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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) plays a crucial role in the California workers' comp system, ensuring that injured workers receive the benefits they deserve when disputes arise. If you're facing denied benefits, delays in medical treatment, or issues with your settlement, understanding the WCAB process is essential. In our latest Work Comp Talk Podcast episode, host Carmen Ramirez and workers' comp attorney Bilal Kassem break down how the WCAB helps injured workers, what to expect if your case goes before the board, and how having an attorney can make the process smoother. Key Takeaways from This Episode: ✔️ What the WCAB is and its role in workers' comp cases ✔️ Common disputes that go before the WCAB (medical, legal, and factual issues) ✔️ How the WCAB can help reverse denied benefits and hold insurance companies accountable ✔️ The difference between a WCAB hearing vs. a trial ✔️ Why hiring an attorney can make a huge difference in your case outcome Get the Legal Help You Need If you're struggling with a workers' compensation case, our Sponsors at Pacific Workers are here to help. Get a FREE case evaluations to ensure you understand your rights and options.

  Declassification of Records Concerning the Assassinations of President John F. Kennedy – The White House Declassified CIA Donald Heath memo: 104-10103-10024.pdf The President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection | National Archives On January 23, President Trump issued an Executive Order for a creation of a plan to release JFK files. Why do we need a plan to release the documents? This is concerning to JFK researchers. Under Biden's 'plan', withheld JFK records wouldn't be released until the 2040's. Withheld JFK records are not limited to the collection of JFK files held by the archives. Larry wrote a letter to the White House Council, informing the council of the larger scope of JFK files. There are records not in the known JFK collection that should be searched for & disclosed. When the ARRB was shut down due to lack of Congress funding, several searches were underway. The ARRB entered an agreement with the CIA & National Archives to continue searching for files. The National Archives was responsible for supervising these searches, this ended with ARRB's closure. Bobby Kennedy had taken records from the White House very shortly after JFK's assassination. Could these files that Bobby removed from the Oval Office be related to Cuba? Before being shut down the ARRB had been negotiating with RFK's family trust to release RFK's files. The ARRB promised not to have Bobby's files included in the 'assassination' files. Sheridan was RFK's right hand man, working for NBC to undermine the Garrison investigation. When the ARRB requested Sheridan's files from the JFK Library, the library sent the files to NBC. The ARRB tried to sue Walter Sheridan's estate to try to get these records back. Case died with ARRB. In Carlos Marcello's recorded conversations to cell mate & FBI agent, does he admit to guilt in murder? Why haven't these recordings been heard? Where are the transcripts to review? Transcripts from another Marcello's sting that were released caused confusion within the ARRB. The FBI announced they have mysteriously 'discovered' 2400 new JFK records? How is this possible? Larry's court case against the National Archives exposed to him that the NSC has hijacked the process. Trump's administration offered early retirement for CIA officials. Will new staff comply with release? President Trump just fired 150 people from the NSC. Will the changing of the guard make a difference? Remaining unreleased RFK files are mainly files from the LAPD & LA District Attorney. The RFK files are not beholden to any particular statute like the JFK Act. The are MLK files are in the possession of the federal government & local government in Memphis. Supposedly a plan was submitted for release of files on Feb. 7th, with coverage from WCAB radio. Statutes do not stipulate that files can't be released until everyone mentioned in file is deceased. In efforts to stop records from being released, Congress denies requests if people are still living. We need someone representing the public interest involved in the release of the JFK files. There needs to be a public committee formed to help facilitate & supervise this entire process. Why does the National Security Council insist releasing JFK documents is AGAINST public interest? CIA officials conducted a private investigation into the Cuban exiles associated with the assassination. The JFK investigation isn't just a historical event, current policies were created based on false events. To avoid FOIA requests, Hillary Clinton & others use private servers, apps etc. to communicate. Deed of Gifts & IRS tax records are not currently included in Trump's Executive Order. The Manchester notes will not be released until 2067 under current legislation. We will see over the next couple of weeks if the JFK files will be released! Watch this carefully!

