April 15, 2025 | MedLegalNews.com – WCIRB Proposes 11.2% Hike in advisory pure premium rates, citing rising claims costs and changing industry dynamics. The California Department of Insurance (CDI) will review the recommendation in an upcoming public hearing. What Is Changing and Why It Matters The pure premium rate serves as a benchmark for insurers, […]
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April 15, 2025 | MedLegalNews.com – CA Court Reinstates: In a pivotal decision, a California appellate court has reinstated an injured worker’s civil lawsuit against both his employer and a co-worker, challenging long-held assumptions about workers’ compensation exclusivity. Background: Injury on the Job The case involved a laborer, employed by a private contractor, who was
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April 15, 2025 | MedLegalNews.comAge and Disability Bias Suit: In a key ruling for California workers, the Fourth District Court of Appeal has allowed Hermenegildo Gonzalez, a former employee of Blue Banner Co. Inc. (BB), to proceed with his claims of age discrimination, disability discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination. Longtime Employee Claims Pattern of Retaliation
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California Court Rules Against Personal Injury Lawsuit, Upholds Workers’ Comp Exclusivity April 15, 2025 | MedLegalNews – Contract Term Limits Comp: In a recent ruling, a California appeals court determined that a skylight installer injured on the job cannot pursue a personal injury lawsuit against the general contractor. Instead, the installer must rely solely on
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April 14, 2025 | MedLegalNews.com – Labor Org Owners Sentenced: Two owners of a California-based labor organization will serve time in federal prison after pleading guilty to a widespread fraud scheme that siphoned more than $500,000 from union coffers. The sentences mark another federal crackdown on white-collar corruption within labor institutions. Defendants Diverted Union Funds
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April 14, 2025 | MedLegalNews.com – High Court Denies: In a pivotal ruling for public employees, the California Supreme Court rejected a city’s attempt to recover $106,000 in overpaid wages from a firefighter. The decision underscores the state’s commitment to protecting workers who unknowingly receive erroneous payments. Firefighter Acted in Good Faith The case involved
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April 11, 2025 – MedLegalNews – SACRAMENTO, CA — Prior Authorization Delays: A group of California lawmakers, backed by the California Medical Association (CMA) and physicians statewide, has introduced a legislative package to overhaul the state’s prior authorization process. The goal: to reduce delays and improve access to timely, medically necessary care. “When people have
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April 09, 2025 – MedLegalNews – San Francisco, CA – Injured Worker’s Retaliation Lawsuit: A California appellate court has ruled that an injured worker can continue pursuing claims of discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination. The decision affirms the legal protections available to workers who file for workers’ compensation. Injury, Claim, and Termination The employee suffered
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April 08, 2025 – SIBTF Pushes CA Employers: California employers are facing an unprecedented $2 billion in assessments to fund the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) in 2025. This sharp increase is driven by a surge in claims and rising costs, putting a significant strain on the workers’ compensation system. Key Factors Driving the
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April 08, 2025 – MedLegalNews – Sacramento, CA – DIR Releases 2024 IMR Report: The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and its Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) have released the 2024 Annual Report on the state’s Independent Medical Review (IMR) program. Now in its twelfth year, the IMR process continues to serve as California’s
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