Columbus, OH – The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation’s (BWC) Special Investigations Department recently announced that Roy Love had pleaded guilty to one count of workers’ compensation fraud, a fourth-degree felony. Love was ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $12,128 to the BWC and sentenced to four years of community control. BWC’s Special… [Read more]
Work Force & Human Resource News
CA DWC Announces Online Injured Worker Workshops
San Francisco, CA – The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) recently announced that it will offer online workshops for injured workers beginning October 7. A Spanish-language workshop will take place on October 21. By offering access beyond the physical locations of its 23 district offices and satellites, the online workshops will expand DWC’s mission… [Read more]
San Francisco DA Announces Multiple Felony Charges in Insurance and Tax Fraud Scheme
San Francisco, CA – San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins recently announced multiple felony charges against Gemma Maher, office administrator of Cullinane Plastering, for insurance and tax fraud. Her employers, Denis Cullinane, owner of Cullinane Plastering, and Jeremiah “Jerry” Cullinane, owner of Cullinane Construction, have warrants outstanding for charges related to insurance and tax fraud.… [Read more]
Akeso Occupational Health Opens 15th Clinic in Thousand Oaks, CA
Irvine, CA – Akeso Occupational Health recently announced the opening of a new clinic in Thousand Oaks, CA. “We are pleased to announce the expansion of our growing network of occupational health clinics into the city of Thousand Oaks,” said Chuck Kruger, CEO of Akeso. Kruger added “We’ve had our eye on this area for… [Read more]
NYSIF Waives Credit Card Transaction Fee for Small Business Policyholders
New York, NY – The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) recently announced that it is waiving credit card transaction fees for eligible small business policyholders who enroll in, or currently use, paperless billing. The initiative is part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s efforts to provide relief and cost savings to New York’s small businesses as… [Read more]
US DOL Awards $1.9M to 14 Orgs for Safety, Health Training; Infectious Disease Recognition
Washington, DC – The U.S. Department of Labor recently awarded approximately $1.9 million in grants to 14 nonprofits nationwide to fund education and training programs to help workers and employers recognize infectious disease hazards – including coronavirus – and identify preventive measures for a safe workplace. Administered by the department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration,… [Read more]
OR OSHA Announces Recipients of Annual Workers’ Memorial Scholarship Awards
Salem, OR — Each of them has different educational goals, career plans, and dreams. All of them have endured the personal and financial hardships that result when a parent is lost to a workplace death. Three Oregon high school graduates are recipients of the 2022 Workers’ Memorial Scholarship awards, the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health… [Read more]
The Hartford Expands Medical Provider Training On Addiction, Pain Management And Stigma
Hartford, CT – The Hartford recently announced that it is extending its partnership with the Yale Program in Addiction Medicine (Yale-PAM) to provide a newly-developed training on addiction, pain management and stigma to more medical providers who treat injured workers. “Science and empathy are both critical to addressing the ongoing opioid crisis, and the unique… [Read more]
NY Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Support 9/11 Victims, First Responders, and Loved Ones
Albany, NY – Ahead of the 21st anniversary of 9/11, Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed five pieces of legislation to provide support to 9/11 victims and survivors and their families. The support will help to remove barriers and delays from Victim Compensation Fund and workers’ compensation claims. In addition, a highway will be designated to… [Read more]
OR Corrections Center Fined Over $80,000 for Putting Workers at Risk During Tuberculosis Outbreak
Tumwater, WA – The Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is citing and fining the state Department of Corrections (DOC) $84,400 for failing to follow safety rules to prevent the spread of disease among workers and inmates at Stafford Creek Corrections Center in Aberdeen. L&I opened an inspection of the facility in response to complaints… [Read more]