ir Court Finds Worker Has No Impairment Despite 43 Years of Coal Dust Exposure By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0700 West Virginia’s Intermediate Court of Appeals upheld a determination that a worker had a 0% impairment despite his many years of occupational exposure to coal dust. Case: Jarrell v. Blackhawk Mining… Full Article
ir Court Overturns PPD Award, Finds No Valid Impairment Rating By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0700 West Virginia’s Intermediate Court of Appeals overturned an award of permanent partial disability benefits to an injured mine worker, finding that neither doctor who provided impairment ratings had performed valid… Full Article
ir Labor Department Hiring Attorney By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry is hiring an attorney to represent the Special Compensation Fund in workers’ compensation proceedings. The attorney will also provide legal advice to department staff… Full Article
ir DWC Webinar to Cover Presiding Officer Directives By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 17 May 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation is hosting a webinar on May 22 to discuss presiding officer directives. The division said the program will focus on the origin of presiding officer… Full Article
ir Advanced Impairment Report Design By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Mar 2015 14:47:44 -0800 This course is essential for any professional in workers’ compensation who creates, reviews or processes PR-4 Reports or QME/AME Reports. In this informative webinar, the attendee will learn how to… Full Article
ir Methods for Obtaining Highly Accurate Impairment Rating Results By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Jul 2015 15:12:12 -0700 Master an understanding of CA Work Comp impairment rating. Join Dr. John Alchemy, MD, QME, CIME, founder and CEO of RateFast (www.Rate-Fast.com) and Impairment Rating Specialists (www.pr4report.com), for an exclusive… Full Article
ir Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 12: Hiring and Firing By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Mar 2017 15:09:46 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
ir Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 21: The Birthday Show By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 25 May 2017 09:09:56 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
ir Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 72: The Birthday Show By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 25 May 2018 08:34:49 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
ir Work Comp Matters - SPECIAL: Retirement with Don Tobin By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Jul 2018 11:20:44 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
ir AMA Guides 5th Edition - Impairment Assessment Certification By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Sep 2017 10:02:08 -0700 If you work with impairment assessments, you must understand the correct use of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment. This is the solution to help you master… Full Article
ir Work Comp Matters - Episode 99: Bird Box By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Jan 2019 17:11:33 -0800 This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mike & Robert discuss Donald Trump, Gavin Newsom, the LA School Board Strike, Strippers in the Bay Area and much more. An… Full Article
ir AMA Guides Impairment Ratings: Detecting and Managing Bad Evaluations By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Apr 2019 08:42:39 -0700 This program will enhance each student's ability to identify poor quality evaluations and erroneous ratings. Dr. Chris Brigham will provide an insider's perspective and practical guidance. Full Article
ir WCIRB C&R Committee Meeting Nov. 12 By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California Classification and Rating Committee is meeting Nov. 12. Committee members will review a draft report investigating the idea of a universal payroll limitation. The… Full Article
ir WCIRB Webinar to Cover Geographic Differences in Claims By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0800 The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau will present the findings from its latest study on the variation of claim characteristics in different parts of California during a Dec. 4 webinar. Since… Full Article
ir WCC Chair Elected to IWCF By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0800 The Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission announced that chairman Wesley G. Marshall was elected to the International Workers’ Compensation Foundation board of trustees. Wesley G. Marshall Marshall was elected to a three-year… Full Article
ir 20 Tips Claims Series - The First 90 Days By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 18 May 2022 15:05:15 -0700 New! Our 20 Tips Claims Series is designed especially for workers’ compensation claims professionals. This webinar includes a fast-paced panel discussion offering practical tips to help claims professionals become more… Full Article
ir PTSD Part 2 - Advancing PTSD Support for First Responders By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 29 May 2024 23:28:49 -0700 In this webinar, panelists delve into the unique challenges faced by first responders battling Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) within the workers' compensation system. From understanding the nuances of PTSD… Full Article
ir The Power of Virtual Reality: Immersive Therapeutics for Chronic Back Pain Management By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Aug 2024 08:07:51 -0700 CBP is a prevalent, complex, and expensive condition that carries a significant health economic burden in the US. For Injured Workers who experience persistent pain, the ability to participate in… Full Article
ir Supreme Court Issues Writ Directing Dismissal of Contract, Bad-Faith Claims Against Carrier By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 30 May 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Alabama Supreme Court issued a writ of mandamus compelling a trial court to dismiss the breach-of-contract and bad-faith claims against an insurance carrier arising out of a roofing worker’s… Full Article
