of distinguished experts from around the country. Larson's National Workers' Compensation Advisory Board LexisNexis is a collection of legal specialists, journalists, product developers, market analysts, technology experts, solution nuts, Web mavens, marketing geniuses, database maniacs, and many other types of professionals. The Insider Perspective blog is the place on our Web Centers where you can read what our experts think you need to know. Please feel free to comment on what they say, ask questions, and share with colleagues. Workers' Compensation Law Blog  | Posted By: Joseph M. Maus Injured Worker Tips: A Quick Primer on Florida Workers' Comp Forms WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM FORM
There are many workers’ compensation claim forms you will encounter if you get injured at work. While many of the forms may seem confusing,... continue reading | |  | Posted By: Robin E. Kobayashi Recent Noteworthy Panel Decisions Issued by California WCAB (Posted 7/2/2009) Here are some recent noteworthy panel decisions issued by the California Workers' Compensation Appeals Board. If you would like a copy of any of these decisions, please logon to your web center account... continue reading | |  | Posted By: Cassandra Roberts The Battle of the Guides in Delaware: IAB Rules on the 5th versus the 6th Edition for Permanency and Skirts the Issue In a case under consideration for several months and for which post-trial briefing was requested in October 2008, the Delaware Industrial Accident Board finally ruled that there will be no blanket pronouncement... continue reading | |  | Posted By: H. Edwin Detlie Iowa Farm Worker Injured by Bucking Horse, Benefits Denied In Baker v. Shields, 2009 Iowa Sup. LEXIS 54 , the Iowa Supreme Court chose to protect a farm operation from a work injury claim, for a reason that can only be characterized as tenuous. Mr. Baker... continue reading | |  | Posted By: New York State Insurance Fund NYSIF Disability Benefits Policyholders Get Rate Reduction Effective July 1, 2009, the New York State Insurance Fund is reducing the minimum annual premium on disability benefits policies from $100 to $60 for all new and renewing policies.
Estimates are... continue reading | |  | Posted By: LexisNexis Workers' Comp Fraud Team Workers' Comp Fraud Blotter 7/1/2009 Employee or employer fraud – which is the greater problem? Double dippers, false claims, misclassification of workers, and payroll underreporting, are just some of the more common types of fraud... continue reading | |  | Posted By: Robert J. Grace, Jr. and William J. McCabe Recent Significant Developments in Florida Workers' Compensation Law In the past year there have been significant developments in case law and legislative amendments to the Florida Workers' Compensation Law.
One of the more significant developments involves the issue... continue reading | |  | Posted By: Thomas A. Robinson Bartender Struck by Stray Bullet Awarded Compensation Benefits Claimant, a bartender at one of her employer's restaurants, sought workers' compensation benefits for injuries she suffered when she was struck in the back by a stray bullet. The incident occurred... continue reading | |  | Posted By: Colleen Casey California: Access to EAMS Good news for the workers’ comp community. The EAMS webpage ( www.dwc.ca.gov/eams ) has been redesigned to make the entire site more user-friendly. All instruction pods from “EAMS for... continue reading | | | view all posts |
A roundup of "people" news about attorneys, law firms, judges, in-house counsel, industry executives, etc., in each practice area. We write up brief stories on new hires, promotions, awards, retirements, firm mergers and related topics so you know what's happening with your colleagues. Movers and Shakers - Excellence in Workplace Safety Recognized as 2009 Saxcies Award Winners Named
SEATTLE , WA -Two companies and three individuals have been recognized for leadership and excellence at an annual international competition designed to reward workplace health and safety champions.... continue reading - Julie Hwang of Goldman Magdalin & Krikes Honored as SuperLawyers Rising Star 2009
NORTH HOLLYWOOD , CA - Goldman Magdalin & Krikes, LLP congratulates its newest Super Lawyer Rising Star—Julie Hwang. Ms. Hwang is in GMK’s
North Hollywood office and handles... continue reading - Florida Senator Garrett Richter, Sponsor of Attorneys' Fee Cap Bill, Honored With Most Valuable Legislator Award
TALLAHASSEE , FL – The Florida Chamber of Commerce has selected Senator Garrett Richter as the Most Valuable Legislator for the 2009 Legislative Session. The award is given each year to the... continue reading - Governor Paterson Appoints Robert E. Beloten as Chairman of New York State Workers' Compensation Board
ALBANY, NY - Governor David A. Paterson has appointed Robert E. Beloten as the Chairman of the New York State Workers' Compensation Board, effective July 15, 2009. Since Beloten currently serves... continue reading - Thomas Herman Appointed Regional Vice President of Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
MACON , GA – The Georgia Trial Lawyers Association has appointed Thomas Herman of Westmoreland, Patterson, Mosele & Hinson LLP as regional vice president. Mr. Herman has... continue reading
Conferences, Events and Seminars. Conference Center  | Insurance Council of Texas 2009 Mid-Year Property & Casualty Insurance Symposium, July 23, 2009, Austin, Texas The Insurance Council of Texas (ICT) Mid-Year Property and Casualty Insurance Symposium returns to
Austin’s Sheraton Hotel on Thursday, July 23. Discussion during the day-long symposium... continue reading | |  | FWCI 64th Annual Workers' Compensation Educational Conference August 16-19, 2009, Orlando, FL The dates for the 64th Annual Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference and 21st Annual Safety & Health Conference have been set for August 16-19, 2009. The conference will be held at The... continue reading | |  | 6th Annual Texas Workers’ Comp Forum, September 29-30, 2009, Dallas, TX
When: September 29-30, 2009
Where: The Farimont Dallas
Event Registration Online: www.txwcforum.com ... continue reading | |  | Workers Injury Law & Advocacy Group 14th Annual Conference, Oct. 9-11, 2009, Las Vegas, NV For more information, click here .
WILG (Workers Injury Law&Advocacy Group) is a non-profit association of plaintiffs' attorneys who support the rights of workers and the advocate for the... continue reading | |  | 7th Annual California Workers’ Comp Forum, Oct. 28-30, 2009, Huntington Beach, CA
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With music in traditional 12-bar blues, Lex Larson and his band present the "Osha Man Blues". Credits: Vocal, bass: Lex Larson . Lead guitar: Ken Larson . Percussion, guitar: Todd... continue reading - Suin' Around
Suin' Around
This song has more than you ever wanted to know about the intentional tort exception to the principle of workers' compensation exclusivity.
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Industrial Commission Fight Song
This song has everything you will ever need to know about the history of workers' compensation.
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