Artificial Intelligence (AI) is impacting many aspects of our lives, and it is no surprise that many businesses are evaluating ways in which AI can streamline processes and reduce expenses. AI has the potential to significantly impact the workers’ compensation industry, including by reducing costs, simplifying processes, and predicting outcomes.Continue Reading Artificial Intelligence and the workers’ compensation system
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Another setback for Ohio employers’ defense to temporary total disability compensation
Ohio employers’ defenses to temporary total disability compensation continue to shrink. First, the legislature eliminated the doctrine of voluntary abandonment. Then, the Tenth District held that terminated employees may be eligible for temporary total disability compensation. Now, employees who voluntarily resign their employment may be entitled to compensation as well.Continue Reading Another setback for Ohio employers’ defense to temporary total disability compensation
Updates for Ohio employers from the 2023 Statewide Hearing Officer Meeting
The Ohio Industrial Commission Statewide Hearing Officer Meeting offered some key insights for Ohio employers. Continue Reading Updates for Ohio employers from the 2023 Statewide Hearing Officer Meeting
Defense to temporary total disability compensation for Ohio employers may be limited
The Tenth District Court of Appeals has thrown a curveball to Ohio employers by limiting a defense to temporary total disability compensation following the termination of an employee.Continue Reading Defense to temporary total disability compensation for Ohio employers may be limited
Philadelphia Eagles lose workers’ comp appeal before Super Bowl
Not only did the Philadelphia Eagles lose Super Bowl LVII, earlier this month the Eagles lost their multiyear effort to oppose former player Emmanuel Acho’s application for a workers’ compensation claim.Continue Reading Philadelphia Eagles lose workers’ comp appeal before Super Bowl
Ohio updates workers’ compensation laws for remote workers
Over two years after the COVID-19 pandemic began and many employees switched from coming into a workplace to working at home, Ohio has amended the workers’ compensation laws to reflect the current work environment. Effective Sep. 21, 2022, this new legislation expands the definition of a compensable workplace injury to include some injuries sustained within the employee’s home, if certain criteria are met.
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Supreme Court considering granting certiorari in workers’ compensation medical marijuana cases
Medical marijuana is being legalized in an increasing number of states, which will have an impact on a variety of employment issues, including workers’ compensation. The Supreme Court appears to be considering providing clarity to employers and employees alike regarding payment for medical marijuana in workers’ compensation claims.
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Bio-shocked: In Illinois, workers’ comp not exclusive remedy for claims involving employee biometrics
Employers beware: A recent holding out of Illinois has determined that employees may sue employers who collect and/or disclose employees’ biometric data.
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The Ohio Legislature and dueling bills: Vaccinations and Ohio workers’ compensation
On Sept. 27, 2021, we posted about Ohio House Bill 401 and the potential for employers to lose workers’ compensation immunity for injuries incurred as a result of a mandatory vaccination. The bill would create a separate cause of action under Ohio law for persons allegedly injured as a result of an employer-mandated COVID-19 vaccine.
On Oct. 7, 2021, the Ohio House Labor and Commerce Committee held its second informal hearing on a separate but related piece of legislation, House Bill 435. The bill expressly provides that an injury covered under the Ohio Workers’ Compensation Act includes an injury or disability caused by an employer-mandated COVID-19 vaccine.
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Will we say goodbye to workers’ compensation immunity for mandatory COVID vaccination-related damages?
Keeping an eye on Ohio House Bill 401
Even as the federal government has moved toward mandating COVID vaccination by many employers, a bill introduced in the Ohio legislature, if passed, would eliminate workers’ compensation immunity and expose employers to potential liability for injuries incurred as a result of a mandatory vaccination.
Continue Reading Will we say goodbye to workers’ compensation immunity for mandatory COVID vaccination-related damages?