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories: WCAB to Sanction Attorney After Admonishments in 5 Cases. California Staffing Company Starts Gig Economy Legal Battle. Court Rules on FEHA Fees After Trip to Supreme Ct and Settlement. EEOC Says Wearable Technologies May Violate Employment Law. Two New Federal Laws Reduce Employer Administrative Burdens. New Law Limits Use of AI Alone in Making UR Determinations. Cal/OSHA Issues Safeway a $182K Citation For Unsafe Conditions. State Compensation Insurance Fund Declares 15% Dividend.

Welcome to Work Comp Talk, your go-to podcast for all things related to the world of workers' compensation in California. Join me, Carmen Ramirez, your host and Bilal Kassem, Esq. who is also the managing attorney for Pacific Workers, our proud sponsors. If you haven't already, hit that subscribe button and turn on notifications so you never miss out on our latest episodes packed with valuable insights. In Episode 76, we dive into a topic that's central to every workers' compensation claim: the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB). Many are familiar with the term but aren't quite sure what it entails. Join us as we unravel the mysteries surrounding WCAB. The WCAB functions as its own administrative court system, presided over by administrative law judges. But what exactly does it do? Why is it essential for your workers' comp claim? Contrary to popular belief, WCAB isn't a courtroom you'll find in your local city hall. It's spread across several key geographic areas, serving the public's needs in those regions. But what about appearances? Do you need to suit up for a teleconference hearing? We'll break down the dos and don'ts for both attorneys and claimants, ensuring you present yourself in the best possible light. From mandatory settlement conferences to trials, WCAB handles a myriad of events crucial to resolving disputes in workers' comp cases. It's the ultimate authority, making decisions that shape the outcome of your claim. So, when do you interact with WCAB during your claim's lifecycle? Our discussion covers the various stages where WCAB plays a pivotal role, providing clarity on when and how it comes into play. And for those straightforward cases where WCAB remains in the background, we'll explore why some claims never require a courtroom appearance, shedding light on the factors that influence this outcome. Have questions about WCAB or workers' compensation in general? Drop them in the comments below, and we'll address them in our upcoming episodes or our dedicated Q&A segment. Thanks for tuning in to Work Comp Talk. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful discussions on navigating the complex world of workers' compensation. We'll see you on the next episode!

Todd Olivas and Jonathan Castro interview Randy Pollak, Managing Partner at Wintersteen | Casarez Law Corporation and learn all about how he helped turn Pacific Compensation Insurance Company from a broken business model into a thriving company; how he wrote about and advocated for CourtCall long before anyone else; and how he's helping build Wintersteen | Casarez' Southern California legal practice. Randy Pollak, Esq: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-pollak-419450106/ https://wclawcorp.com/randy-2/  

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories: Prevailing in WCAB 132a Claim is Not Res Judicata in FEHA Case. Employers Must Set "Date Certain" for Emergency Leave Ending. S.F. Contractor Faces Multiple Felony Charges for Premium Fraud. NICB Partnerships Intensifies its Focus on California Insurance Fraud. Newsom Signs SB 1242 Adding Premium Fraud Reporting Provisions. Newsome Signs Law Extending Time to Study UR. Cal/OSHA Posts Guidance on Protecting Workers from Monkeypox. 61% of 6.2 Million Disabled People are Episodic and Not Permanent. Telehealth Utilization Fell 4% Nationally in June 2022. Hartford and Yale Team Up to Treat Injured Worker Addictions.

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Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories: Belligerent Truck Driver's Misdemeanor Conviction Ends Comp Award. Ventura County Providers Pay $70.7M to Resolve FCA Allegations. O.C. Lawyer's Victory Lap Turns Med-Mal Jury Trial Victory into Defeat. Randy Rosen MD Pleads Guilty in Orange County Fraud Cases. Stockton Doctor Resolves Neruro-Stimulator Fraud Claims for $2M. Gavin Newsom Appoints Applicant Attorney Joe Capurro to WCAB. CPWR Investigates Underlying Causes of Falls From Heights. WCIRB Updates Loss Elimination Ratios and Advisory Plan Tables. Congressional Proposal to Quadruple OSHA Fines Loses Support. Half of Doctors Considering Leaving Medicine Over Insurer Headaches.

