Does an employer have to pay for time off work for medical appointments for an employee with a Workers’ Compensation claim?
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SB553 is a workplace violence prevention program designed to enhance safety and security in work environments. The program aims to protect employees from potential harm by implementing comprehensive strategies to identify, prevent, and respond to incidents of workplace violence.
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced an increase in civil penalty amounts for 2024. Effective January 15, 2024, any penalty assessed on or after this date, regardless of when the inspection was opened, will be subject to the increased amounts.
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As of January 9, 2024, Cal/OSHA has issued a significant update regarding COVID-19 prevention, outlining non-emergency regulations that businesses need to be aware of.
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When an employee is in a motor vehicle accident that Arises Out Of and in in the Course Of Employment (AOE/COE), any resulting injuries are covered under Workers’ Compensation. Your prompt accident investigation will provide valuable information to the Workers’ Comp carrier to help determine if the claim is compensable and who was at fault.
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Learn more about California's Work Comp benefits for 2024
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An injury at work can cause disruption, and cost time and money for both the employer and the injured employee. Employers can help employees stay productive and prevent needless disability with a policy called Return To Work.
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Analyzing your loss ratio gives you prior notice to implement change before your X-Mod is impacted. This data helps you identify trends and focus your attention on safety initiatives for injury prevention and proactive management of your claims.
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If an employee is injured, always offer the injured employee the choice to be seen by your designated clinic. However, if they decline, have the employee sign a Declination of Medical Treatment form.
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As an employer, it's essential to understand that maintaining a safe workplace is not only a legal and ethical obligation, but it also makes good business sense. In addition to preventing accidents, injuries, and fatalities, prioritizing safety in the workplace can reduce costs associated with insurance premiums, workers' compensation claims, lawsuits, and even criminal prosecution.
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ESM is proud to announce the promotion of Abe Jabhan to Executive Vice President of Claims!
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ESM is proud to announce the promotion of Alisa Gemar, from Head of Operations to Chief Operating Officer!
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We know that travel increases the odds of spreading the Flu and/or COVID-19. If you ARE going to travel over the holidays, as many will, here are some precautions you can take. For employers we have prepared sample guidelines and trainings you can implement in your organization.
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In this webinar we discuss key metrics an employer should be reviewing each month in order to measure the effectiveness of their Workers’ Comp risk management plan.
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Click here for a list of the 2022 California Workers’ Compensation Benefits.
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On February 9, 2022, California’s governor signed Senate Bill (SB) 114. The law takes effect immediately and is retroactive to January 1, 2022, but an employer’s obligation to provide 2022 COVID-19 supplemental California supplemental paid sick leave (SPSL) does not begin until 10 days after the date of enactment (February 19, 2022).
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The same factors that you would use to find a new doctor for you and your family apply to the medical clinic that you designate for your Workers’ Compensation claims and who you select can impact the cost and duration of your claims. Although you may not directly pay the medical bills, the carrier or Third Party Administrator (TPA) pays on your behalf. The medical treatment and the cost have a direct impact on your employees, your X-Mod and, ultimately, your insurance premiums.
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Workers’ Comp claims can best be managed by keeping employees at work following injury. Claim costs are reduced because no Temporary Disability is paid on the file. Keeping the employee at work and active within the doctor’s restrictions, is also good for the employee’s physical and mental healing. The potential for exaggeration of symptoms or potential fraud is reduced when the employee is at work every day.
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I just got a letter from Cal OHSA because my X-Mod exceeds 125%. What do I do now?
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The Fed/OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) was again stayed by the Supreme Court on January 13th, having been in effect for four days since January 10th. However, this might not represent the final word on whether OSHA can enforce the ETS. Learn more from ESM’s recent webinar (recorded video & FAQs).
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