A common (and frustrating) obstacle in workers’ compensation management is this scenario: An …
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The Hidden Cost of Letting Injured Employees Stay Home
Imagine this: One injured employee stays out of work for 35 extra days. Seems manageable, …
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How to Create a Transitional Duty Job Bank
One of the most overlooked yet powerful tools in any return-to-work (RTW) program is the …
Chronic Pain Programs: A Smarter Approach for Aging Workforces
As the workforce ages, employers face a growing challenge in managing the impact of chronic pain on …
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Behind the Scenes of Medical Bill Review: How to Catch Overcharges and Coding Errors
If you've ever felt like medical bills are written in a foreign language, you're not alone. In …
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Injury Triage: The $100 Decision That Can Save Thousands
In workers’ compensation, some of the most expensive decisions happen in the first few minutes …
Injury Triage: The $100 Decision That Can Save ThousandsRead More
The Big Impact of Payroll & Class Codes on Your Experience Mod
When it comes to workers’ compensation costs, many employers focus on claims management, safety …
The Big Impact of Payroll & Class Codes on Your Experience ModRead More
Frequency vs. Severity: Which Hits Your Work Comp Mod Harder?
When it comes to workers’ compensation costs, few topics spark more debate—and confusion—than the …
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Why Reporting Small Claims Pays Off in ERA States
When it comes to workers’ compensation, small claims might seem harmless. Many employers …
Why New Hires Get Hurt—and How to Stop It
Imagine this scenario: you’ve finally hired someone to fill a critical role. You breathe a sigh of …
Job Descriptions: The Secret Weapon for Safer Hiring and Lower Workers’ Comp Costs
If you ask most employers for a copy of a job description, they’ll likely rummage through dusty HR …
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Resume Lies, Fake References, and Hidden Risks: How to Spot Red Flags Before You Hire
In today’s fast-paced hiring environment, employers are under tremendous pressure to fill roles …
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How to Stop Duplicating Efforts: Coordinating OSHA and Workers’ Comp Data
If there’s one thing safety and risk professionals agree on, it’s this: Nobody has time to …
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From Data to Prevention: How Injury Tracking Can Reduce Future Claims
If there’s one universal truth in workers’ compensation, it’s this: The best claim is the one that …
From Data to Prevention: How Injury Tracking Can Reduce Future ClaimsRead More
Breaking Down Silos: Creating an Integrated Team for Injury Management
Imagine this: One employee, Joe Smith, slips and injures his back on the job. Suddenly, multiple …
Breaking Down Silos: Creating an Integrated Team for Injury ManagementRead More
Your Weekly Roundtable Might Be Your Best Litigation Tool
When people think about avoiding workers’ compensation litigation, their minds often go to legal …
Your Weekly Roundtable Might Be Your Best Litigation ToolRead More
The Get-Well Card Strategy: A Simple Step to Reduce Litigation
Sometimes, the smallest gestures make the biggest difference—especially in workers’ compensation. …
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Litigation Prep: The Power of Statements, Surveillance & Social Media
When it comes to workers’ compensation litigation, preparation isn’t just a step—it’s the strategy. …
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Working With Unions on Return-to-Work: 8 Steps for Gaining Support and Avoiding Conflict
Return-to-work (RTW) programs are one of the most effective strategies for reducing workers’ …
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Why Return-to-Work Ratios Are the Most Overlooked Metric in Workers’ Comp
When it comes to managing workers’ compensation claims, many employers focus on lagging …
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