Oakland, CA – The California Workers’ Compensation Institute (CWCI) recently announced the election of its Board of Directors for 2020. Matthew Zender of AmTrust North America has been elected Chairman for 2020. Mr. Zender, who served as the Vice-Chair of the Board in 2019, replaces Rose Barrett of North American Casualty Company, who will continue… [Read more]
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CT Governor Lamont Suspends Workers’ Comp Deadlines, Orders WCC Staff Reductions
Hartford, CT – The Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Commission recently announced several changes as a result of the Covid-19 health crisis: Governor Lamont Suspends Workers’ Compensation Deadlines Effective Monday, March 23, 2020, Governor Lamont has suspended non-critical Workers’ Compensation Commission statutory, regulatory and administrative deadlines. WCC is hopeful these temporary deadline suspensions outlined in the Governor’s… [Read more]
Best’s Special Report: Rating Downgrades Outnumber Upgrades in 2019
Oldwick, NJ -(BusinessWire)- For the first time in five years, credit rating downgrades for the U.S. property/casualty (P/C) industry outnumbered upgrades on a marginal basis in 2019, according to a new AM Best special report. The Best’s Special Report, titled, “Rating Downgrades Outnumber Upgrades in 2019,” states that the number of downgrades rose by over… [Read more]
CA DWC Provides Guidance on Medical Evaluations During State of Emergency Period
San Francisco, CA – The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) appreciates the efforts of the workers’ compensation community to provide care for injured workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Of paramount importance is that everyone follow all guidance from the Governor as well as federal, state and local public health agencies regarding COVID-19. After adherence to… [Read more]
Ohio Doctor Convicted of Illegally Distributing Opioid Pain Meds, Health Care Fraud
Columbus, OH – A federal jury has convicted a Southeast Ohio doctor of illegally prescribing controlled substances and defrauding health care programs. The verdict was announced following a trial that began on Feb. 24 before Chief U.S. District Judge Algenon L. Marbley. Specifically, a federal jury found Roger D. Anderson of Marietta guilty of one… [Read more]
WCRI Posts Writeup on “Recession, Fear of Job Loss, and Return to Work” Study
Boca Raton, FL – WCRI recently published a new blog write up in light of the economic disruptions being caused by the COVID-19 virus, which sheds light on how a typical recession affects the return to work of injured workers using a study WCRI released in 2010. The study Recession, Fear of Job Loss, and… [Read more]
United Heartland Expands Presence in Pennsylvania
New Berlin, WI – United Heartland recently announced that it is continuing its focus on offering workers’ compensation insurance in Pennsylvania with the addition of Brett Roth, senior business development specialist. The announcement reflects the continued commitment of United Heartland to expand its footprint throughout the U.S. and to deepen the relationship opportunities within the… [Read more]
AmTrust Announces Appointment of New Chief Financial Officer
New York, NY – AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. recently announced the appointment of Daniel Pacicco, effective March 18, 2020, to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, overseeing the finance and accounting functions of the Company. Mr. Pacicco will succeed Adam Karkowsky, who was promoted to AmTrust President as announced on December… [Read more]
CA Governor Newsom Appoints Guggenhime to State Fund Board of Directors
Pleasanton, CA – California Governor Gavin Newsom recently announced that he has appointed Richard Guggenhime to the State Fund Board of Directors. Mr. Guggenhime replaces Robin Baker, and his term runs until 2024. The Governor’s office released the following profile of Mr. Guggenhime: Richard Guggenhime, 79, of San Francisco, has been appointed to State Fund… [Read more]
Guest Post: Understanding Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
By Mark S. Williams, DC, MBA, DACBOH, Medical Director – Group Benefits, The Hartford Like most medical conditions, brain injuries present with a wide range of severity and related impairments. Unlike many of these other conditions, however, the ability to quantify and manage brain injuries is not well understood. This is particularly true with the… [Read more]