Alaska Workers’ Comp: Don’t Lose $50K to the 1-Year Subrogation Trap!
The AK Subrogation Trap Quick Takeaways * The Trap: Alaska has a "Two-Tiered" statute of limitations. If the employee doesn't sue the third party in 1 year, the claim is automatically assigned to you. * The Rule: Alaska Statute 23.30.015...
Continue ReadingThe Hidden Claim Driver: How Stress, Burnout, and Workplace Violence Are Expanding Workers’ Compensation Risk
Expanding Workers Compensation Risk: Key Insights for Workers' Comp Success Understanding expanding workers compensation risk is essential for anyone navigating workers’ compensation. Whether you are an employer managing premium costs or an insurance agent serving clients, mastering expanding workers compensation...
Continue ReadingAlabama Work Comp Trap: Are Old Injuries Costing You Big?
The Alabama Second Injury Fund: A 30-Year-Old Trap Quick Takeaways * The Concept: The Second Injury Trust Fund was originally intended to support employers who hire workers with pre-existing disabilities. * The Trap: The fund was effectively "frozen" in 1992....
Continue ReadingAlabama Workers’ Comp: Don’t Lose Out on Subrogation Rights!
The Alabama Subrogation Trap Quick Takeaways The Trap: Alabama allows you to recover medical expenses and wage payments, but only if your agent files the lien correctly under Statute 25-5-11. The Rule: You have a "Third-Party" right of recovery. If...
Continue ReadingIllinois Workers’ Comp: Are You Trapped By Employee Medical Choice?
The Illinois Medical Choice Trap: The Employee’s Selection Quick Takeaways The Trap: In Illinois, the employee has the right to choose their own doctor. If you don't proactively build a strong medical network before an injury, you are at the...
Continue ReadingLouisiana Workers’ Comp: Are You Trapped by Medical Choice?
The Louisiana Medical Choice Trap: The Employee’s First Physician Quick Takeaways The Trap: In Louisiana, the employee has the right to choose the first doctor. If you don't build a strong medical network before an injury occurs, you are at...
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