San Francisco, CA – In line with Governor’s Newsom’s stay-at home order in response to the COVID-19 crisis issued on March 19, the Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) encourages primary treating physicians to continue to manage injured workers’ care through telehealth options whenever medically appropriate. Telehealth options include remote visits via video-conferencing, video-calling or similar… [Read more]
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MA Division of Insurance Announces Reduction in Workers’ Compensation Rates
Boston, MA – The Massachusetts Division of Insurance recently approved a 6.8 percent reduction in the existing overall average workers’ compensation insurance rates for policies effective on and after July 1, 2020. The rate decrease was the result of a compromise reached by the State Rating Bureau, the Workers’ Compensation Rating and Inspection Bureau of… [Read more]
CA WCIRB CompEssentials Offers Support During California Stay-at-Home Order
Oakland, CA – As a show of additional support to the California workers’ compensation community, the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California (WCIRB) has announced a reimbursement program for customers who purchase and pass WCIRB CompEssentials® courses during the Governor’s California stay-at-home period (effective March 19, 2020 until the Order is lifted). “While we… [Read more]
ASSP Offering Free Online COVID-19 Resources Including Podcasts, Q&A Session
Park Ridge, IL – During this unprecedented time surrounding the outbreak of COVID-19, the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) is providing free online resources to help its members and the occupational safety and health community respond quickly and effectively to the pandemic. ASSP has stood for safety for more than 100 years and knows… [Read more]
ACOEM Advises Suspension of Routine Occ. Spirometry Testing During COVID-19 Pandemic
Elk Grove, IL – Spirometry, the most frequently performed pulmonary function test (PFT), is the cornerstone of occupational respiratory surveillance programs. Hundreds of thousands of spirometry tests are performed each year in the U.S. to comply with occupational regulatory requirements. However, during the current outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine… [Read more]
Texas Mutual Donates $2M to Support Nonprofits Meeting COVID-19 Needs
Austin, TX – Texas Mutual Insurance Company, the state’s leading provider of workers’ compensation insurance, today announced a donation of $2 million in grant funding for nonprofit organizations across the state that are vital to COVID-19 relief and recovery. The grants will go to 40 nonprofit organizations, including Meals on Wheels, United Way, local food… [Read more]
Longtime Kids’ Chance Leader Honored with Robert M. Clyatt Award
St. Louis, MO – Robert Keefe, one of the Kids’ Chance community’s longest advocates and leaders, is the recipient of the 2020 Robert M. Clyatt Distinguished Service Award. Named for Kids’ Chance founder Bob Clyatt, the award embodies his passion for helping children impacted by a parent’s workers’ compensation injury or death obtain the funds… [Read more]
NCCI Releases COVID-19 & Workers’ Compensation FAQ
Boca Raton, FL – The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) recently released a new FAQ article offering perspective on the impact that COVID-19 (coronavirus) may have the workers compensation industry. These frequently asked questions (FAQs) are intended to be the start of a series of responses that will address questions NCCI receives. Please review… [Read more]
One Call Offering Free Webinars on Telerehab Today & Tomorrow
Jacksonville, FL – One Call recently announced a new free webinar on Telerehab, noting that it has become an exceedingly popular method for physical therapy treatment options, and currently a recommended alternative to protect injured workers during the COVID-19 epidemic. Telerehab is a convenient solution that bridges common gaps and provides continuity of care through… [Read more]
OK Workers’ Compensation Commission to Re-Open in Limited Capacity
Oklahoma City, OK – The Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Commission (“WCC”) and its administrative law judges (“ALJs”) continue to closely monitor the continuing public health crisis caused by COVID-19. Governor J. Kevin Stitt issued Amended Executive Order 2020-07 on March 17, 2020, declaring “an emergency caused by the impending threat of COVID-19” and directed agencies to… [Read more]