This upcoming webinar promises to explore how AI and emerging safety technologies can help employers prevent workplace injuries, reduce risk, and create safer work environments, potentially lowering workers' comp claims and improving outcomes. nsc-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
California employers, join us on June 16 during National Safety Month to learn more about what is required for mandatory workplace #naloxone access and how to implement programs confidently and responsibly.
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AI is increasingly shifting workers’ comp from process automation to decision support, augmenting adjusters with faster document summarization, earlier risk detection, and data-driven insights while keeping humans central to claims outcomes.
Though workers comp and auto remain profitable lines within the insurance industry, there a number of challenges to monitor, according to Enlyte’s 2026 Envision Trends Report, which explores the forces... carriermanagement.com/news/2…
AI is rapidly reshaping workers’ comp by shifting from automation to augmentation, helping adjusters analyze data faster, improve decisions, and focus on higher-value, human-centered claims work.
Workstation organization is a key workplace safety strategy. Well-designed, organized workspaces can reduce errors, minimize physical strain, improve productivity, and help prevent injuries by making safe work practices the easiest work practices.
Damian England, executive director of affiliate services at the National Council on Compensation Insurance, discusses the state of the workers’ comp industry.
Damian England, executive director of affiliate services at the National Council on Compensation Insurance, discusses the state of the workers comp industry.
Watch now: bit.ly/4g13Bvk
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Congressional committee blocks amendment to allow federal workers’ compensation coverage for medical marijuana, keeping cannabis excluded under federal law.
A congressional committee voted to block medical marijuana coverage under workers' comp for federal workers, maintaining restrictions despite ongoing shifts in cannabis policy.
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A Tennessee Supreme Court ruling found that a truck driver’s fatal heart attack was compensable under workers’ comp because an unusual traffic stop and the stressful, physically demanding task he was ordered to perform went beyond the normal duties of his job.
Each June for #NationalSafetyMonth, the National Safety Council (@NSCsafety) aims to raise awareness on how to prevent injuries and save lives in the workplace. Here are some best practices for #workplacesafety:
We've expanded our Medicare compliance services with Christi Allison, a Certified Medicare Secondary Payer Professional (CMSP) and Medicare compliance specialist. She helps identify & resolve Medicare compliance concerns, reduce exposure & support efficient settlements.
This session from Insurance 101 introduces the fundamentals of reinsurance, including what it is, why it is used, and how it supports carriers in managing risk exposure. #workerscomp
Insurance 101 is back with another webinar that breaks down the claims lifecycle. Perfect for professionals newer to the business of insurance or anyone interested in strengthening their fundamentals.
Reinsurance 101👉 bit.ly/4wYq0zG
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Heat doesn't just cause heat illness; it can increase the risk of workplace injuries by contributing to fatigue, reduced focus, and impaired decision-making. As temperatures rise, hydration, rest breaks, and heat safety planning are more important than ever. #WorkersComp
@WCRI’s study on the effects of excessive heat on heat-related illnesses versus heat-related accidents was mentioned in this article in @BusInsMagazine.
Read the article: buff.ly/egEBZQI
To download a copy of the study, visit: buff.ly/VAPWCyz#WorkersComp
Strong physician partnerships lead to faster recoveries, lower claim costs & better RTW outcomes. The best workers’ comp focus on communication & collaboration not just medical discounts. buff.ly/2ltD0Vh
Free PDF: buff.ly/xfU5em7#WorkersComp#RiskManagement
This report also found workers’ comp drug costs are rising again after years of decline, highlighting the growing impact of dispensing practices on claim expenses. #WorkersComp#RiskManagement#Insurance
California lawmakers are again moving to restrict cumulative trauma claims by pro athletes through SB 795, expanding a 2013 law and applying changes retroactively to unresolved claims.
More here 👉hubs.ly/Q04hS-P40#WorkersComp#California#SportsLaw#Insurance
Unlike broader health care indices, this report is a more relevant benchmark of medical inflation in workers’ compensation because it focuses on services typically provided to injured workers.
Inflation is driving faster growth in workers' compensation professional prices.
Learn more in @WCRI's newly released Medical Price Index for Workers' Compensation, 2026 Edition. Watch this short video for an overview: buff.ly/96uVNvI#WorkersComp#MedicalInflation
The National Safety Council has awarded $300,000 to the recipients of the 2026-2027 Research to Solutions (R2S) and MSD Solutions Pilot Grants to support projects focused on preventing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), the most common workplace injury.
Now in its fourth cycle, the National Safety Council grant program reflects the Council’s ongoing commitment to eliminating avoidable injuries and deaths. #safety#MSDs
Learn More! 👉ishn.com/articles/115356-nsc…
We were proud to participate in a Workers' Comp Discussion Panel, where ASA Law Group Owner and President, Shuaib Ahmed, shared valuable insights and industry knowledge alongside fellow panelists. It was a fantastic event!
#WorkersCompensation#LegalInsights#IndustryLeadership
Heat illness starts when temperatures climb. Begin early with hydration plans, rest breaks and heat awareness training. Educate your team now to prevent heat-related illnesses later: ow.ly/ZrKJ50Yvss6#HeatIllness#WorkersComp#FFVAMutual
While injuries during a normal commute are often excluded under the "going and coming" rule, carrying employer-required equipment can create exceptions that make a claim compensable. Understanding these gray areas can help employers respond appropriately when an incident occurs.
As more workplaces shift into hybrid schedules, courts are beginning to confront a new question: When employees carry work equipment between home and office, what happens if they get hurt in the process?
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Payments per claim in California’s workers’ comp system have risen steadily since 2021, according to a new study, which shows that for claims evaluated in 2025, total payments per claim increased by 6%.