There will be several panels and presentations focusing on Social Security Disability at the 70th annual Workers' Compensation Educational Conference. Read More 

The onset of summer often corresponds with an uptick in workers' compensation claims for heat-related injuries. Are they always compensable? Read More 

One attorney calls the subrogation process in Kentucky "frustrating," and says that it would be more equitable if a particular phrase in the state statute was repealed. Read More  

Should the Kansas Chamber of Commerce host a meeting by a state committee to interview applicants and nominate a person to serve as administrative law judge? And, should that meeting be closed to the public? Read More  

A painter in Denver says that he was fired after asking for a respirator mask to protect him from toxic chemicals at his job. Read More  

A construction company's owner and project manager were sentenced to two years in prison for involuntary manslaughter after a worker was buried alive at a job site. Read More

Colorado's first marijuana dispensary credit union was denied the banking insurance it needs to open for business, bringing plans to institute pot payroll and direct deposits to a halt. Read More

The August 26 public meeting of the Florida Division of Workers' Compensation will focus on recent recommendations by the Three-Member Panel. Read More 

To save you time, here's a sampling of workers' compensation and insurance news from around the country, each in 300 words or less. Read More 

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Diamond Bar, Calif. sounds like a great place for an attorney to live. Travelers is looking for a workers' compensation lawyer in the city in eastern Los Angeles County.    

Registration is now open for the 70th annual Workers' Compensation Educational Conference August 23-26 at the Orlando World Center Marriott.
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