Workers’ comp, traditionally hands-on and slow to adopt new technology, is now quickly integrating advanced tech tools to prevent workplace injuries and improve recovery times.
The 84-year-old former owner of Fresno-based TKJ Trucking is charged with under-reporting over $2 million in payroll to evade workers’ compensation costs, leading to substantial fraud allegations.
Transforming the relationship between claims adjusters and injured workers into a collaborative partnership can enhance fairness and efficiency in workers’ compensation claims.
A new report by the Workers Compensation Research Institute highlights a 5-6% increase in work-related accidents when temperatures exceed 90 degrees, particularly in the southern U.S. and construction industry.
The latest NYC Construction Safety Report reveals a significant reduction in fatalities but an uptick in worker injuries, highlighting both progress and ongoing safety challenges in the construction sector.
At Wegmans, AI technology has slashed litigation rates and improved response times in workers’ compensation claims, leading to faster, more effective treatment.