article thumbnail

Pennsylvania Court Affirms Asbestos Claim Outside Workers’ Compensation System

The Workcomp Writer

He later died and his widow sought damages via a common law civil action rather than a claim filed within the workers’ compensation system. PA’s “Catch-22” for Latent Diseases Section 301(c)(2) of Pennsylvania’s Workers’ Compensation Act creates a significant limitation for occupational disease claims.

article thumbnail

A Look At China’s Workers’ Compensation System

Global People Strategist

Benefits Provided by China’s Workers’ Compensation System Wouldn’t it be nice to know that your hard work is being rewarded in the event of an accident? The Workers’ Compensation system provides financial compensation for those injured and is a valuable tool for employers and employees.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

It’s a Match! How to Create an Equitable Compensation System That Fits You

HR Digest

As 2023 draws to a close and companies begin to settle on the wages and hikes for the next year, the question of how to create an equitable compensation system might flash in everyone’s mind—if briefly. Building a conscious pay system requires conscious policies and practices that support such an initiative.

article thumbnail

50 years after the National Commission: Is the Workers' Compensation System

Workers' Compensation

50 YEARS AFTER THE NATIONAL COMMISSION: IS THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION SYSTEM SERVING INJURED WORKERS? ET On Monday, July 11, the Department of Labor will host a panel discussion for the 50th anniversary of the National Commission on State Workmen's Compensation Laws. Broadcast: July 11, 10:00 a.m - 11:30 a.m.

article thumbnail

5 Ways To Create the Perfect Compensation System

Hppy

While there is no one perfect compensation system, with these 5 tips you can ensure your compensation system that best suits your organization and benefits investors and employees alike. . Refine Your Compensation System Regularly . Ensure your Compensation System is Compliant . Matching 401k.

article thumbnail

How prepared are workers’ compensation systems for COVID-19?

Workers' Compensation Perspectives

The “Unknown” occupational disease risk in workers’ compensation When workers’ compensation systems started a century ago, the focus was “industrial accidents”. page U47] Over time, most workers’ compensation systems adapted to include coverage for occupational diseases. This limitation was noted at the time.

article thumbnail

WCI 2024 is Upon Us

Florida Workers' Comp

The institute is a cross-section of every interest group in the workers' compensation system. Profits from the conference are used to enhance the workers' compensation system. Initially, the institute provided a series of "grants" to assist the system. The medical courses will continue on a permanent basis.