Todd Olivas and Rick Castro interview Chris Gutierrez, CEO at STRYKE National Investigations https://www.strykeinv.com Such an awesome podcast.  Lots of WPM --- Wisdom Per Minute.  Chris Gutierrez (CEO of STRYKE Nation Investigations) drops so many nuggets of wisdom that I had to coin a new phrase: Wisdom Per Minute (WPM) ©® Trademark 2022.  Plus he manages to stay humble throughout.  Maybe it's because wisdom and humility go hand in hand? They certainly do in Chris' case.  So please give this interview a listen and I'm sure you'll agree that Chris and STRYKE are going to do big things!

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories: Judge Allows Insurers San Francisco Antitrust Suit Against Drugmakers. Santa Paula Doctor and Patient Recruiter Arrested in $30M Fraud Case. White House Announces Help for EDD Fraud Prosecution. Sports Medicine Director Charged With Sexually Assaulting Athletes. RAND COVID-19 Presumptions Study Shows Challenges & Confusion. WCAB to Reopen for Trials on Monday March 21. OSHA Fines Pauma Valley Zip-Line Attraction $25K for Worker Fatality. Luxury Resort Fined $3.3M for Pandemic Re-Hire Rule Violations. CWCI Study Shows Consistent Acceptable Access to Medical Care. CorVel Critical Incident Stress Debriefing Program in City of Beverly Hills.

Judge Robert Rassp is one of the coolest people in workers' compensation you will ever meet. Over 35 years of practicing law and he is now presiding judge WCAB Los Angeles District Office! There are so many cool things to know about Judge Rassp, you will just have to listen to this episode to discover them. Here are a few notable cool facts about Judge Rassp:Skipped his junior year of high school to start college at UC IrvineMet his wife while working at an observatoryHe is an adjunct professor at Pepperdine Caruso School of LawMember of the renowned band CC&R, performing at comp eventsFind out why Robert chose to go to law school, and many other fascinating facts about his amazing career in workers' comp. He is what we call a workers' comp nerd. Like Yvonne and Rafael, he totally geeks out on all things workers' comp. He eloquently describes workers' compensation as a "...beautiful marriage between law and medicine." He is a wonderful teacher and mentor, contributing countless hours to teaching others about our industry. Grab your favorite beverage, hop on the treadmill, go for a walk or do whatever you like to do  while listening to podcasts. Get ready...it's going to be a bumpy, but very cool ride!¡Muchas Gracias! Thank you for listening. We would appreciate you sharing our podcast with your friends on social media. Find Yvonne and Rafael on Linked In or follow us on Twitter @deconstructcomp

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories: WCAB to Decide 4850.4(f) Disability Overpayment Jurisdiction. Court Elaborates Rules for Insurer Bad Faith in $26M Judgment. WC Air Ambulance Fee Schedule Preempted by Federal Law. Court Rules Against Amazon in COVID Safety Case. Plaintiffs' Prevail in $87M Roundup Cancer Case Appeal. San Mateo County Medical Center Resolves Fraud Claim for $11.4M. California Orders Teachers to be Vaccinated or Tested. Employer Mandated Vaccinations Face Union Headwinds. Telehealth Services Added to OMFS and CMS Fee Schedules. MRNA Experts Claim COVID Herd Immunity Unlikely.

Todd Olivas, Jonathan Castro and Rick Castro talk about their Work Comp CEU opportunities coming up in the remainder of 2021. Visit www.toddolivas.com/register and www.toauniversity.com 

Todd Olivas interviews Laura Powell, Litigation Specialist at Berkley Entertainment. https://www.berkleyentertainment.com

Todd Olivas, Rick Castro and Jonathan Castro talk about upcoming events at TOAUniversity.com as well as recent WCAB news.

