3 SB 863 and Its Impact on Permanent Disability (1 of 3) By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Aug 2014 08:27:47 -0700 This one-hour session will provide an in-depth look at how SB863 has impacted permanent disability outcomes and costs in the California Workers’ Compensation system. Full Article
3 Almaraz/Guzman: Past, Present & Future (2 of 3) By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Aug 2014 09:04:51 -0700 This one-hour session will provide an overview and analysis of recent case law focused on Almaraz/Guzman ratings. Full Article
3 Reviewing Medical Reports (3 of 3) By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Aug 2014 09:13:22 -0700 This one-hour session will focus on reviewing medical reports from a lay-person perspective. Full Article
3 2015 Physician's Fee Schedule Update By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Nov 2014 11:20:21 -0800 What has changed for physician billing for 2015, new conversion factors, updated regulations, dispute resolution trends. Full Article
3 Workers' Compensation Basics, History, Terms, Benefits, SJDB By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Feb 2015 08:08:54 -0800 The Claims Specialist's Start Guide: CA Adjuster Cert Process, Historical Overview, Organizational Structure of WC System, WC Terms and Concepts, Basic Benefits & TD and SJDB Vouchers. Full Article
3 For What It's Worth: How to Rate and Value Your Case By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2015 10:00:19 -0700 This half-day rating event promises comprehensive presentations by the experts. Tune your skills as the experts debate the most pertinent disability rating issues. Full Article
3 Opioids: We're Beating Them Back - Now What? By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Jun 2015 15:37:46 -0700 David DePaolo will moderate a discussion on the topic of Opioids based on a WorkCompCentral Special Report authored by Peter Rousmaniere. The report looks at how the workers’ compensation industry… Full Article
3 The Real Do's and Dont's of Trial - from Discovery to Decision By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Jun 2016 10:13:34 -0700 Join us for this half-day event on trial techniques and skills, covering the entirety of a trial from discovery to decision. The expert panel of instructors will discuss the most… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 3 By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Jan 2017 10:42:52 -0800 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 2017 Physician's Fee Schedule Update By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Feb 2017 15:21:51 -0800 Suzanne Honor-Vangerov presents a program discussing the vital changes for 2017 including conversion factors, types of covered services and what is reimbursed. This course will benefit all who are involved… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 13: Marketing and Advertising By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Mar 2017 16:38:40 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 15: What's News By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Apr 2017 13:20:59 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 AMA Guides - Part 1 of 3: Basics By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Apr 2017 08:10:35 -0700 This program instructed by Phil Walker, J.D. and Christopher Brigham, M.D. will focus on the basic ratings under the AMA Guides. This is part one of three on a series… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 23: I Object By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 08:25:17 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 30: Substantial Evidence By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jul 2017 11:09:50 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 31: We Can Do Better By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Aug 2017 13:43:56 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 32: Doctors By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Aug 2017 08:22:55 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 33: Charlottesville By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Aug 2017 14:01:33 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 34: Chain of Command By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Aug 2017 10:56:54 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 35: Labor Day By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Aug 2017 09:17:22 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 36: War By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Sep 2017 14:54:07 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 AMA Guides - Part 2 of 3: Intermediate By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Apr 2017 08:40:33 -0700 This program instructed by Phil Walker, J.D. and Christopher Brigham, M.D. will focus on the intermediate ratings under the AMA Guides. This is part two of three on a series… Full Article
3 AMA Guides - Part 3 of 3: Advanced By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Apr 2017 12:54:03 -0700 This program instructed by Phil Walker, J.D. and Christopher Brigham, M.D. will focus on the advanced ratings under the AMA Guides. This is part three of three on a series… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 37: Blind Ambition By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Sep 2017 10:58:43 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 38: Takin Care of Business By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Sep 2017 14:44:22 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 39: Republicans & Democrats By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Sep 2017 10:21:27 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 43: Renewing the Contract By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Oct 2017 11:15:20 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 53: Happy New Year By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jan 2018 08:50:37 -0800 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 57: Sunday's Big Game By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Mar 2018 17:09:56 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 63: Poker By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Mar 2018 17:35:19 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 2017 Comp Laude® - MSP Series: Preparing to Settle: Taking Medicare's Interests Into Account By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Sat, 21 Apr 2018 15:55:45 -0700 This program introduces students to the preparation of settlement by taking medicare's interests into account. This course is for all disciplines in workers' compensation, especially those who deal with MSP… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 73: Memorial Day Heroes By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jun 2018 12:11:30 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 81: Who's Listening By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Jul 2018 11:13:24 -0700 Robert The Uber driver said it best: “the messages open up your eyes, pay attention, and understand what you are entitled to.“ During this edition of Work Comp Matters, Steve… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 83: Recipes for Success By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Aug 2018 09:48:56 -0700 During this edition of work, matters, Steve and the guys talk about recipes for success in life, work, and in the kitchen and or the barbecue. #workcompcentral #workerscompensation #success… Full Article
3 Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 84: 30th Congressional District with Mark Reed By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Aug 2018 10:09:53 -0700 Mark Reed is the pragmatic candidate for the 30th US Congressional District. In this edition of Work Comp matters Steve and the guys talk to Mark about the homeless, a… Full Article
3 Data and Doctors: A Prescription for Workers' Compensation By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Jul 2018 11:04:38 -0700 This program focuses on how to use data. Linda Lane will share a strategy that builds a customized network that achieved the "Triple Aim" of workers' compensation - which is… Full Article
3 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
3 Improving Communication in Workers' Compensation By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Oct 2018 08:51:22 -0700 Improving Communication in Workers' Compensation… Full Article
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 Benefits Increasing 4.3% in January By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Commission announced that maximum benefits for injuries, illnesses and deaths will increase 4.3% in January to match an increase in the state's average weekly wage. The state's… Full Article
3 Insurance Division Approves 4.3% Loss Cost Cut By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Colorado Division of Insurance announced a 4.3% average loss cost decrease for workers' compensation policies incepting in 2025. Loss costs are the average cost of lost wages and medical payments… Full Article
