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Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) -- In the world of workers' compensation claims organizations, success often stems from the ability of individuals to think beyond the immediate and apply systems thinking to their work. Systems thinking pushes forward the idea that claims adjudication is more about decision-making skills than the old-school mentality of paper pushing. Claims adjudication

Phoenix, AZ (WorkersCompensation.com) - When considering the health and vitality of the U.S. healthcare system, few aspects command as much importance as the fluctuating dynamics of medical inflation. This economic force exerts a considerable influence over medical services' cost, leaving providers and patients riding the waves of its unpredictable flow. Recent years have seen this

Phoenix, AZ - Earlier this year, the Workers' Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) hosted a seminal conference that provided a platform for an enlightening discussion on an increasingly intricate issue: the intersection of climate change and workers' compensation. Jill Leonard spearheaded the conversation from the Louisiana Workers' Compensation Corporation and Jeff Rush from the California Joint

Des Moines, IA - On June 23, 2023, industry professionals gathered at the 61st Annual Iowa Workers' Compensation Symposium to delve into the critical responsibilities of case managers in workers' compensation cases. The event, held in Des Moines, Iowa, featured expert speakers Lea Wagner, Vice President of Case Management at Paradigm, and Sonya Wadsworth, Senior

In the dynamic landscape of the workers' compensation industry, the focus is shifting towards building people-centric cultures that prioritize the well-being of employees and injured workers. This transformative approach, something many of us have been championing for more than a decade, emphasizes intentional connections, employee support, effective communication, and burnout prevention. By adopting these strategies,

Understanding the Implications and Balancing Employer Concerns Des Moines, IA (WorkersCompensation.com) -- In the second part of the session titled "High Society: Cannabis in the Workplace" at the 61st Annual Workers' Compensation Symposium, Terri Davis, an Attorney and Senior Vice President from Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, shed light on why employers should care about the increasing

Des Moines, Iowa - The 61st Annual Workers' Compensation Symposium in Iowa delved into the evolving landscape of cannabis in the workplace during a session titled "High Society: Cannabis in the Workplace." The symposium on June 22, 2023, featured prominent speakers Dr. Chris Iverson from the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and Terri Davis

Des Moines, IA (WorkersCompensation.com) - In a thought-provoking session at the 61st Annual Iowa Workers' Compensation Symposium, Abbie Steuhm, a distinguished Bill Riley Scholarship recipient, shed light on the far-reaching consequences of the 2017 changes to Iowa's Workers' Compensation Law. Her presentation, titled "Cracking the Cold Shoulder Case: A 5-Year Review of the 2017 Changes

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) -- In a highly anticipated webinar titled "Humankind: Building People-Centric Cultures," hosted by Southwest Airlines, a panel of esteemed leaders shared their valuable insights on the crucial aspects of developing work cultures centered around the well-being and happiness of employees. The discussion revolved around emotional intelligence, kindness, and empathy and their instrumental

Mental Injury Claims, Jurisdictional Issues, and Disputes Involving the Second Injury Fund and Indemnity Des Moines, IA (WorkersCompensation.com) -- The 61st Annual Iowa Workers' Compensation Symposium continued its enlightening sessions, focusing on the agency case law update. During this session, legal experts Jordan Gehlhaar from Peddicord Wharton and Bryant Engbers from Spaulding & Shaull provided