ir Senate Confirms Reappointment of Commissioner Gillen By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 24 May 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The North Carolina Senate unanimously confirmed the reappointment of James C. Gillen to the state Industrial Commission. James C. Gillen The Carolina Journal reports that the Senate on Thursday voted 45-0… Full Article
ir Worker Fired on Day of Injury Still Entitled to TTD By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0700 An Ohio appellate court ruled that a worker who was fired on the day of his injury was still entitled to temporary total disability benefits. Darius L. Jefferson worked for Giant… Full Article
ir Exposure Testing Law for Air Ambulance Workers Takes Effect By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A law requiring the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and self-insured public employers to pay for diagnostic testing after air ambulance workers are exposed to certain hazards takes effect today. Gov. Full Article
ir Worker Gets Writ Directing Commission to Consider His Entitlement to TTD By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0700 An Ohio appellate court issued a limited writ of mandamus directing the Industrial Commission to determine a worker’s entitlement to temporary total disability benefits for a period of unemployment. Case: State… Full Article
ir Cancer-Stricken Firefighter Gets PPD Award By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 An Ohio appellate court upheld an award of permanent partial disability benefits for a cancer-stricken firefighter. Case: State ex rel. City of Cincinnati v. Industrial Commission, No. 23AP-332, 10/17/2024, published. Facts: Michael… Full Article
ir Supreme Court Affirms Dismissal of Claim for Additional TTD as Time-Barred By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Kentucky Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of a worker’s challenge to the termination of her temporary total disability benefits as time-bared. Case: Arndt v. Jefferson County Public Schools, No. 2023-SC-0377-WC,… Full Article
ir Injured Ironworker Not Entitled to Benefits for Additional Conditions, Statutory Multiplier By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Kentucky Court of Appeals ruled that an injured ironworker was not entitled to benefits for additional conditions, nor was he entitled to a statutory enhancement on his permanent partial… Full Article
ir Supreme Court Says Traveling Worker Suffered Compensable Fall While Souvenir Shopping By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Kentucky Supreme Court ruled that a traveling worker was entitled to benefits for her injuries from a fall while leaving her hotel to go souvenir shopping. Kimminee Costello worked for… Full Article
ir Governor Approves Pay Raise for Doctors Treating First Responders By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 31 May 2024 00:00:00 -0700 Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill allowing police and firefighters with injuries that are presumed to be compensable to select a doctor and increasing the provider’s reimbursement to twice… Full Article
ir Employer Entitled to Recover Full Lien From Worker's Third-Party Settlement By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A Florida appellate court overturned a judge’s determination that an employer was not entitled to recover the full amount of its lien against an injured worker's third-party settlement. Regina Akins suffered… Full Article
ir Cashier Shot During Robbery Leads to OSHA Fines for Circle K By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 Federal workplace safety investigators cited Circle K Stores Inc. for failing to provide a safe place of employment after a cashier suffered a serious gunshot injury during a robbery. Two men… Full Article
ir House Passes Amended MDMA Therapy Bill for First Responders By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0700 Arizona lawmakers on Wednesday passed an amended bill requiring instead of allowing the use of the drug commonly known as ecstasy to treat first responders with post-traumatic stress disorder. The state House… Full Article
ir Injured Firefighter Successfully Challenges Reduction in Benefits By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A Louisiana appellate court ruled that an injured firefighter’s benefits were wrongly reduced and that he was entitled to full reinstatement, plus an award of penalties and attorney fees. Case: Prevost… Full Article
ir Commissioner Wilkerson Retires Sept. 15 By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission announced that Avery B. Wilkerson Jr. will retire, effective Sept. 15. Avery B. Wilkerson Jr. Wilkerson has served as a commissioner since June 2008 when… Full Article
ir Attorney Has No Duty to Advise Comp Client on Potential Third-Party Claims By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Wisconsin Court of Appeals ruled that the attorney and law firm hired to represent a man on solely his workers’ compensation claim did not have a duty to advise… Full Article
ir Social, environmental factors may raise risk of developing heart disease and stroke By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:00:00 GMT Research Highlights: People living in neighborhoods with more environmental adversities, including pollution, toxic sites, high traffic and few parks, had higher rates of cardiovascular disease and cardiovascular disease risk factors. This association ... Full Article
ir Brief anger may impair blood vessel function By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Wed, 01 May 2024 09:00:00 GMT Research Highlights: When adults became angry after remembering past experiences, the function of cells lining the blood vessels was negatively impaired, which may restrict blood flow. Previous research has found that this may increase the risk of... Full Article
ir El diagnóstico y tratamiento tempranos de la enfermedad arterial periférica son esenciales para mejorar los resultados y reducir el riesgo de amputación By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 14 May 2024 18:00:00 GMT Aspectos destacados de la guía: La nueva guía conjunta de la American Heart Association (la Asociación Americana del Corazón) y el American College of Cardiology ofrece recomendaciones para guiar a los médicos en el tratamiento de pacientes con... Full Article
