THE WCI WEEKLY
Week of February 15 - 21, 2015   
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Welcome to your weekly WCI Newsletter. We have selected the top stories that appeared on our website this week to help you stay up to date on what is happening in the world of workers' compensation and insurance. Enjoy.
Helmsman President Debbie Michel to Keynote at 2015 WCEC

Debbie Michel, president of Helmsman Management Services, Liberty Mutual Insurance's wholly-owned TPA, will be the industry keynote speaker at the 70th annual Workers' Compensation Conference in Orlando on August 23-26. Read More 
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W. Va. House Passes 'Deliberate Intent' Work Comp Bill
Depending on who is talking, HB 2011 either restores "the original purpose of the deliberate intent exception to the state workers' compensation system" or "provides immunity to employers that endanger their workers." Read More
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AWW, Temporary Workers in N.C.
The North Carolina Court of Appeals recently ruled on a case that addressed the proper method of calculating the average weekly wages for temporary employees. Read More
AIG Profit Falls 67 Percent in Q4

The largest commercial insurer in the U.S. and Canada experienced a fourth quarter 2014 profit loss of 67 percent; low interest rates, reserve costs, and refinancing expensive debt hurt results. Read More 
WCI Briefs
To save you time, here's a sampling of workers' compensation and insurance news from around the country, each in 400 words or less. Read More
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Connecticut Mulls Expanding Work Comp to Cover Mental 'Impairment'

In years past, lawmakers in Connecticut have debated -- and not approved -- legislation that would cover those who suffer severe mental or emotional distress after witnessing extreme workplace violence. Supporters are hoping this year is a turning point. Read More 
WCRI Leadership Changes

The Workers' Compensation Research Institute's (WCRI) Board of Directors has named Dr. John Ruser as the group's executive director. He will succeed Dr. Richard Victor, who has been promoted to President and CEO. Ruser will join WCRI in May. Read More  
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Kansas Official, Business Leader Fight Over AMA Guidelines

In Kansas, the Secretary of State is in a public battle with the president of the state's Chamber of Commerce over workers' compensation use of AMA impairment guidelines. Read More 
Register Now for WCEC & Save!
Registration is now open for the 70th annual Workers' Compensation Educational Conference on August 23 - 26, 2015, at the Orlando World Center Marriott. Register by March 6 and save! Information on Sponsorships and Exhibit Booths is available here.
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