COMMENTARY

A day of setbacks reveals something greater

Our team is ramping up for volunteer day in advance of the Workers' Compensation Institute's annual conference in Orlando.

MARKET INSIGHTS

Top causes of high-dollar workers' comp claims

Safety National recently completed a review of its largest workers' comp claims and uncovered certain trends employers should be aware of.

NEWS

No 3rd-party indemnification for workers' comp payments

Hawaii Supreme Court issues ruling in workers' compensation case of first impression.

NEWS

Using innovative tools to diagnose workers' comp injuries

Some workers' comp professionals are using technology to develop innovations in getting injured workers back on the job.

ANALYSIS

Medical marijuana & workers' comp: Burning questions that need answers

How will it be determined if the use of medical cannabis is reasonable for an injured worker?

EXPERT OPINION

Workplace violence assessment and response

Workplace violence can include everything from threats and verbal abuse to physical assaults and even homicide. What can employers do to prevent incidents?

PROFILE

Cosentino's Food Stores: Improving workers' comp outcomes by focusing on employees

Award Winner: For Cosentino's Food Stores, improving workers' comp performance meant putting people first.

PROFILE

How a Dallas school district slashed workers' comp costs

Award winner: The Dallas Independent School District's Workers' Compensation Program dramatically cut spending while putting teachers and students first.

MARKET INSIGHTS

U.S. workers' comp strong in 2017, long-term projections unclear: Fitch

Fitch believes that the workers' compensation industry may still generate underwriting profits this year.

BEST PRACTICES

Keeping outdoor workers safe and cool in the extreme heat

Workers new to outdoor jobs are generally most at risk for heat-related illnesses.