Todd Olivas interviews Claire C. Muselman, Director of Workers' Compensation for the Workers' Recovery Unit for Continental Western Group. Contact: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glitterandsparkles Podcast: https://adjusted.buzzsprout.com/1500340 Magazine: https://www.justbeginmag.com

Todd Olivas, Rick Castro and Jonathan Castro talk about recent WCAB news events: - Motorcycle Chase - Bus Driver Charged After Video Allegedly Contradicts Description of Injury - COVID Claim County Drops in January - Employer Can Set Aside Default in Contract Dispute with Comp Carrier - Hospital Worker Charged with Two Dozen Counts Related to Comp Fraud - Pharmacy Owner Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy www.toddolivas.com

Todd Olivas, Rick Castro and Jonathan Castro talk about recent WCAB news events: - Attorney General Creates New Division to Focus on Labor Issues - Bill Would Expand PTSD Presumption - Cal_OSHA Issues $1M in Fines for COVID-19 Safety Violations - Convicted Doc Ordered to Pay $2.9M in Restitution - DWC to Renew Rules to Assist Medical-Legal Evaluations During COVID-19 - Warehouse Worker Arraigned on Fraud Charges

Todd Olivas, Rick Castro and Jonathan Castro look forward to 2021 and talk about recent WCAB news events.

Todd Olivas, Rick Castro and Jonathan Castro reflect on 2020 in this final podcast of the year.

Todd Olivas and Rick Castro interview James T. Witkop , Esq. managing attorney for Witkop Law Group in San Jose, California. https://witkoplaw.com/

Todd Olivas, Rick Castro and Jonathan Castro check in just prior to Halloween.

Todd Olivas and Rick Castro interview Mr. Sean Lloyd, Esq. Partner at MacDonald, Ebbing & Lloyd, LLP.

Todd Olivas and Rick Castro interview Mr. Aaruni Thakur, Esq. Associate Attorney at Hanna Brophy.

Todd Olivas interviews Stephanie Lee, Director of Client Services at Law Offices Paul C. Herman

Todd Olivas, John Castro and Rick Castro interview Joe Frank Rodriguez, Risk Manager for Transdev North America.

Todd Olivas, John Castro and Rick Castro interview Carlos Echeverry, President of CVC Legal Solutions.

Wecome to the WCAB podcast: a show about tech. I hope you enjoy it!

Todd Olivas, John Castro and Rick Castro interview JP Navarro, Director of Client Relations at Hanna Brophy.

Todd Olivas, John Castro and Jonathan Castro interview Betty Mugemancuro, Claims Examiner at Sedgwick.

Todd Olivas and Jonathan Castro interview Evelynn Romero, the Liability Claims & Litigation Manager for 99 Cents Only Stores.

Todd Olivas interviews the president of South Coast College, Jean Gonzalez and Christine Mantyla, supervisor of admissions. South Coast College is the only private college offering court reporting in California. Over the years, it has been a leading provider of court and deposition reporters in the state. South Coast College also has Paralegal and Medical Assistant programs. https://southcoastcollege.edu/

Todd Olivas and Rick Castro speak with Victoria Erwin from Keenan & Associates. This was recorded prior to the coronavirus lockdown.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. L.A. Class Actions Claims Banks Defrauded Employers, VR Expert Opinion Justifies Total Disability Award, WCAB Panel Elaborates on SIBTF Eligibility Requirements, Penalty for Failure to Carry Comp Insurance Affirmed, WCAB and DWC Allow for Limited Email Filing, Business Groups Push Back at Newsom's Expansion of Comp, Much Controversy Surrounds COVID-19 Antibody Tests, DWC Reports 1,542 COVID-19 Coded Claims - So Far, WCIRB Estimates Cost of Conclusive COVID-19 Presumption, SCIF Announces $165 Million in Additional COVID-19 Support.

Todd Olivas, John Castro, Rick Castro speak with Luis Echeverry from Continental Interpreting. This was recorded prior to the coronavirus lockdown. https://www.cis-inc.com/    

Todd Olivas, John Castro, Rick Castro and Jonathan Castro speak with Vanessa Cronkite from Gallagher Bassett. We talk (via Zoom) about life during coronavirus lockdown and how her DAs are handling remote depositions.

