California’s average weekly wage increased, so workers’ comp benefits paid by employers are also increasing. How big is the increase, and when will it take effect? Find out right here right now.

A new analysis of the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund program shows that California employers owe billions to injured workers who have pre-existing disabilities. How many billions of dollars have regulators added to California’s beleaguered employers costs?

 

The September 1, 2024, workers’ comp rate decision is in, and employers dodged another Bureau attempt to hike rates. How much were the rates cut? Find out by clicking here…

California employers and the workers' comp community dodged several bullets this legislative session. What was in the bills that Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed? Find out if the Governor was the adult in the room. Click here.

Why is the Ninth Circuit questioning the amount of restitution a convicted workers' comp fraudster owes as part of his sentence? What was the nature of the fraudulent scheme?

Tens of thousands of risks had to be reclassified under the new class codes for restaurants and taverns. Class 9079 was divided among six new classes. Where did the bulk of the risks fall?

What are the terms of a settlement agreement the California Department of Insurance struck with a convicted felon who sold an illegal MEWA workers' comp program? How much money is at stake?

New laws impacting the workers' comp system are taking effect on January 1st. What do the bills signed into law mean for employers? What should brokers know?

Did an agency's offer of a medical demotion to a permanently disabled prison guard violate California's anti-discrimination statute? What does the worker have to show to prove their case?

Why are commissioners on the Commission on Health, Safety, and Workers' Compensation push-ing for more frequent meetings? What changes are being made to make it a reality?

What does an injured worker have to show that a general contractor on a project was liable for their injury? How can the Privette doctrine be overcome? Get the story here.

Employer and carrier representatives are asking Gov. Newsom to veto two controversial workers' comp bills. What are the workers' comp bills on the Governor's desk?

How did a Workers' Compensation Appeals Board decision set the stage for the rampant increase in 100% permanent and total disability cases at the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund? What is the cost for California's employers?

When is premium owed on payments to subcontractors? How is a company trying to get a charge reversed?