d Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 89: Judge Brett Kavanaugh By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Sep 2018 14:17:11 -0700 Is supreme court justice nominee read Cavanagh guilty of attempted rape? Listen to this very special addition of Work Comp matters where even the guys at the roundtable cannot agree. Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 89: SCOTUS By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Sep 2018 15:27:41 -0700 Since this edition of Work Comp Matters was recorded, the United States Senate Judiciary committee has put confirmation for Judge Kavanaugh on hold for one week pending an FBI investigation. Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 90: Who Do You Trust? By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 05 Oct 2018 14:41:02 -0700 As you listen to this edition of Work Comp matters please think long and hard about the following question: “who do you trust?”… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 91: Torture By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Oct 2018 16:11:40 -0700 Will we ever find out what really happened? During this edition of Work Comp matters, Steve and the guys talk about The news of the day for employees employers and… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 92: With Daniel Brin By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Oct 2018 16:48:26 -0700 In this edition of Work Comp Matters, Daniel Brin joined Steve and Mike to talk about the Dodgers, the homeless, and all the other issues of the week concerning employees,… Full Article
d Litigation Methods for Attorneys - with the CA. Bay Area Judges By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Jun 2018 15:04:59 -0700 Discussion will include: Roadmap for Prepping Your Case for Trial, Common Discovery Mistakes and How Not to Make Them, Ex Parte Issues that Can Tank your Case, Don’t Let Psych… Full Article
d 2018 Legal Strategies and Case Law Update By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Mar 2018 14:50:41 -0700 This program consisting of two WCAB Judges will provide all attorneys, both applicant and defense, underutilized strategies to implement in their everyday law practice. Vital case law from 2018 will… Full Article
d 2018 Comp Laude®: Fostering Innovation in Workers' Compensation By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Nov 2018 17:12:36 -0800 Are we doing enough in the workers compensation industry to innovate by incorporating technology and data into our daily business processes? What can we use today to drive innovation and… Full Article
d 2018 Comp Laude®: Research to Action to Research: How Public Policy Research Can Inform Legislative and Market Behavior By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Nov 2018 14:19:32 -0800 Workers' compensation public policy research is thriving. Big data and next generation analytics have created new insights into all corners of the national workers' compensation system. The best research can… Full Article
d 2018 Comp Laude®: Turning the Churn: A Vision for Workers' Recovery By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Sun, 18 Nov 2018 11:01:04 -0800 Words matter, and people's perceptions shape their opinions and affect their outcomes. How does the language we use affect the recovery for those we serve within the workers compensation system?… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 93: Thanksgiving Show By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Nov 2018 11:05:03 -0800 This week Robert & Steve give thanks to friends, colleagues & those that we love for their contribution to our success. Additionally, Robert & Steve discuss the fires that… Full Article
d QME Test Prep - Updated By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jun 2013 09:18:41 -0700 This online course prepares medical treaters to pass the Qualified Medical Evaluator Competency Exam. Full Article
d Podcast 94: George Herbert Walker Bush By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Dec 2018 18:28:32 -0800 This week Steve, Robert & Mike discuss George Herbert Walker Bush, Self Driving Cars and all the other News of the Week. Steve discusses his lunch meeting with President &… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 95: Michael Burgis By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Dec 2018 08:22:18 -0800 Steve Interviews Michael Burgis, The Law Offices of Michael Burgis & Associates – we talk about his Personal life, business life & workers compensation matters. Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 96: Kristen Chavez and WorkCompCentral By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Dec 2018 11:59:37 -0800 This week on Work Comp matters Steve interviews the President and CEO of Work Comp Central, Kristen Chavez. In addition to talking about how she started at the company, Kristen… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 97: Goodbye 2018 - Year in Review By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Jan 2019 11:38:27 -0800 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mike, Robert & Ted discuss all the events of 2018 that we liked & disliked. An update from John Scalia. Topics… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 99: Bird Box By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Jan 2019 17:11:33 -0800 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mike & Robert discuss Donald Trump, Gavin Newsom, the LA School Board Strike, Strippers in the Bay Area and much more. An… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 