CA Court Reinstates Injured Worker’s Civil Suit Against Employer

CA Court Reinstates Injured Worker’s Civil Suit Against Employer

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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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Contract Term Limits Comp as Sole Remedy for Injured Skylight Installer

Contract Term Limits Comp as Sole Remedy for Injured Skylight Installer

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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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DWC Reminder: RTWSP Application Requirements Clarified

DWC Reminder: RTWSP Application Requirements Clarified

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DWC Reminder: Injured workers must follow strict criteria to avoid delays or denialsApril 15, 2025 | MedLegalNews.com The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has issued a fresh reminder about the Return-to-Work Supplement Program (RTWSP) application requirements. This notice comes as part of ongoing efforts to ensure injured workers receive timely and accurate benefits. Application

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Labor Org Owners Sentenced to Prison for Fraud Scheme

Labor Org Owners Sentenced to Prison for Fraud Scheme

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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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High Court Denies City's Bid to Reclaim $106K from Firefighter

High Court Denies City’s Bid to Reclaim $106K from Firefighter

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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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CMA’s HIT Summit and AI Regulation Discussed on CIO Podcast

CMA’s HIT Summit and AI Regulation Discussed on CIO Podcast

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April 11, 2025 – MedLegalNews – SAN DIEGO, CA — CMA’s HIT Summit: As California emerges as a leader in regulating artificial intelligence (AI) in health care, the California Medical Association (CMA) is once again leading the national conversation. CMA Vice President of Health Information Technology, David Ford, recently appeared on the Healthcare IT Today

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Prior Authorization Delays: New Legislation Aims to Improve Patient Care

Prior Authorization Delays: Aims to Improve Patient Care

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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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Reform of SIBTF May Be on the Horizon—but Not Until After 2025

Reform of SIBTF May Be on the Horizon—but Not Until After 2025

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April 09, 2025 – MedLegalNews – SACRAMENTO, CA – Speakers at the California Workers’ Compensation Institute (CWCI) annual conference discussed the growing pressure on the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) and the likely delays in reform. While SIBTF reform is under consideration, experts suggest that significant legislative changes may not occur until after 2025.

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Injured Worker’s Retaliation Lawsuit Cleared to Proceed

Injured Worker’s Retaliation Lawsuit Cleared to Proceed

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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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SIBTF Pushes CA Employers’ Assessments Over $2 Billion in 2025

SIBTF Pushes CA Employers’ Assessments Over $2 Billion in 2025

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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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