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The Grand Bargain: Delving into the Evolution of Workers’ Compensation
The Grand Bargain: Delving into the Evolution of Workers’ Compensation

Part One of a Three-Part Series Phoenix, AZ – Earlier this year, the Workers' Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) served as the backdrop for a comprehensive and illuminating presentation on the evolution of workers' compensation. Presented […]
Extended Use of Physical Medicine for Low Back Pain: A Comprehensive Study by Workers’ Compensation Research Institute
Extended Use of Physical Medicine for Low Back Pain: A Comprehensive Study by Workers’ Compensation Research Institute

Phoenix, AZ (WorkersCompensation.com) - In March 2023, Dongchun Wang from the Workers' Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) presented a study on the extended use of physical medicine for low back pain claims in 28 states across […]
Systems Thinking in Workers’ Compensation Claims Organizations: Expanding Capabilities for Success
Systems Thinking in Workers’ Compensation Claims Organizations: Expanding Capabilities for Success

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) -- In the world of workers' compensation claims organizations, success often stems from the ability of individuals to think beyond the immediate and apply systems thinking to their work. Systems thinking pushes […]
A Comprehensive Exploration of Medical Inflation: Delving Deeper into the Economic Indicator
A Comprehensive Exploration of Medical Inflation: Delving Deeper into the Economic Indicator

Phoenix, AZ (WorkersCompensation.com) - When considering the health and vitality of the U.S. healthcare system, few aspects command as much importance as the fluctuating dynamics of medical inflation. This economic force exerts a considerable influence […]
Unraveling the Impact of Climate Change on Workers’ Compensation
Unraveling the Impact of Climate Change on Workers’ Compensation

Phoenix, AZ - Earlier this year, the Workers' Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) hosted a seminal conference that provided a platform for an enlightening discussion on an increasingly intricate issue: the intersection of climate change and […]
Workers’ Compensation Symposium Highlights Duties and Obligations of Case Managers
Workers’ Compensation Symposium Highlights Duties and Obligations of Case Managers

Des Moines, IA - On June 23, 2023, industry professionals gathered at the 61st Annual Iowa Workers' Compensation Symposium to delve into the critical responsibilities of case managers in workers' compensation cases. The event, held […]
Revolutionizing Culture in the WC Industry: Embracing a People-Centric Paradigm
Revolutionizing Culture in the WC Industry: Embracing a People-Centric Paradigm

In the dynamic landscape of the workers' compensation industry, the focus is shifting towards building people-centric cultures that prioritize the well-being of employees and injured workers. This transformative approach, something many of us have been […]
Exploring the Impact of Cannabis on Workplace Policies and Safety at the 61st Annual Workers’ Compensation Symposium (Part Two of Two)
Exploring the Impact of Cannabis on Workplace Policies and Safety at the 61st Annual Workers’ Compensation Symposium (Part Two of Two)

Understanding the Implications and Balancing Employer Concerns Des Moines, IA (WorkersCompensation.com) -- In the second part of the session titled "High Society: Cannabis in the Workplace" at the 61st Annual Workers' Compensation Symposium, Terri Davis, […]