100: LAUSD Strike By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Jan 2019 10:01:18 -0800 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mike & Robert discuss LA School Board Strike (LAUSD), Nancy Pelosi, Donald Trump, Work Comp Central Update and much more. An update from… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 101: Con Mi Hermano By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Jan 2019 14:39:20 -0800 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mike, Robert & Brother Marc of AppellLaw.com, discuss Counting The Homeless the end of LAUSD Strike, PG&E, Bay Area Restaurant Chain Settlement, QME… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 102: Dr. Bruce Fishman By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Jan 2019 10:36:58 -0800 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mike, Ted, Robert, discuss Dr. Bruce Fishman and an email from his attorney, Howard Kapp, his felony conviction & workers compensation issues. Also,… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 103: State of the Union By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Feb 2019 08:08:37 -0800 This week on Work Comp matters Steve Robert and Mike talk about President Trump's State of the Union address in addition to the top two stories on workcompcentral.com plus John… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 104: State of the State By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Feb 2019 17:14:32 -0800 This week on Work Comp matter Steve Robert Mike Interp had a talk about the State of the State address by governor Gavin Newsom, President Trump, plus additional news talk… Full Article
d 120-Hour California Claims Adjuster Credential By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Feb 2019 15:26:59 -0800 This program includes over 120 hours of state-required training to become a licensed Claims Adjuster in California. … Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 105: The Wall By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Feb 2019 07:36:16 -0800 This week on Work Comp matters myself, Mike, And Robert talk about Donald Trump‘s wall in addition to the Work Comp Central.com story of the week and the news of… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 106: Saul Allweiss By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Mar 2019 14:38:01 -0800 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Ted, Mike & Guest, Saul Alweiss (Workers Compensation Extraordinaire Attorney), discuss alternative dispute resolution, workers compensation carveouts, dealing with opposing counsel, evaluating evidence,… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 107: John Mcneely By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Mar 2019 08:09:52 -0800 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mike, Robert & Special Guest, John McNeely (29 year Workers Compensation Hearing Representative), discusses experiences in workers compensation dealing with co-counsel, adjusters &… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 108: Death Penalty By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Mar 2019 09:41:24 -0700 During this episode of Work Comp Matters Steve, Robert, Mike & Ted talk about governor Gavin Newsom placing a stay on the death penalty, the Nationwide college admissions scandal regarding… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 109: The Homeless By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Mar 2019 17:02:20 -0700 During this addition of Work Comp matters Steve provides his solution to the homeless problem. Also during the show Steve Mike and Robert talk about marijuana, e-cigarette's, PG&E,Recent major league… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 110: The Mueller Report By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Mar 2019 07:15:00 -0700 During this edition of Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mike and Robert talk about the Mueller report, the investigative report on Christine Baker at the Department of industrial Relations, the investigative… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 111: Don't Touch Me There By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 04 Apr 2019 17:03:21 -0700 This week on Work Comp Matters, your hosts get really touchy-feely and talk about Joe Biden, Christine Baker, Dr. Bruce Fishman, Puerto Rico and PG&E. Plus additional news, talk and… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 112: NO DEAL By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Apr 2019 09:31:01 -0700 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mark, Mike and Robert talk about the college bribery admissions scandal in addition to United States attorney general bar’s testimony before Congress. And… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 113: I Want to be a Lawyer By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Apr 2019 08:12:41 -0700 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mark, Robert and Mike talk about Kim Kardashian West and her desire to become a lawyer. Also, the topics of discussion include all… Full Article
