The Workcomp Writer

JANUARY 6, 2022

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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The Workcomp Writer

APRIL 25, 2023

14, 2023), the Supreme Court of Iowa held that, despite the fact that res judicata rules generally apply to workers’ compensation disputes, the injured employee was not barred from pursuing a permanent injury ruling in a review-reopening proceeding under Iowa Code § 86.14(2), LEXIS 36 (Apr. Green appealed and the commissioner affirmed.

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Florida Workers' Comp

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

The chair of a county commission there is making news related, at least in part, with the reasonably recent closure of her law practice. Mr. Justice Brandies , who had some connection to workers' compensation in the day, is reported to have noted: “I can do 12 months’ work in 11 months, but not 12.”

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The Workcomp Writer

MAY 23, 2022

The Court also found the Commission had utilized an incorrect standard when it held the claimant's post-accident weight gain—he weighed 250 pounds at the time of injury, but after surgery gained an additional 120 pounds—was a subsequent superseding event that relieved the employers of liability for the full extent of his disability.

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The Workcomp Writer

JANUARY 10, 2023

As I have noted early each January for many, many years now, prior to the death of my mentor and friend, Dr. Arthur Larson, the original author of the oft-cited Larson treatises in workers’ compensation law (and in employment discrimination law, as well), Arthur and I began a quirky—though humorous—New Year’s tradition.

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The Workcomp Writer

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Reviewing the evidence, the court noted that Danylyk and Hofer met in New York in 2011, and began dating in February 2012. Danylyk then sought death benefits from the City of Euless, a worker’s compensation self-insurer. Danylyk , 2023 Tex. LEXIS 9278 (Dec. 12, 2023)]. Code § 2.401(a)(2)].

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Florida Workers' Comp

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

Of note, the Arizona Commission in this instance did not conclude there was sufficient proof of ex parte communication, but it was merely alleged. The judge was a prosecutor before appointment as a Court Commissioner in 2012, and was appointed judge in 2016. Some of the derogations were allegedly "printed. on the wall in the division."

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Workers' Compensation Perspectives

JULY 11, 2019

For more than a century, governments have pursued a social policy objective: to protect workers from work-related injury, disability, illness and death in a compassionate and sustainable way that still allows the economic activity and innovation necessary for societies to operate and thrive. Government interventions alter the market.

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cipHR

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Research by CIPHR reveals that nearly a quarter (22%) of UK workers don’t regularly check their payslips. While the onus is on employers to pay their employees correctly, there is some responsibility on the employee to make sure that any variable payments, such as overtime or commission, are paid. So, why should we? Pension payments.

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The Workcomp Writer

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Where a Missouri employee was able to work on a full-time, seasonable basis following a second work-related injury, the Missouri Commission did not err in finding that the employee had failed to show that he was permanently and totally disabled [Chambers v. A majority of the Commission affirmed and adopted the ALJ’s award of no compensation.

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Achievers

MAY 24, 2013

By the year 2025, three out of four workers globally will be part of the Millennial generation. Think about recognition like you would a sales commission—you pay a commission to encourage behaviors and results that benefit the organization. Result-based recognition. The results of recognition should be linked to company success.

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The Workcomp Writer

JULY 30, 2023

That got me thinking about workers’ compensation claimants. Direct and Natural Consequence Rule Like a number of other axiomatic doctrines within the field of workers’ compensation law, the so-called “direct and natural consequence” rule is easily articulated. The appellate court agreed with the commission, finding that Va.

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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Some workers may question how this could impact their company, leading them to worry about their job security and how they’ll meet personal financial obligations if they lose their job. There’s good news on this front: According to PwC, employee use of financial wellness services has increased from 51% in 2012 to 68% in 2023.

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Insperity

JANUARY 7, 2015

One 2012 report found that most North American employers who have analyzed the ROI of their wellness programs saved one to three health plan dollars per dollar invested. For example, if you were to host a masseuse at a wellness fair, and an employee got injured, it could result in a workers’ compensation claim. Cost containment.

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Insperity

DECEMBER 21, 2011

Allowing workers to book their remaining vacation while keeping your business running smoothly can be a daunting task. Pledge to be better prepared in 2012. The offer may appeal to one of your workers, and someone might be thrilled by the chance to postpone their time off. Communicate. Diminished efficiency in other jobs.

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Insperity

JANUARY 7, 2015

One 2012 report found that most North American employers who have analyzed the ROI of their wellness programs saved one to three health plan dollars per dollar invested. For example, if you were to host a masseuse at a wellness fair, and an employee got injured, it could result in a workers’ compensation claim. Why workplace wellness?

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HR Digest

AUGUST 1, 2023

The Birth of a Movement: In 2012, the seeds of change were planted when advocates called for legislative action to address the plight of pregnant workers. They fought tooth and nail, year after year, to ensure that pregnant workers across the country were afforded the rights and accommodations they deserved.

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The Workcomp Writer

JANUARY 16, 2023

It is, of course, one thing for a state to allow the use of marijuana in the treatment of injuries and diseases, but quite another to require employers and/or insurers to reimburse injured workers in connection with a workers’ compensation claim. Stat. . §§ 26-2B-1 to 26-2B-7, et seq.), Four have ruled that it cannot.

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Ahmed's Universe

DECEMBER 28, 2012

Here are some quirks of Spanish payroll: parallel payroll process, peculiar retro calculations, the multiplicity of labor agreements which cover every aspect of a worker''s with their employer. This also shows that this lost generation is quite talented, come to think of it. Now, they are mainly young, pretty and from Eastern Europe.

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