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In This Issue
* INTERPRETER RULES
* NAT'L WC CONFERENCE
* LAW360 NEWS
* NEWSROOM BLOGS: Apportionment of psychiatric disability, Medicare Secondary Payer, WC fraud
* CALIF. NEWS: Impact of SB 863 on loss development
* JOB POSTINGS
* eNEWSLETTER ARCHIVES

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  Robin Kobayashi 2010   

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sb 863 interpreter services rules

SB 863 StarburstSB 863 Final Interpreter Services Rules Effective 8-13-2013. The following summary highlights the major changes in the final interpreter services rules that went into effect August 13, 2013,  as well as relevant provisions of the Labor Code...When at the request of the employer, the employer's insurer, the Administrative Director, the Appeals Board, or a WCJ, an employee, who does not proficiently speak or understand the English language, submits to examination by a physician, the employee is entitled to the services of a qualified interpreter in accordance with conditions and a fee schedule prescribed by the Administrative Director. These services are to be provided by the employer. Read more.

national workers' comp conference

LexisNexis has once again partnered with the National Workers' Compensation & Disability Conference®, to bring you firsthand insights from NWCDC 2013 logorespected attorneys including Lex K. Larson, Stuart D. Colburn, Robert G. Rassp, Jennifer C. Jordan and many more. Plus, you'll earn CLEs just by attending. Best of all, because of our partnership with the conference our members get a special discount: $325.00 off the conference's on-site rate. You attend for only $995 by registering with Promo Code LNENL by Nov. 4.

law360 news headlines
Lexisnexis legal newsroom workers' comp blog posts

Cal Comp CasesNo Apportionment of Psychiatric Disability for Spouse's Gambling, Lack of Job: Cal. Comp. Cases August Advanced Postings (8/15/2013). Lexis.com and Lexis Advance subscribers can read it

 

 

 

Jen Jordan March 2010 thumbnailTexas Workers' Comp v. Medicare Secondary Payer Act: Will the Supreme Court Decide Which Will Prevail? by Jennifer C. Jordan, Esq. The Caldera case has been appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court, but will the high court grant cert? Read it.

  

    

   

Fraud SignWorkers' Comp Fraud Blotter - Awesome Cleaning Company Underreported Payroll by $8MRead it and other news items.

 

 

california & national news headlines

CA: How Multicultural Healthcare Providers Can Help Solve Doctor Shortage.

CA: New Face of the Culturally Sensitive Generation of Healthcare Providers.

CA: Ex-S.F. Housing Chief Files for Workers Comp.

CA: OSIP Launches E-Filing Portal for Self-Insured Public Agencies.

CA: Amended AB 1309 Clarifies Bill Applies to Pro Athletes Only.

CA: Pepper Spray Cop at UC Davis to Receive WC Benefits.

CA: DWC Final Interpreter Services Rules Now in Effect

CA: DWC Posts Fact Sheet for RBRVS Physician Fee Schedule.

CA: DWC Issues Notice of Public Hearing for MPN Rules.

CA: WCIRB Reports Impact of SB 863 on Loss Development.

CA: CDI Approves TRIPRA Endorsements.

Former CEO of Arkansas Workers' Comp Commission Joins WCRI.

ICD-10 to Impact Workers Comp, Nursing Homes, Home Health Agencies.

A.M. Best Releases Report on U.S. Captive Insurance Results.

Barbara Silverstone Named New Executive Director for NOSSCR.

job postings

Defense Attorney. Bradford & Barthel is looking to add another attorney for our newest office in Los Angeles. Bradford & Barthel, a leader in Workers' Compensation Defense, is seeking dynamic, diverse candidates who thrive in an environment with multiple opportunities for growth. We offer competitive benefits in a collegial, diverse atmosphere. Contact sbradford@bradfordbarthel.com.

 

Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). $4,674 to $10,477/month DOE. Litigate a variety of labor and employment matters at admin. and civil trial and appellate levels including, workers' comp., prevailing wage/public works, and public employment. Travel throughout NoCal may be required. Send a State Application (Form STD 678) with a resume and 2 recent writing samples to:DIR, Office of the Director - Legal Unit, Attn: Hiring Coordinator, 1515 Clay Street, Ste. 701, Oakland, CA 94612, Or by email to vwilferd@dir.ca.gov.

  

Immediate Opening for a Workers' Compensation Applicant's Attorney. Sprenkle & Georgariou, LLP is seeking an entry-level to mid-level attorney with workers' compensation experience to join our firm which represents injured workers.  The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one to two years of workers' compensation experience including cross-examination of physicians, trials and appellate work.  Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary.  Bilingual Spanish-English is helpful but not necessary.  Salary is commensurate with education and experience. If you are interested, please provide your resume and salary history to our office manager Merelyn Sprenkle at msprenkle@redshift.com, with a copy to the undersigned at mpgesq@gmail.com.

 

Workers' Compensation Attorneys Wanted for Immediate Hire (3435 Wilshire Blvd. #2200 LA CA 90010). Law Offices of Ramin R. Younessi, an established mid-size plaintiff/applicant's employment and workers' compensation firm is seeking to add two additional attorneys to our vibrant and energetic team. Applicants must have at least 3 or more years of experience in actively handling workers' compensation matters and have the ability to manage two supporting paralegals. Excellent negotiation skills are a must. Come work with our dynamic team in a friendly and collaborative environment. Salary is very competitive and contains vacation, bonuses, standard mileage and cost reimbursements, cell phone, bar dues, health benefits, and most importantly long term job security. Please forward all of the following for consideration to jobs@younessilaw.com: Resume, salary history, and writing sample.

 

Dept. of Industrial Relations. $4,674 to $10,477/month DOE. Litigate a variety of labor and employment matters at admin. and civil trial and appellate levels including, workers' comp., prevailing wage/public works, and public employment. Travel throughout SoCal may be required. Send a State Application (Form STD 678) with a resume and 2 recent writing samples to: DIR, Office of the Director - Legal Unit, Attn: Hiring Coordinator, 320 W. 4th St., Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90013, or by email to juribe@dir.ca.gov.

 

Associate Attorneys, Legal Assistants. Workers' Compensation defense firm located in Los Angeles (mid-Wilshire) is seeking associate attorneys, and legal assistants who can assist in Lien Negotiations. Some experience preferred but willing to train. Also, seeking Attorneys for Orange County office, located in Anaheim. Salary + Benefits include 401k, health and dental, parking, Profit Sharing. Please email your resume (PDF) via jvilla@hay-fel.com or via fax at 213-385-9511 Attention: Maribeth.

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