Using a Less Antagonistic, More Compassionate Approach to Workers Comp Cost Reduction

With mounting financial problems, employers might find a compassionate and involved approach in their workers' comp programs helpful. There are many reasons a non-confrontational, more  compassionate program works well. Here are a few of the benefits: 1. It's inexpensive. 2. It addresses a need. 3. It truly helps people in need. 4. It avoids the dehumanized handling of the workers comp boards. 5. It keeps the employer involved. 6. It reduces stress in the spouse. 7. It keeps the employer informed of all the stress-producing problems before they become irreversible. 8. It is a live-fire training exercise for the HR department and gives them a positive mission: defend and protect the worker. 9. It creates a fortress environment for the group. They are protecting each other. This is a few reasons why a less confrontational, more helpful approach is worth considering. Attorney Theodore Ronca is a practicing lawyer from Aquebogue, NY. He is a frequent writer and speaker, and has represented employers in the areas of workers' compensation, Social Security disability, employee disability plans and subrogation for over 30 years. Attorney Ronca can be reached at 631-722-2100. WC Cost Calculator www.ReduceYourWorkersComp.com/calculator.php REAL COST of work comp. WC 101 www.ReduceYourWorkersComp.com/workers_comp.php for the basics about workers comp. Do not use this information without independent verification. All state laws are different. Consult with your corporate legal counsel before implementing any cost containment programs. ©2008 Amaxx Risk Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved under International Copyright Law. If you would like permission to reprint this material, contact Info@WorkersCompKit.com