It's a Trifecta
Narcotics play a very active role in treating chronic pain in workers compensation injuries and usage is open to major abuse. Learn how payors take proactive monitoring measures.
Reducing Narcotics Abuse in Workers Compensation
Using Pharmacy Benefits Management to Control Narcotic Use in Workers Compensation
Using Utilization Review Programs to Control Narcotic Use in Workers Compensation
6 Things Adjusters Wish Their Clients Knew
My life would be complete if my clients just followed these simple steps.
Six Types of Employee Screening to Lower Workers Comp Costs
Don't be swayed by appearances -- investigate!
6 Ways Medical Treatment Can Be Stopped or Disputed in a Work Comp Claim
Yes, you can stop workers comp medical treatment.
CEO Gets $12 Million Retirement Package: Offers Miners Families $3 Million Settlement
Massey Energy Co. offers families of 29 dead miners $3 million each in settlement.
Hospital Operated on Boy's Wrong Eye
Surgeon "wanders" toward wrong wandering eye.
Jury Awards 212 Million for Botox Brain Injury
Treatment on hand affects brain.
State News
Illinois Retailers Request Enhanced Causation Requirement
Workers compensation system appears to include a key provision.
Massachusetts Worker Report Does Not Bode Well for Hispanics
Hispanics average nearly one worker death per week in 2010.
NEW YORK Why Employers Must Search for Concealed Prior Injuries in Workers Compensation Claims
The value of searching for undisclosed prior injuries.
Recent NY Decision Helps Employers Fight Fraud
"Poli v. Taconic Correction Facility" court case to reduce fraudulent/exaggerated claims.
International News
Korean Court Weighs In On Stress Claim For Dismissal
Dismissal warning kills worker -- family to collect industrial disaster compensation.
Scandinavian Study Shows Cancer Rates in 5 Countries by Profession
Localization of cancers related to professional activities.
Alberta Amps Up Workplace Safety Inspections to Reduce Teen Injuries
Workplace safety inspections focus on young employees.