d AMA Guides Impairment Ratings: Detecting and Managing Bad Evaluations By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Apr 2019 08:42:39 -0700 This program will enhance each student's ability to identify poor quality evaluations and erroneous ratings. Dr. Chris Brigham will provide an insider's perspective and practical guidance. Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 114: Revenge Politics By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 01 May 2019 07:57:44 -0700 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mark Reed, Robert and Mike talk about the Measles and the anti-vaccine, Police use of force, State Compensation Insurance Fund Utilization Review, and… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 115: Call Me Dr. Slutzker By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2019 12:26:01 -0700 This week on Work Comp matters, Steve cries out for help from Dr. Michael Slutzker to give him a call regarding one of his patients who is also Steve's client. Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 116: Uber / Lyft By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 09 May 2019 09:15:15 -0700 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve and the guys talk about relevant issues for your employees, employers and independent contractors. In addition to the new Uber IPO and the… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 117: The Show By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 17 May 2019 14:32:42 -0700 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Marc, Mike and Ted talk about Gavin Newsom and the new budget, as well as the new worker's compensation case regarding catastrophic injuries. Full Article
d A Practical Approach to Using the MTUS & Formulary Wisely to Avoid Treatment Denials By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Apr 2019 08:14:39 -0700 Whether you are an employer, claims examiner, medical provider or attorney, this program will provide you with a clear understanding and practical approach of how the MTUS and Formulary to… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 118: Memorial Day By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 24 May 2019 07:44:21 -0700 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve is celebrating his birthday in Las Vegas. Therefore, it’s up to Robert Mike and Marc to discuss the warriors who gave the ultimate… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 119: Magic Mushrooms By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 30 May 2019 09:30:41 -0700 This week on Work Comp Matters, Charles Rondeau of The Rondeau Law Firm called in for the first five minutes to talk about the appeal he filed in the District… Full Article
d Work Comp Matters - Episode 120: Quest Diagnostics By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Jun 2019 07:31:51 -0700 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve and the guys talk about the Quest Diagnostic data breach that affects almost 12,000,000 people. Additionally, the guys report on the Work Comp… Full Article
d Handling Cases of Serious & Willful Misconduct of the Employer-Review and Practice Hints By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Jan 2019 08:50:46 -0800 This program provides a guide to handling cases of serious and willful misconduct of employers. Examining various reviews and practice hints, Frank Christine III, Esq. will offer a review of… Full Article
d Seasonal Worker Payroll Threshold Increases 3.9% By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Texas Division of Workers' Compensation announced that the gross annual payroll requirements for coverage of seasonal workers will increase 3.9% next year. Seasonal workers for agricultural companies with annual gross… Full Article
d Commissioner Approves 6.9% Rate Decrease By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The New Jersey Commissioner of Banking and Insurance approved a 6.9% decrease in rates for workers' compensation policies incepting on or after Jan. 1. Average rate changes will vary by industry… Full Article
d State Didn't Have Jurisdiction Over Truck Driver's Out-of-State Accident By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A New York appellate court ruled that the state workers’ compensation system did not have jurisdiction over a truck driver’s claim based on injuries he sustained in an out-of-state accident… Full Article
d Driver's Widow Gets Award for His Death from COVID-19 By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A New York appellate court upheld an award of benefits to the widow of a worker who died from COVID-19. Case: Miller v. Transdev Bus on Demand LLC, No. CV-23-0661, 10/10/2024,… Full Article
d Inaccurate Credentials Don't Disqualify Vocational Expert By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A Pennsylvania court rejected an injured worker's request to disqualify a vocational expert on the basis that the expert's correspondence indicated he was a certified disability management specialist after his… Full Article
d Supreme Court Upholds Dismissal of Worker's Civil Suit Against Employer By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Idaho Supreme Court upheld the summary dismissal of an injured worker’s civil suit against his employer based on his injuries from a piece of farm equipment his employer had… Full Article
d Worker Failed to Prove Injuries from Alleged Assault by Colleague By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A New York appellate court ruled that a worker was not entitled to benefits for injuries from an alleged assault by a coworker. Case: Matter of Lebeau v. Meet Caregivers Inc.,… Full Article
d Worker Failed to Link Fall at Home to Prior Work-Related Ankle Injury By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A New York appellate court ruled that a worker failed to establish her injuries from a fall at home were related to an ankle injury from an on-the-job accident which… Full Article