Todd Olivas, John Castro, Rick Castro and Jonathan Castro speak with Angel.Guerra-Chagolla of The Pro Firm and Karma N Blessings. We talk (via Zoom) about what people can still do to give back as well as stay connected, engaged and improving their lives. Angel can be contacted at angel@theprofirm.com or on Instagram at @theprofirm @karmanblessings

Todd Olivas, John Castro, Rick Castro and Jonathan Castro from Todd Olivas & Associates Court Reporting talk about their new ebook: "The 6 Things You Must Know In Comp For 2020".  Download this resource at http://www.toddolivas.com/free    

Todd Olivas interviews Zarina Hora, Esq. founder of the Hora Law Firm.

This episode features Todd Olivas, John Castro, Rick Castro and Jonathan Castro "live" on the floor of the Riverside Convention Center for "TOA University 4". This annual event is put on by Todd Olivas & Associates Court Reporting offering 6.0 CEUs to 300+ Claims Managers, Examiners and Adjusters in the Workers Comp industry. 

Todd Olivas interviews Rick Castro, Senior Regional Account Manager at Todd Olivas & Associates.

Todd Olivas, John Castro and Rick Castor interview Mr. Josh Diggs Director of Workers' Comp at Orion Risk Management.

Todd Olivas and John Castro interview Mr. Hector Benjumea, Esq. from the The Law Offices of Singer & Benjumea.

A very special Christmas message from Todd Olivas & Associates.  Todd Olivas, John Castro, Rick Castro, Jonathan Castro, Sherry Longo, Judy Brown, Mari Armendariz and Laura "LG" Kotter say Merry Christmas as well as give a shout out to our TOA University 4 sponsors: Llarena Murdock Lopez & Azizad, APC (https://lmlalaw.com/) Luchay & Associates (http://luchay.com/) Hanna Brophy MacLean McAleer & Jensen LLP (https://hannabrophy.com/) The Law Offices of Singer & Benjumea (http://singerandbenjumea.com/) Laughlin, Falbo, Levy & Moresi (https://www.lflm.com/) The Oaks Law Group (http://theoakslawgroup.com/) MEDplus Health Solutions, LLC (https://medplushs.com/) Continental Interpreting Services, Inc. (https://www.cis-inc.com/) Karma & Blessings / The Professional Females In Risk Management (https://karmanblessings.org / http://theprofirm.com/) Michael Sullivan & Associates (http://www.sullivanattorneys.com/) Cipolla, Calaba & Wollman (http://cipcal.com/) Pearlman, Brown & Wax, LLP - (http://pbw-law.com/) Workers Comp Solutions, Inc - (https://thewcsi.com/) TOA University will be held in Riverside, CA on March 6, 2020 Visit www.TOAUniversity.com  Merry Christmas from Todd Olivas & Associates!

Todd Olivas and John Castro interview Office Managing Partner Todd Ewing, Esq. of Hanna, Brophy, MacLean, McAleer & Jensen, LLP.

Todd Olivas interviews John Paul Castro, VP of Marketing at Todd Olivas & Associates, Inc. a professional services company providing freelance court reporters, interpreters and videographers to the legal industry since 2003.

Todd Olivas and John Castro interview Jennifer Lund, Senior Vice President at Global Risk Capital Insurance.

Todd Olivas and John Castro interview Kala Schmidt, Esq. of The Oaks Law Group.

Todd Olivas, John Castro and Rick Castr interview Caryn Rinaldini from Laughlin, Falbo, Levy & Moresi.  

Todd Olivas, John Castro and Rick Castro talk about TOA University 4 and fear.

Todd Olivas and John Castro interview Kristen Chavez, President/CEO of WorkCompCentral.

Todd Olivas and Rick Castro interview Client Services Manager for Sedgwick, Courtney (Lewis) Wells.

Todd Olivas, John Castro, and Rick Castro interview Senior Partner Keith Figgens, Esq. from Michael Sullivan & Associates, LLP.

Todd Olivas interviews Workers Comp defense attorney, Mike Gaston, Esq. from the Law Offices of Singer & Benjumea.

