Editor's Forum

Today’s issue of WorkCompRecap features the release of a new Insights brief from NCCI that examines current and projected demographic patterns in employment, as well as data on injury frequency and time away from work. NCCI noted that demographic changes are important to workers compensation because work injury experience differs between different types of workers.… [Read more]

CompLinks are a daily set of pertinent links that we believe will be of interest to our readers. Drug prices are going up…or not. Managed Care Matters Kentucky Senate Backs COVID Liability Shield for Businesses Insurance Journal Workers Comp Predictive Analytics Changed Loss Run Reviews Forever J&L Risk Management Blog Editor’s Note: These links lead to outside news… [Read more]

Today’s issue of WorkCompRecap features The Transitions’ announcement of the launch of its new industry-wide mentoring program, which is aimed at elevating the next generation of workers’ compensation leaders. The new mentorship network is a free program that seeks to connect mentors and mentees and promote professional and personal growth. Focused primarily on payers and… [Read more]

CompLinks are a daily set of pertinent links that we believe will be of interest to our readers. The CDC’s Opioids for Chronic Pain Guidelines; Myths and facts Managed Care Matters A New Administration Means New COVID-19 OSHA Guidelines. What Businesses Need to Know Risk & Insurance Selecting the Right Service Providers to Reduce Workers’ Comp Costs… [Read more]

Today’s issue of WorkCompRecap features the announcement form the IMA Group that it has acquired EVONational, a national provider of independent medical exams (IMEs), medical screenings and other evaluations. The IMA Group noted that the addition will add more than 7,000 clinicians to its provider panel and continues its rapid pace of expansion, which through… [Read more]

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In today’s issue of WorkCompRecap we announce a new leader, and the publishing of their new post in WorkCompWire’s exclusive “Leaders Speak” section, which features leaders from the Workers’ Compensation Industry, and focuses on issues that are timely, relevant, and thought provoking. Are you ready?? Find out who our new featured leader is right now!

CompLinks are a daily set of pertinent links that we believe will be of interest to our readers. The cognitive effects of COVID-19 Sedgwick Blog Physical Therapy Is a Workers’ Compensation Game Changer. But Only If All Stakeholders Collaborate Risk & Insurance 3 Techniques To Gain Workers’ Comp Management Commitment ReduceYourWorkersComp Editor’s Note: These links lead to outside… [Read more]

Today’s issue of WorkCompRecap features (which you may have already noticed) some cosmetic and technological updates to your regular WorkCompRecap email newsletter, including a more mobile-friendly design. We look forward to bringing you even more from this platform in the future! Also up today is some rate news, with the Ohio BWC’s recent announcement that… [Read more]

Today’s issue of WorkCompRecap features NCCI’s release of a new Insights brief on Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) in workers’ comp that examines the costs and medical services associated with TBI claims. NCCI noted that based on their lasting effects, severe TBI injuries have the potential to become disabling and very costly early on and over… [Read more]