checkout our blog about Maybourne Beverly Hills Cited $4.4 Million for Worker Recall Law Violations

Maybourne Beverly Hills Cited $4.4 Million for Worker Recall Law Violations

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Sacramento—A Historic Fine for Worker Recall Law Breaches December 13, 2024 – The Maybourne Beverly Hills, a renowned luxury resort, faces a $4.4 million penalty from the California Labor Commissioner’s Office (LCO) for violating the state’s Worker Recall Law. This law requires hospitality employers to prioritize rehiring employees laid off during the COVID-19 pandemic. The […]

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Applicant Credibility in California Workers’ Compensation Cases

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December 13, 2024 – Applicant credibility plays a crucial role in both the success of a Workers’ Compensation claim and the Qualified Medical Evaluator’s (QME) ability to provide an accurate, well-supported medical opinion. A truthful and consistent narrative allows the QME to conduct a thorough and impartial evaluation, ensuring reliable conclusions. Industrial causation depends on

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Check out our blog about Understanding Ex Parte Communication in California Workers’ Compensation Cases

Understanding Ex Parte Communication in California Workers’ Compensation Cases

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December 11, 2024 – In California’s Workers’ Compensation system, rules governing communication between parties and medical evaluators, such as Qualified Medical Evaluators (QMEs) and Agreed Medical Evaluators (AMEs), are essential for ensuring fairness. Central to this framework is the prohibition of ex parte communication, a critical safeguard against bias or undue influence. What Is Ex

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Check out our blog about CA WCIRB Releases 2024 Geo Study with Interactive Map

CA WCIRB Releases 2024 Geo Study with Interactive Map

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December 6, 2024 – MedLegalNews.com CA The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California (WCIRB) has unveiled its 2024 Geo Study, providing key insights into regional disparities in claim characteristics throughout California. This study, complemented by an innovative web-based interactive map, enables users to easily explore vital data across various regions. Key Insights from the

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Check out our blog about Commission on Health and Safety and Workers’ Compensation (CHSWC) Meeting Insights

Commission on Health and Safety and Workers’ Compensation (CHSWC) Meeting Insights

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December 5, 2024 – The CHSWC meeting, originally set for March 22, 2024, has been postponed. The meeting will now take place on May 15, 2024, at 10 a.m. in the Elihu Harris State Building Auditorium. The meeting agenda includes the Draft 2023 CHSWC Annual Report and the Draft 2023 WOSHTEP Annual Report. These reports

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The Importance of QME Availability in California Workers’ Compensation Cases

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December 5, 2024 – In California’s Workers’ Compensation system, your availability as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) goes beyond managing your schedule. It is a mandatory requirement set by the Division of Workers’ Compensation. The system allows only 90 days to evaluate an injured worker from the request date, and you must schedule the evaluation

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Taking a Complete History of Injury: A Key Component of QME Evaluations

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Provided by MedLegalNews.com For more insights and expert analysis on medical-legal issues, visit MedLegalNews.com. December 5, 2024 – A comprehensive history from an injured worker is a critical part of Qualified Medical Evaluations (QME Evaluations). This information lays the groundwork for diagnosing the injury, understanding its cause, and determining the appropriate level of care in

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Check out our blog about DWC Announces Transition to CourtCall Video Platform for Hearings

DWC Announces Transition to CourtCall Video Platform for Hearings

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December 4, 2024 – The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has unveiled a significant technological upgrade, transitioning from traditional telephone conference lines to the CourtCall video platform. Beginning March 1, 2025, status conferences, mandatory settlement conferences (MSCs), priority conferences, and lien conferences will shift to this advanced platform. Enhanced Functionality with CourtCall Video Platform To

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Check out our blog about DWC Proposes Updates to Supplemental Job Displacement Benefits and RTW Rules, Invites Public Comment

DWC Proposes Updates to Supplemental Job Displacement Benefits and RTW Rules, Invites Public Comment

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December 4, 2024 – DWC Proposes Updates to Supplemental Job Displacement Benefits Rules The DWC proposed updates to SJDB rules, open for public review online, with feedback due by December 16, 2022. Enhancing Transparency in Supplemental Job Displacement Benefits The updates focus on improving transparency, oversight, and efficiency in the SJDB program to better assist

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Check out our blog about DIR Announces 2025 California Workers Compensation User Funding Assessment Rates

DIR Announces 2025 California Workers Compensation User Funding Assessment Rates

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Oakland, CA – The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) has issued the 2025 assessments that workers’ compensation insurers must collect from policyholders. These funds will cover the budget for the state Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) and five related programs established by state lawmakers. Insurers must apply the following rates to their policyholders’ estimated

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