News and Articles—Workers’ Compensation
Managing Workers’ Compensation Claims
November 15, 2023
Claims management in workers’ compensation programs is a critical component of a comprehensive workplace health and safety strategy. It involves the timely and effective handling of injury claims, ensuring that employees receive… more ▶
Workers’ Compensation Considerations
May 15, 2023
In today’s dynamic business landscape, the welfare of employees remains a paramount concern for organizations. Workers’ compensation plays a critical role in safeguarding the physical, emotional, and financial… more ▶
Four Steps to Handling Worker’s Compensation Claims
May 1, 2022
The National Safety Council reported that a single worker’s compensation claim could cost as much as $42,000 on average. This figure represents just how expensive injuries are to employers and employees alike. No company wants to pay… more ▶
Is Workers’ Comp Profitability Shifting?
June 9, 2021
The workers’ compensation insurance sector has faced significant challenges over the past two years. The coronavirus pandemic, coupled with economic uncertainty, has influenced the growth and development of the sector. While claims frequency has… more ▶
Workers’ Comp Myths: Fact vs. Fiction
May 4, 2021
Required by most states, workers’ compensation insurance serves to provide financial support for employees injured on the job. Workers’ comp is a valuable benefit for both employees and employers, yet many myths and confusion surround the insurance… more ▶
Workers’ Comp Regulatory and Legislative Considerations for 2021
March 23, 2021
Workers’ compensation insurance is an important benefit for the American workforce. Required by most states and for most business types, workers’ comp provides financial compensation for injuries and illnesses occurring on the job. As with any employee benefits… more ▶
How Has COVID Reshaped Workers’ Compensation?
February 23, 2021
The coronavirus pandemic of 2020 continues to create outsized impacts on the business world. Companies of every size and type have been affected, and millions of people have lost their jobs. Still, the economy has kept going, with companies balancing… more ▶
Workers’ Compensation Market Predictions 2021
January 26, 2021
Last winter, the world was plunged into a period of deep uncertainty, unpredictability, and instability as the novel coronavirus spread rapidly across the globe. By spring, widespread lockdowns forced businesses to modify operations or… more ▶
Important Workers’ Compensation Coverage Considerations for 2020
January 21, 2020
Workers’ compensation insurance and other forms of occupational insurance are part of the business landscape for thousands of employers. Typically required by state regulations, these valuable insurance options provide protection for both… more ▶
How Sleep Impacts Workers’ Compensation Claims
January 14, 2020
It’s no surprise that America’s workforce is fatigued. Long hours on the job and the demands of family life have created situations where workers have become overtired. Tired workers are more likely to make mistakes on the job, and these mistakes… more ▶
Workers’ Compensation and Long-Term Occupational Illnesses and Injuries
January 7, 2020
Workers’ compensation and other forms of occupational insurance provide financial support for employees injured in the course and scope of their duties. Nearly every state requires employers to carry some form of this valuable insurance, which is designed to cover… more ▶
Winter Forecast: Workers’ Compensation Claims Likely to Rise
November 12, 2019
The winter months are notorious for presenting extra challenges to business owners. Cold weather brings seasonal risks to employees of any organization, and occupational insurance claims typically rise as a result. While workplace injuries… more ▶
Occupational Accidents, Injuries, and Illnesses That Are Not Covered by Workers’ Compensation Insurance
October 15, 2019
Businesses around the world have a duty to their employees to provide safe workplaces free of the hazards that can result in injury. Workplace injuries… more ▶
The Warning Signs of Fraudulent Workers’ Compensation Claims
June 4, 2019
If an employee is injured in the workplace, workers’ compensation insurance is often the means by which the injured worker can cover the costs associated with lost wages and medical expenses. Workers’ compensation is required by most states, and employers… more ▶
Breaking Down the Differences Between Occupational Accident Insurance and Workers’ Compensation
May 10, 2018
Companies around the world strive to create safe, productive workplaces for their employees. Despite these initiatives, workplace injuries result in billions of dollars… more ▶
Frequently Asked Questions in the Workers’ Compensation Claims Process
May 8, 2018
Workers’ compensation insurance is designed to provide financial benefits to workers who may become injured on the job. These benefits include payment for lost income, such as when an employee cannot do his or her work and/or when the employee is… more ▶
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