- Car-slapping police officer sentenced for faking injury
A Massachusetts police officer was slapped with a jail sentence after he falsely tried to claim workers comp benefits.
- Rule may require collateral for large-deductible comp policies
Collateral would be required for deductibles exceeding 20% of an employer’s net worth if they don’t meet certain criteria.
- OSHA silica rule may stand despite opposition
Opponents of OSHA’s silica rule want a federal appeals court to reject the regulation, but OSHA’s outgoing head expects it to stand.
- OSHA releases update to construction safety guidelines
The guidelines include seven core elements for a safety and health program in the construction sector.
- Workers comp treatment delays for San Bernardino victims under investigation
A California official says the “extraordinary” nature of the San Bernardino attack has led to delayed care for injured workers.
- Medical pot wave raises comp concerns
Workers compensation experts are calling for more research into medical marijuana after four more states approved its use for medicinal purposes, and one state is aiming to approve it as a treatment for opioid abuse.
- Trump administration may thwart OSHA rules
The election of Donald Trump will likely lead to changes in strategy at the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration that would be welcomed by many employers.
- 2016 <em>Business Insurance</em> Women to Watch
This year’s class showcases female leaders with the potential to take on even more significant leadership roles in the insurance industry.
- Obscure law could be ace in the hole for Trump
President-elect Donald Trump and the Republican Congress could turn to a little-used law to undo safety regulations pushed through by the Obama administration.