Todd Olivas interviews Christina Bardelli, Office Manager of Albert and Mackenzie, an 11-office Workers' Comp defense law firm in California.

John Castro, Rick Castro and Jonathan Castro talk about the meaning of life on their first ever podcast together.

Todd Olivas and Rick Castro interview Jeff Adelson, Esq. General Counsel and Co-Managing Partner of Adelson McLean.

Todd Olivas, John Castro and Rick Castro interview Johnny J. Acosta Team Manager, California Service Center, Workers' Compensation Claims at Broadspire, 99 Cents Only Stores.

Todd Olivas and John Castro interview Veda Mabry who is the Human Resources Risk Manager & Safety at PSEB, LLC (Pacific Sunwear and Eddie Bauer).  

Stacey Gunn is the Assistant Vice President, Integrated TPA Operations and Special Investigations for Keenan & Associates

Angel Guerra-Chagolla is Senior Manager, Risk-Finance at ARYZTA, President of The Pro F.I.R.M., and Karma & Blessings. She has worked in WCAB for over 10 years.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. $2B Roundup-Cancer Jury Verdict Reduced to $87M, $13.4M Restitution Affirmed in Largest Premium Fraud Scam, Drobot to Plead Guilty - Faces 50 Years - in NEW Case, Patient "Recruiter" Pleads Guilty in $65M Case, Man Convicted of Stealing Medicare Set Aside Funds, Truck Driver Jailed for Comp Fraud, Chief Judge Says "Degradation of Civility" at WCAB, Applied Underwriters Fined $3 Million for Side Agreements, Self-Insured Employers Claim Frequency Increasing, Study Reviews Side Effects of Short Term Opiates.

This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mike, Robert & Ted discuss all the events of 2018 that we liked & disliked.  An update from John Scalia.  Topics include WCAB, Immigration, Trump’s Wall, March For Our Lives, Guns, Laura Wilson, Breathalyzers, and much more. Subscribe & listen to the weekly show on your favorite social media or podcast platform at workcompmatters.org. #2018inreview #workcompcentral #workcompmatters #wcm97

 with Attorney, Monique Olivier, who represented the plaintiff in Hassell v. Bird, the Yelp case regarding defamatory reviews against professionals, such as physicians, dentists, attorneys, etc.

Is the WCAB so backed up that injured workers could not timely receive their benefits, or are the parties simply not prepared? In this edition of Work Comp matters Steve talks about How the system is supposed to work and the consequences of not being prepared. #workcompmatters #expeditedhearings #wcab #workcompcentral

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. Daniel Capen M.D. - and Dozens More - Indicted, Southland Psychiatrist Arrested, So. Cal. Pharmacy Settles DEA Charges, $647K in Penalties for Farm Labor Wage Theft, Drugmakers Battle PBMs Over Copay Manipulation, Jones Targets Comp Carrier Profits and Tax "Savings", Gov Brown Appoints Non-Attorney to WCAB, AI Defeats Physician In Diagnostic Competition.

Someone hacked into the email account owned by the Chairperson of the WCAB, and the investigation continues to find out who did it. Additionally, Steve, Mike, Robert, and Ted talk more about Christine Baker, Starbucks, Uranus, and last but not least, how to properly shake hands.  

Someone hacked into the email account owned by the Chairperson of the WCAB (Workers Compensation Appeals Board), and the investigation continues to find out who did it. Additionally, Steve, Mike, Robert, and Ted talk more about Christine Baker, Starbucks, Uranus, and last but not least, how to properly shake hands. In a nutshell, February 2018 the WCAB commissioners discovered that in an email communication by Department of Industrial Relations, attorney Mi Kim to the California State Bar’s General Counsel Vanessa Holton, Ms. Kim had attached an e-mail thread between WCAB Chairperson Katherine Zalewski and Ms. Holton that the WCAB board believed could only have been accessed through Chairwoman Zalewski’s e-mail account.

