NEW RELEASE! The Claims Examiner Toolkit

WorkCompTV.Com is proud to announce the release of our latest tool for effective claims management, "The Claims Examiner Toolkit.

The Claims Examiner Toolkit is a single-source, CD-based claims management tool that contains all of the:

-Forms
-Checklists
-Publications
-Tips
-Techniques

For managing a Workers' Compensation claim in the California Workers' Comp environment.

You may purchase the Claims Examiner Toolkit at the WorkCompTV.Com website for $39.99 per CD.

Injury AOE/COE and Medical Disputes

Two of the most common issues on litigated claims have to do with injury AOE/COE and disputes over the provision of medical treatment. This video excerpt gives you valuable advise on how to address these issues with legal counsel. Please go to the WorkCompTV.Com website to publish the complete video series.

Jeff

Initial Legal Referral

As simple as it seems, the most basic decision on litigated claims is making the initial decision to refer the claim to an attorney. This brief excerpt deals with that issue. To view the whole DVD, you can go to the workcomptv.com website to purchase.

Have A Life

I realize that any bozo with web access can spout off on any topic as long as there is someone to read it. On second thought, you don't need anyone to read it, although it helps. In the coming weeks and months, I plan on spouting off on all things relating to Workers' Comp. Oohh Boy! That's an exciting topic. Why the banana split? Why not!

Excerpts From Volume 2 DVD - Litigation Management

The Man behind the Man

I'm not sure why I feel the need to show my face, but...I feel the need!
This may be the result of some deep seeded need or desire to be the center of attention, but really, I just hope it helps me sell the video.

State of The Industry

As we creep past the 3 year anniversary of the passage of SB899, it is time to reflect on what has been gained, lost and is yet to come.

GAINS: Across the board, employers, especially self-insured employers have seen substantial reductions in the cost of Workers' Compensation. Cost are down anywhere from 10 to 20% across the board. In addition the number and frequency of claims reported are down significantly. There is a general sense in the industry that a corner has been turned and the employer has the upper hand.


LOSSES: Although there are fewer claims, severity seems to have increased over the past 3 years. Applicant attorneys are squeezing every drop of PD and medical treatment out of the claims that do exist. The issues of apportionment and the appropriate PD schedule to use are being hotly contested.

THE FUTURE: Where do we go from here? There are a variety of legislative and court challenges pending that may adversely affect the positive gains that employers have seen recently.

Stay tuned for more info in the coming days.

Jeff

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