Check out our News about Dermatologicals Become the Costliest Drug Group in California Workers’ Compensation

Dermatologicals Become the Costliest Drug Group in California Workers’ Compensation

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January 13, 2025 – Dermatologicals Costliest Drug Group: Recent findings from the California Workers’ Compensation Institute (CWCI) reveal significant changes. These changes are in the drug prescription patterns for injured workers in California. Notably, anti-inflammatory medications remain the most frequently prescribed drugs, while dermatologicals have emerged as the most expensive drug group, driven by high-cost, […]

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Workers’ Compensation Claims in the Presence of Comorbidities

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December 19, 2024 – According to the CDC, 11.6% of Americans have diabetes mellitus, nearly half have hypertension, and 42% are obese. These and many other conditions often co-occur as comorbidities, complicating the health landscape of America’s workforce. The presence of comorbidities not only heightens the risk of workplace injuries but also delays recovery and

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State Certified Interpreters in California’s Workers’ Compensation

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Addressing Language Barriers with State Certified Interpreters December 19, 2024 – Non-English-speaking injured workers in California’s Workers’ Compensation system often face unnecessary challenges due to the lack of state certified interpreters during critical stages of their cases. These challenges, highlighted by Language Access for Injured Workers (LAIW), significantly impact the integrity of medical-legal evaluations and

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Attorneys in California’s Workers’ Compensation System

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Key Roles in California’s Workers’ Compensation System December 19, 2024 – Within California’s Workers’ Compensation system, two essential types of attorneys play significant roles: applicant attorneys and defense attorneys. These professionals represent opposing sides in workers’ compensation claims, each advocating for their clients’ interests. Applicant attorneys focus on securing benefits for injured workers, while defense

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A Guide to the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF)

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December 19, 2024 – The Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF), established in 1945 at the end of World War II, encourages employers to hire returning disabled veterans. At the time, employers worried they might bear full financial responsibility if a previously disabled veteran faced re-injury on the job. The SIBTF alleviated this concern by

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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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