ir La nueva guía explica en detalle cómo manejar el riesgo de enfermedades cardiovasculares (ECV) antes, durante y después de una cirugía no cardíaca By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:00:00 GMT Aspectos destacados de la guía: La guía conjunta de la American Heart Association (la Asociación Americana del Corazón) y el American College of Cardiology, que aborda el tratamiento y la evaluación cardiovascular de los pacientes antes, durante y... Full Article
ir Heart failure, atrial fibrillation & coronary heart disease linked to cognitive impairment By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2024 09:00:00 GMT Statement Highlights: Previous studies have found that 14-81% of patients with heart failure experience some degree of cognitive impairment affecting language, memory or executive function. Evidence also indicates that people with atrial fibrillation... Full Article
ir Dean of Weill Cornell Medicine Dr. Robert Harrington to receive the 2024 Chairman’s Award By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT Embargoed until 7 a.m. CT/8 a.m. ET, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 DALLAS, Nov. 6, 2024 — Robert A. Harrington, M.D., FAHA, the Stephen and Suzanne Weiss Dean of Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City, will receive the 2024 Chairman’s Award at the... Full Article
ir Fine Art Print - 'Fire Within' By niels-henriksen.blogspot.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Sep 2012 18:59:00 +0000 Peonies provide wonderful opportunities for close-up photography with their delicate streamer like petals. Almost like flags waving in the breeze. There was a soft warm glow within the centre of the flowers which may either be due pollen tinting or the stronger blue sky light on the outer petal tips when adjusted to more neutral whiter of the petal, causing the inner parts to become warmer with temperature adjustments. Either way, I focused on this yellowish-orange color cast as the dominante part of the image, with its strong contrast found here. Since one primary color is the yellowish-orange I then ensured that the darker greyer background petal had a slight blue hue to act as a compliment with the yellow. The Sugar Cane paper has a warm tone to further enhance the yellowish-orange tones. Print Details Hahnemuhle ‘Sugar Cane’ Fine Art PaperWeight: 300 gsmPaper size:13”x19”Image Size 11” x 14″Print Series No. 1,Prints made 5 Availability 5 Special price only for readers of My camera World $100. This price is only available until 5:00pm EST Friday, 21 September, 2012 Shipping world wide $20.00 via regular mail. Contact for price request if faster delivery is required. Send email request to Niels Henriksen Artworks Niels Henriksen Full Article Close-up fine art Flowers
ir New USPSTF guidance: Continue to take low-dose aspirin if you have a history of heart attack, AFib, stroke or vascular stenting By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 26 Apr 2022 15:05:00 GMT DALLAS, Tuesday, April 26, 2022 – Earlier today, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released its final recommendations on low-dose aspirin therapy for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in adults: people who have a history ... Full Article
ir Nueva guía del USPSTF: seguir tomando una dosis baja de aspirina si tienes antecedentes de ataque cardíaco, fibrilación auricular (FibA), ataque o derrame cerebral o stent vascular By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 26 Apr 2022 15:05:00 GMT DALLAS, martes 26 de abril del 2022 - El martes, el Grupo Especial de Servicios Preventivos de los EE. UU. (USPSTF, del inglés U.S. Preventive Services Task Force) publicó sus recomendaciones finales sobre el tratamiento con dosis bajas de aspirina ... Full Article
ir Nueva guía: Prevenir un primer derrame cerebral puede ser posible con una prueba de detección y cambios en el estilo de vida By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 09:00:00 GMT Aspectos destacados de la guía: Cada año en los EE. UU., más de medio millón de personas sufren un primer ataque o derrame cerebral; sin embargo, hasta el 80% de ellos podrían prevenirse. La nueva guía de prevención primaria de derrame cerebral de la... Full Article
ir Innovadores locales reciben $75 000 para combatir las disparidades sanitarias en la comunidad By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 17:00:00 GMT DALLAS, 7 de noviembre de 2024 – Históricamente, las personas de color de comunidades con escasos recursos han tenido menos acceso a las necesidades más básicas, como alimentos saludables, aire limpio y agua potable, educación de calidad, empleo,... Full Article
ir El miedo a sufrir otro ataque cardíaco puede ser una fuente importante de estrés continuo para supervivientes By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 10:00:00 GMT Puntos destacados de la investigación: El miedo a sufrir otro ataque cardíaco fue un factor que influyó de manera constante y significativa en la forma en que los supervivientes de un ataque cardíaco perciben su salud, según un nuevo estudio. Si bien... Full Article
ir Hablemos de sexo: los pacientes cardíacos quieren recibir orientación por parte de los profesionales de la salud By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 10:00:00 GMT Puntos destacados de la investigación: Una pequeña encuesta de adultos de entre 30 y 89 años (de una edad promedio de 65 años) en Suecia que tienen afecciones cardíacas determinó que existe una diferencia significativa entre la información sobre salud ... Full Article
ir Los medicamentos GLP-1 y SGLT2 pueden reducir el riesgo de que los supervivientes de un derrame cerebral sufran un ataque cardíaco o un derrame cerebral en el futuro By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 10:00:00 GMT Puntos destacados de la investigación: En un análisis de más de 7000 supervivientes de un derrame cerebral, aquellos que tomaban un agonista del receptor del GLP1 o un medicamento inhibidor del SGLT2 tuvieron un menor riesgo posterior de sufrir un... Full Article
ir Updated guidance reaffirms CPR with breaths essential for cardiac arrest following drowning By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 10:00:00 GMT Updated Guideline Highlights: The American Heart Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics update recommendations for untrained lay rescuers and trained rescuers resuscitating adults and children who have drowned. One important update is the ... Full Article
