Total workers' compensation claim costs increased by an average of 6% per year from 2022 to 2025 in the median study state, driven by rising
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A federal appellate court denied review of a coal mine operator’s challenge to a worker’s award of black lung benefits.
Case: Wolf Run Mining Co.
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The use of air ambulance services in workers' compensation claims remains relatively rare but continues to drive significant costs, with payments rising sharply over the
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The Workers Compensation Research Institute will highlight findings from the upcoming 2026 edition of its CompScope Benchmarks report during an April 30 webinar.
The webinar
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After a federal workplace heat safety program expired last week, regulators on Friday unveiled an updated enforcement initiative aimed at continuing inspections in high-risk industries,
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Medical provider networks are increasingly shaping how care is delivered, how disputes are avoided and how quickly injured employees recover, in addition to reducing costs
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A federal program aimed at protecting workers from heat-related injuries is set to expire today, April 8, raising concerns about enforcement gaps heading into the
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The Workers Compensation Research Institute released its 2026 Annual Report, highlighting research published last year and how it informed policy discussions throughout the country.
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Kids’ Chance of America and the Workers’ Compensation Institute announced the launch of Kids’ Chance WORKS, a national initiative to help students impacted by a
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Workers who use technology designed to prevent musculoskeletal disorders report reduced physical strain and improved safety awareness, according to a study released Monday by the
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