In the past, we've discussed that insurance fraud costs worker's compensation programs $30 billion annually in the U.S. However, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners now puts that number even higher at $34 billion ($9 billion from premium fraud; $25...
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Who is not covered by a workers’ compensation policy?
State and federal laws require employees to be covered by a workers' compensation policy. The requirements will vary depending upon whether the hiring entity is a for-profit business, a non-profit operation or an independent contractor. For an in-depth breakdown of...
Bill to change temporary total disability claims bad for carriers and employers
Passed in June 2022 by the NYS Assembly and Senate, bill S00768 proposes to redefine temporary total disability. If this bill is signed by Governor Hochul, it could result in a substantial increase in payments to workers' compensation claimants, and as such, an...
Reasons why workers’ compensation claims are denied
Workers’ compensation is a no-fault system wherein injured employees receive medical treatment and lost-wage benefits while they are too injured or ill to work. While it covers a wide range of injuries or illnesses, compensation is not guaranteed. The self-insured...
Worker’s compensation fraud costs businesses $30 billion annually
Injuries happen on the job in every profession. It could be a construction worker falling from scaffolding, an office worker slipping in the office's break room, or a waitress injured in a fall in a dining room. Employees are legally entitled to these benefits;...
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