Calif. Awaits New WC Regulations Even though Californias energy crisis is yesterdays news, the states troubled workers' compensation insurance industry continues to work in the dark.

A hearing is scheduled for late August in the state Assembly for the most recent workers' comp reform legislation, Senate Bill 71, which has already passed the Senate. "Right now its largely speculation [what the legislature will do]," said Mark Webb, vice president of state affairs for the American Insurance Association in San Diego.

Over the past two years, Mr. Webb said, the legislature has shown an interest in increasing benefits to injured workers. However, two measures were vetoed by the governor.

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