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Tenn. Legislators Introduce Workers Comp Option Bill
A bill that would give companies in Tennessee a free market alternative to state-mandated workers compensation insurance was introduced yesterday by Sen. Mark Green (R-Clarksville), a physician and...
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Top 10 Benefits of Return to Work Programs
According to the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, 4.1 million U.S. employees experience work-related injuries or illnesses each year and 1.12 million of those employees lose work days as...
View ArticleNew in Workers Comp: “Lifestyle Risk” and the Dangers of Telecommuting
NEW ORLEANS—While controlling workers compensation costs often focuses on mitigating the risk of slip-and-falls or ensuring employees have proper safety gear, some notable exposures exist in employees’...
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Workers Comp Lessons from Major League Baseball
NEW ORLEANS—Bringing workers compensation under central control and greater oversight has drastically changed the cost and efficacy of one of Major League Baseball’s biggest expenditures. Here at the...
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Positive Workforce Drug Tests Reach 10-Year High
An analysis of 11 million workforce drug tests reveals a 10-year high in positive test results, with an increase of 4%, according to the Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index (DTI). Post-accident...
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OSHA Releases Updated Workplace Safety and Health Voluntary Practices
To help medium and smaller-size businesses initiate effective safety and health programs, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration today released Recommended Practices for Safety and Health...
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Workplace Safety Tips for the Total Solar Eclipse
On August 21st, a total solar eclipse will be visible from North America for the first time in nearly 40 years. Many employers across the country will host viewing parties or may allow employees to...
View Article5 Best Practices for Effective Claims Reviews
With the cost of insurance for businesses rising across many types of coverage, staying on top of trends in the claims portfolio is more important than ever. Spotting problem areas and opportunities...
View ArticleHow to Strengthen Your Safety Program and Cut Workers Compensation Costs
Controlling business costs is top-of-mind for organizations of all sizes and can take many forms, from moving the business to a less expensive building in a more economical part of town to cutting...
View ArticleIdentifying and Preventing Provider Fraud in Workers Comp Cases
Claimant fraud and premium fraud are two of the most well-known types of workers compensation fraud. In these cases, a worker may intentionally fake an injury (claimant fraud) or a business owner may...
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