Labor Day: The Why, How and Who of It!

Labor Day: The Why, How and Who of It!

Labor Day 2019 will be celebrated on Monday, September 2nd. It will pay tribute to the achievements, and contributions of American workers. Traditionally, it is celebrated on the first Monday of September, and this is the case this year too. The Labor Day has been a...

New Year – New Beginnings

Hello friends… 2018 is upon us and with every new year new beginnings emerge from the ashes of our losses of years past… and loss we most certainly have endured. I meant to publish this post sooner, but the events of the past weekend left me, along with so many...

Warm wishes and holiday greetings…

During the holiday season more than ever, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our progress possible. And in this spirit we say, simply but sincerely… Thank you and Best Wishes for this holiday season and a Happy Healthy New Year! All our best &...

Hope In A Suitcase

‘Tis the season… of giving and charity. This past Tuesday was “Giving Tuesday” and I know we here at Laura M Wilson & Associates did our part, but why stop there? The “giving season” shouldn’t be one day or month of the year. Just like giving thanks shouldn’t be...

Giving Thanks

In a time where everything seems to be moving at neck breaking speed, I wanted to stop and acknowledge the things I am thankful for. We are constantly trying to move on to the next before we have even finished, let alone enjoyed, the present. Summer hadn’t ended yet...

Topics & Thoughts: Part 1

Politics Don’t worry folks although the topic suggests a possible POTUS rant or joke, I will pass, we’ll just let his “tweets” and amazing vernacular speak for itself. I wanted to take the opportunity in passing the good word and highlighting a gentleman who is a...

National Disability Employment Awareness Month

October is on its 72nd year as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. It is an annual celebration of people with disabilities who work and those businesses and organizations that employ them. More than 18 million Americans with disabilities are employed...

Our Nation, Our People and Our Future

Although we will always remember and be reminded of 9/11/2001 we will forever honor and remember those who selflessly gave their lives to save others. The first responders, the civilian heroes and the innocent people who were lost during the most cowardly act of...

Post Labor Day and Acts of Nature

I hope everyone relaxed and enjoyed this past Labor Day Weekend. Whether hosting barbecues, pool parties or enjoyed the river, beach, lakes and/or parks; my main wish is that your time spent was with your loved ones. Summer was a blur, business never sleeps and the...

Foreshadowing Reform – Part 2

A First Responder’s plight and the challenges presented by the WorkComp process. So, in rehashing last week’s article we highlighted how one facet of reform has ultimately shaped our industry; but moreover the increased instances of denial of care due to a complex and...

Foreshadowing Reform – Part 1

Foreshadowing how this complicated, untimely and flawed system will fair is very easy for those of us who have been affected by this dysfunctional platform. Whether you are a first responder, an injured worker, have a friend or family member who suffered an injury, an...

New Case Law: Hikida v. WCAB; Costco Wholesales Corp.

Greetings! I hope that everyone who attended the CAAA Summer Convention absorbed new strategies added wisdom and for the most part, had a good time doing so. While the four day event can be overwhelming, the opportunity to immerse yourselves into the panel...

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: 2nd Edition

June is upon us, which means kids are being promoted, graduating and most of all embarking on new personal voyages. For those of you hard working parents who may have children doing so I wanted to congratulate you and your loved ones for your hard work and pursuits....

Appreciation and a day of honor and remembrance…

Last Friday the 6th Annual Latino Comp Golf Tournament was held on a perfect day at Angeles National Golf Club. The weather was clear blue skies, pushing in the high 80’s with a slight breeze which made for an ideal setting for this fantastic event. For some of you...

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

Greetings colleagues and friends, these past few weeks have been overwhelming so forgive me if you’ve been heavily anticipating a fresh and new article, fear not for this one is just that, fresh out of the oven. Before I do so though, I wanted to thank those of you...

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,...