Veto of Senate Bill 1299: A Setback for Farmworker Protections in California’s Workers’ Compensation System

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January 4, 2025 – Farmworker Protections: Governor Gavin Newsom recently vetoed Senate Bill 1299 at the end of September, sparking widespread concern, particularly among advocates for stronger protections for farmworkers against the escalating dangers of extreme heat. Democratic Senator Dave Cortese authored the bill. It was supported by the California Applicants’ Attorneys Association (CAAA) to […]

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Check out our blog about DWC Posts Reminder for Submission of Annual Report of Inventory for Claims Reported During Calendar Year 2024

DWC Posts Reminder for Submission of Annual Report of Inventory for Claims Reported During Calendar Year 2024

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January 3, 2025 – Claims administrators must ensure timely submission of the Annual Report of Inventory (ARI) in early 2025, covering claims reported during the calendar year 2024. This reminder emphasizes the importance of adhering to regulations to avoid penalties and ensure compliance. Regulatory Requirements for Annual Report Submission Under Title 8, Section 10104 of

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Check out our blog about Southern California Medical Clinics Settle $10M Fraud Allegations Involving Kickbacks and Self-Referrals

Southern California Medical Clinics Settle $10M Fraud Allegations Involving Kickbacks and Self-Referrals

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Clinics and Laboratories in Southern California Settle Allegations of Fraud December 29, 2024 – WASHINGTON – Southern California healthcare providers, including Dr. Mohammad Rasekhi, Sheila Busheri, Southern California Medical Center (SCMC), and Universal Diagnostic Laboratories (UDL), have agreed to pay $10 million to resolve serious allegations. The claims involved submitting false Medicare and Medi-Cal bills

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Check out our blog about Southern California Clinics and Owners Settle $15 Million Fraud Allegations

Southern California Clinics and Owners Settle $15 Million Fraud Allegations

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Allegations of Fraud and Illegal Kickbacks December 28, 2024 – A former Van Nuys physician, a medical center he founded, a laboratory he co-owned, and an executive at these entities have agreed to pay $15 million to resolve allegations of submitting false claims to Medicare and Medi-Cal. The claims stem from illegal kickbacks and self-referrals,

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Check our blog about DWC Alerts Employers and Health Care Professionals to Monitor Work-Related Bird Flu Cases in California

DWC Alerts Employers and Health Care Professionals to Monitor Work-Related Bird Flu Cases in California

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Overview of Bird Flu Cases in the Workplace December 27, 2024 – The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) is urging California’s workers’ compensation community to remain vigilant for occupational cases of bird flu. Recent cases have been detected among dairy farmworkers in California, while similar outbreaks have been reported in commercial poultry workers across other

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California Health Care Legislative Update: Winter 2024

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December 27, 2024 – California Health Care Legislative Update: Governor Gavin Newsom signed more than 1,300 bills and vetoed nearly 190 during 2024. As in prior years, California’s legislative actions have introduced significant changes to the health care sector. These reforms—ranging from regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) to health plans and providers—demand proactive efforts to

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Check out our blog about CA Standards Board Votes to Adopt Permanent Standard on Silica Hazards

CA Standards Board Votes to Adopt Permanent Standard on Silica Hazards

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December 20, 2024 – The California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board has unanimously voted to adopt a permanent standard on silica hazards, prioritizing worker safety in industries prone to silica exposure, particularly those working with artificial stone. Protecting Workers from Silica Hazards This decision underscores the urgent need to safeguard workers who fabricate countertops

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Check out our post about CA Commissioner Lara Announces Reappointments to CIGA Board of Governors

CA Commissioner Lara Announces Reappointments to CIGA Board of Governors

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December 20, 2024 – Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has reappointed several key members to the California Insurance Guarantee Association (CIGA) Board of Governors, further emphasizing the California Department of Insurance’s commitment to protecting consumers. Key Reappointments to Strengthen CIGA Leadership To enhance leadership, Commissioner Lara announced the reappointments of Richard de la Mora, Jennifer Schnittjer,

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Checkout our blog about Cal/OSHA Cites Harbor Animal Services Center $563,250 for Willful Violations After Worker Mauled

Cal/OSHA Cites Harbor Animal Services Center $563,250 for Willful Violations After Worker Mauled

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December 17, 2024 —The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) has imposed $563,250 in penalties on Harbor Animal Services Center in San Pedro, California. This significant citation stems from the employer’s failure to address overcrowding at the shelter, which directly led to multiple employee injuries, including a severe mauling incident on May 31,

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Check out our blog about CA Vocational CEO Appears in Court on 23 Charges of Insurance Fraud

CA Vocational CEO Appears in Court on 23 Charges of Insurance Fraud

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December 16, 2024 — In a developing case of insurance fraud, authorities brought Hazel Ortega, CEO of one of California’s largest vocational return-to-work counseling centers, to court to face 23 felony charges. The charges include insurance fraud, theft, and forgery, stemming from allegations that she defrauded at least four insurance companies. Allegations in Vocational CEO

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