West Virginia’s new intermediate appellate court fundamentally changes workers’ comp practice
The West Virginia Appellate Reorganization Act of 2021 creates an intermediate court of appeals for the state, eliminates the Workers’ Compensation Office of Judges, and establishes a review board as the initial reviewing body for objections to decisions made by insurers regarding workers’ comp claims. This new legislation impacts workers’ compensation in several ways, write two attorneys with Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC. JD Supra
Ohio: Exams catch dangerous issues early in Akron firefighters
About 180 Akron firemen took comprehensive, pre-emptive physical examinations over the last two years, four of which found potentially life-ending problems in the patients early enough to treat them. The exams could be a game-changer for the profession, according to an advocate. Akron Beacon Journal
Michigan Workers Compensation Disability Agency returns mask requirement during hearings
The Michigan Workers Disability Compensation Agency is adopting new mask requirements in all employees and visitors indoors, effective Monday, August 9. Face coverings are required for everyone regardless of vaccination status. Fox 17
National Safe + Sound Week runs through Friday
Fed-OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week, August 9-15, is a nationwide event that recognizes the successes of workplace safety and health programs and offers information and ideas on bolstering workplace safety. Facility Executive