on Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 22: Religion By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Jun 2017 13:37:04 -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
on Improving Benefit Adequacy for On-the-Job Injuries By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Apr 2017 17:03:39 -0700 Improving Benefit Adequacy for On-the-Job Injuries: the approach by the Texas Nonsubscriber Option might surprise you. … Full Article
on Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 29: Immigration & SB 1160 By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Jul 2017 16:03:46 -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
on Medicare Secondary Payer Compliance and Legal Update By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 08 May 2017 11:51:08 -0700 WorkCompCentral presents a full day seminar offering the latest updates in Medicare Secondary Payer compliance. This course touches upon all components of MSP compliance, from conditional payment resolutions and Medicare… Full Article
on Fraud Update: SIU Referrals and Prosecution By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 08 May 2017 16:44:01 -0700 This program will provide detailed instructions and skillsets to students for the successful SIU referral and prosecution thereof. The instructors will focus on red flags for fraud, identifying and documenting… Full Article
on Litigation Strategies for Developing the Issue of Accurate PD: Theory, Evidence, Negotiation and Trial By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Mar 2017 09:08:20 -0700 Litigation Strategies for Developing the Issue of Accurate PD: Theory, Evidence, Negotiation and Trial. Understand how to Litigate a Workers’ Comp Case, when the primary issue is Permanent Disability. This… Full Article
on 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
on Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 41: UR/IMR Common Sense By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Oct 2017 10:49:44 -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
on Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 42: Follow the Money By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Oct 2017 09:25:54 -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
on 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
on Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 44: Non-Disclosure Agreements By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Nov 2017 11:01:17 -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
on Litigation and Trial Procedures - Marina del Rey By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 09:35:23 -0700 WCAB Marina del Rey issues will be discussed in depth. … Full Article
on Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 51: Addiction By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jan 2018 08:38:30 -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
on Hearing and Lien Representative Preparation for 2018 By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 09 May 2017 10:56:06 -0700 The California non-attorney Hearing Representative and Lien Representative is required to know how to prepare for and litigate a workers' compensation case or lien claim before a WCAB Judge. This… Full Article
on 2018 Litigation and Case Law Update By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Sep 2017 10:42:36 -0700 This program explores the updates to litigation and case law for 2018. The panel of judges will help support the student's development of understanding common mistakes in strict rating, case… Full Article
on Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 69: Getting Stoned with Hilary Bricken By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 03 May 2018 16:37:38 -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
on The Holistic Approach to Reducing Cost, Injury and Medication Use By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 02 May 2018 15:16:28 -0700 The Holistic Approach to Reducing Cost, Injury and Medication Use… Full Article
on Judicial Tips for Litigation Developments - A Day with the Judges By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Apr 2018 12:05:12 -0700 Top Tips for Prepping Your Case for Trial Nailing the Doctor’s deposition Bullet Proving Your Medical Evidence Secrets Everyone Needs to Know About How to Accurately Rate PD WC Litigation Pitfalls and Pratfalls in… Full Article
on Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 76: Mediation with Barbara Thompson By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Jun 2018 08:46:52 -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
on Work Comp Matters - SPECIAL: Retirement with Don Tobin By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Jul 2018 11:20:44 -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
on Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 78: Structured Settlements with Mike Burton By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Jul 2018 16:43:10 -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
on Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode Episode 82: Vocational Rehabilitation with Laura Wilson By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Aug 2018 08:41:57 -0700 Laura Wilson is on everybody's top five list of vocational rehabilitation expert's. This week on Work Comp matters she talks to Steve about her career in California Worker's Compensation. … Full Article
on 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
on 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
on Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 88: Interview with Laura Wilson By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Sep 2018 13:54:49 -0700 Once again Laura Wilson joins the round table to talk to the guys about vocational rehabilitation, IMR, Home Ownership, the Gig Economy and other issues of interest to employees, employers,… Full Article
on AMA Guides 5th Edition - Impairment Assessment Certification By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Sep 2017 10:02:08 -0700 If you work with impairment assessments, you must understand the correct use of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment. This is the solution to help you master… Full Article
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on 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
on L&I Announces Ergonomic Rule Development By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries announced that it opened rulemaking for ergonomic regulations that would apply to airline ground crews. State lawmakers in 2023 enacted Senate Bill 5217,… Full Article
on Injured Worker Failed to Prove Extreme Hardship Warranting Reclassification By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A New York appellate court upheld the denial of a worker’s request for an extreme hardship redetermination. Case: Matter of Brown v. Plans Plus Ltd., No. CV-23-0250, 10/10/2024, published. Facts and procedural… Full Article
on Expansion of Worker's Claim to Include Depression Didn't Increase His Loss of Earning Capacity By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A New York appellate court upheld a determination that an injured worker was not entitled to an increase in his loss of wage-earning capacity after his claim was expanded to… Full Article
on Injured Workers Can't Back Out of Settlement Agreement on Carrier's Lien By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Missouri Court of Appeals ruled that two injured workers could not back out of a settlement agreement they entered with their employer’s insurance carrier to satisfy the carrier’s subrogation… Full Article
on WCS Opens Registration for Training Webinars By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Nevada Workers’ Compensation Section opened registration for free online training classes that will be held in January. The WCS is holding a basic orientation session Jan. 8 that will cover… Full Article
on Defendants Get Partial Reversal of Summary Judgment on Worker's Labor Law Claims By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A New York appellate court ruled that a worker was not entitled to summary judgment on one aspect of his Labor Law claim. Case: Urquia v. Deegan 135 Realty LLC, No. 22340/19,… Full Article
on Court Overturns Summary Judgment on Defendant's Indemnification Claim By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A New York appellate court partially overturned a grant of summary judgment dismissing a defendant’s indemnification claim against an injured worker’s employer. Case: Cooper v. BLDG 7th Street LLC, Nos. 153479/18,… Full Article
on Court Denies Employer's Successive Application for Hearing as Lacking Probable Cause By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Virginia Court of Appeals upheld a decision by the Workers’ Compensation Commission denying an employer’s successive application for a hearing as being unsupported by probable cause. In December 2022, Jessica… Full Article
on CLARA Analytics Names Eugene Wong CFO By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0700 CLARA Analytics announced that it hired Eugene Wong as chief financial officer. Eugene Wong Wong brings more than 15 years of finance and operating experience to his new role with the… Full Article
