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Chevron's Fall: Medicare Set-Asides Face Legal Shake-Up

Workers' Compensation

Courts may be more inclined to consider alternative methods of protecting Medicare's interests that align more closely with state workers' compensation laws. Increased Role of State Laws: There may be more significant consideration of state workers' compensation laws in determining appropriate allocations for future medical expenses.

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Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Occupational Exposure to Cellphone Radiation

Workers' Compensation

CIVIL LITIGATION Civil litigation discovery from emerging occupational disease claims has historically provided ancillary litigation support in proving non-fault workers’ compensation claims. Timely notice and the workers’ compensation claim filing must be satisfied under statutory requirements. Cohen v Apple, Inc, 46 F. May 23, 2023.

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Career Tools to Check Out in 2011 | CareerSolvers

Talent Culture

Home About Us How It Works FAQs Contact Resources Request a Proposal Monday, January 3rd, 2011 Career Tools to Check Out in 2011 This month’s Career Collective topic is trends, tools, and hiring practices for 2011. I love writing about career tools that help job seekers keep informed. Here are a few of my favorites.

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A Look At China’s Workers’ Compensation System

Global People Strategist

However, workers’ compensation in this country is far more than just a novelty; it’s essential for protecting the rights and well-being of hundreds of millions of Chinese workers. Let’s take a closer look at how these strategies combine to provide financial coverage and emotional assistance in tough times!

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The Top 10 Bizarre Workers’ Comp Cases for 2021

The Workcomp Writer

As I have noted January for many years, prior to the death of my mentor and friend, Dr. Arthur Larson, the truly original author of the Larson treatises in workers’ compensation law (and in employment discrimination law, as well), he and I began a quirky—though humorous—New Year’s tradition. Worker Injured “Commuting” Downstairs (Germany).

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Divided PA Court Says “Continuous Service,” Not Level of Activity, Key to Firefighter Cancer Benefits

The Workcomp Writer

Pennsylvania’s Firefighter Cancer Presumption Under Section 301(f) of Pennsylvania’s Workers’ Compensation Act [77 P.S. § 413], firefighters who establish continuous service and exposure to Group 1 carcinogens benefit from a presumption that their cancer is work-related. LEXIS 243 (Nov.

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OSHA Proposes a Workplace Heat Standard

Workers' Compensation

with 479 worker deaths from 2011-2022 due to environmental heat exposure. Protect vulnerable groups, including pregnant workers and workers of color in essential jobs who are often at higher risk. The standard also sets requirements for acclimatization for new and returning employees. All rights reserved.