Opioids: The National Epidemic

I wanted to take this time to shed some light on a steadily growing concern, one that has been delivering its catastrophic aftermath for quite some time. One that is affecting almost everyone, from teenagers to athletes, injured workers, post-surgical patients,...

Balancing Act

This week has been a blur, not to mention a juggle, so I apologize in advance if my article does not hold the zeal and anguish of the past pieces. I have to be honest, I am currently attending a fantastic seminar on one of those beautiful islands to the west and may...

Who Can You Trust?

Know who you invite into your circle of trust. Earlier this month, I wrote a post on an all too familiar topic promoting awareness in unethical practices, devious schemes, deceptive proposals and dubious characters. Some of whom may be lurking closer than we think. So...

One Term Ends and A New One Begins

A look into tomorrow’s potential. In March I wrote a piece on our Governor’s terms and how some of his decisions resulted in changing the landscape of Workers Compensation; so I wanted to take a peek into the future and hopefully exchange the pros and cons but most...

DIR Extends $120 Million RTWS Fund Application Deadline!

Important Update and ReminderDIR Extends $120 Million RTWS Fund Application DeadlineIn recent news the DIR adopted rules to extend the deadline for those injured workers who may have received their Supplemental Job Displacement Benefit voucher between the time period...

National Brain Injury Awareness Month

As we are midway through March I wanted to take a moment to promote National Brain Injury Awareness Month. Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) can happen to anyone, from people involved in motor vehicle accidents, construction workers, couriers, to simply kids having fun...

PTSD and Work Comp

I recently came across a good article from Business Insurance involving Workplace Tragedies creating a new perspective on Work Comp within our Nation. In light of the horrible event that took the lives of 14 souls while seriously injuring dozens at the Inland Regional...