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Week of May 31 - June 6, 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.
#WCEC2015 Session Preview: Gators!

The employees at Gatorland have unique work challenges regarding safety. Hear some real life tales and meet some real live gators at the 70th annual Workers' Compensation Educational Conference. Read More 

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Falling Down on the Job

The South Carolina Supreme Court has clarified its position regarding the compensability of unexplained falls in the workplace. Good new or bad news? Read More 

How a Tragedy Changed an Oregon Workplace

When a maintenance crew veteran in Oregon died after a dump truck backed over him during a road project, the accident sent shock waves throughout the organization, and led to safety reforms. Read More 

Obama, GOP Pushing WC Cuts for Federal Employees
It appears that President Barack Obama and the Republicans do have some things in common. The administration and some House Republicans have joined forces to push reductions to workers' compensation for federal employees. Read More
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#WCEC2015 Is Online!

The full program of speakers, presentations, and events for the 70th annual Workers' Compensation Educational Conference is now online. Read More 

Physician Dispensing Curtailed in Nevada

Nevada SB 231, a workers' compensation bill limiting the dispensing of medications by providers other than pharmacies and hospitals, will become effective Jan. 1, 2016. Read More 

Florida Case Law Update: May

In its May issue of "MKRS Law's Case Law Updates," the Florida workers' compensation defense law firm reviews three recent cases. Read More  

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No Erasing, Court Says

The Montana Supreme Court wants tougher sanctions against BNSF Railway for destroying surveillance footage of a workplace accident. Read More 

WCI Briefs
To save you time, here's a sampling of workers' compensation and insurance news from around the country, each in 350 words or less. Read More
Register Now for #WCEC2015
Registration is open for the 70th annual Workers' Compensation Educational Conference August 23-26 at the Orlando World Center Marriott. Get Sponsorship and Exhibit Booth information here.
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