March 2010

Articles

Michigan Workers’ Compensation case is a wake-up call for businesses

While Workers’ Comp is generally considered the exclusive remedy for employee injuries, this Michigan case is a wake up call for employers...

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Supervisors failing with employees

Motivation, loyalty and productivity are driven by supervisor feedback, yet two-thirds of employees say they have too little interaction with employers...

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What supervisors need to communicate about Workers’ Compensation

Often overlooked is the role that supervisors can play in educating employees about Workers’ Compensation...

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Q & A: Independent contractors

It can be a gray, fuzzy area, but federal and state governments facing record budget deficits are aggressively pursing companies that misclassify employees as independent contractors...

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Older workers lower indemnity costs

Many older workers are staying in the workforce longer as a result of the recession. This study is good news about the impact on Workers’ Compensation...

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California Employer Messes Up Pre-Hire Physicals and Pays the Price

Misunderstanding the laws governing pre-employment physicals is costly. There are three key points...

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Case Study

WC Advisors speak up on behalf of client, and speech pathologist group sees over $30,000 in returned premiums

Understanding job classifications is key to controlling premium costs...

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Things You should Know

NIOSH releases booklets aimed at construction, home health care workers
OSHA Publishes Illness-Injury Database
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) prohibits texting by drivers of commercial vehicles
Study Examines Workers' Comp Recipients and Back Surgery
Office of Disability and Employment Policy offers guidance on communication
Tools to promote safety and health in construction
OSHA letter of interpretation; stickers or paints on protective helmets
OSHA releases booklet on hex chrome

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