Troy Slaten, Esq. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. No Apportionment Allowed for Failed Surgery, Going and Coming Rule Clarified, Frances Stevens IMR Battle Continues at WCAB, So What's So Unconstitutional About Comp?, 1 Doctor Prescribed 4 Million Opiods in 5 Years, Providence Scheduling Fined $100,000 in Kickback Case, 14 Arrested in Silicon Valley Insurance Fraud Ring, TD and PD Rates Set to Increase in January, Researchers Say Yoga Effective for Low Back Pain, Funeral Services Scheduled for Michael Laughlin Esq.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. WCAB "Insouciant" Deferral of PERS Issue in Death Case Reversed. Jury Convicts Security Officer for Faking Claim. UCLA Health Computers Hacked. Tujunga Man Gets 15 Years For Prescription Drug Conspiracy. DEA Illegally Pays Millions in Comp Benefits to Informants. DWC Ends Paper QME Panel Requests on September 3. Colorado Says No! to Cannabis for PTSD. DWC Gets Tougher On Opoids In Proposed Guideline. DWC Posts New Regs on ICD-10 Transition. Researcher Seek "Synthetic" Cannabis Pain Relief Without Euphoric High.

Eric L. Law, Esq., is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. Court of Appeal Says IBR Applies Prospectively. Judge Dismisses Painkiller Class Action Against NFL. Alleged Malpractice and WCAB "Fraud" Does Not Toll Statute of Limitation. Jury Convicts Former CHP Officer. Kitchen Worker Arrested for Working on TTD. TRIA Expiration Seen as Non Event for Comp Industry. Rating Agencies Say Healthcare Sector Has "Grim" 2015 Outlook. Mileage Rate Increases to 57.5 Cents Per Mile in January. DWC Posts IMR Progress Report. Interpreters Must State Qualifications In Deposition Transcript. DWC Posts Example "End of MPN Coverage" Notice. DIR Publishes Digest of New Law Effective January 1st.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. WCAB panel says no to Joint and Several Award. More suits filed against Drobot and Pacific Hospital. Former Bridezilla faces 14 felonies. Owner of security company gets 40 days in jail. La physician gets jail time in fraud case. Juliann Sum appointed Cal/OSHA Chief. DWC no longer accepting paper MPN reapproval requests. DWC proposes updated chronic pain guideline. WCIRB reports 12% premium increase above 2013. Back brace no help with compression fractures.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. WCAB affirms WCJ order for lien claimant to appear. WCAB rules sub-rosa film admissible despite "No Trespassing" signs. Castro Valley orthopedist arrested on 31 fraud related felonies. San Gabriel physician faces 339 years for drug trafficking. Return-to-Work supplement program pays $5,000. benefit. DWC posts revised copy service regs for public comment. JPA association speakers discuss study on quality care. Healthcare risk managers discuss administration of comp medical benefits. Berkeley City Council studies comp costs. Researchers find genetic role and treatment for post-traumatic arthritis.

Eric Law is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. Court of Appeal Says Privileges Apply to WCAB and Limit Discovery. Lowe's Settles Misclassification Class Action. 6th Circuit Rejects RICO in Workers' Compensation Worker Faces Five Years For Fraudulent Mileage Claims. Operation Nail Polish Nabs $7 Million Chiropractic Fraud. Surge in Drug Testing Deemed "Spigot of Money". Insurers "Shocked" by Cost of New Drugs. SCIF Announces New CEO.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. Nationwide Fraud Bust - Eight Caught in LA. Restaurant Owner Gets 6 Years 8 Months Sentence. Paso Robles Contractor Arrested. WCAB, DWC Issue New Forms. Medical Costs Moderated Before SB 863. Governor Brown Signs Time Extension for Death Benefits. CWCI Update Study Shows Limited Reduction in Opioid Abuse. Physician Dispensed Narcotics Linked to Poor Outcomes. Study Says Minimally Invasive Spine Fusions Have Better Outcomes. Comp Combined Ratio Significantly Improved.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. Drobot Sentencing Hearing Set for December. Safety Officer Benefits Extension Bill in Final Legislative Stages. Katherine Zalewsk Appointed to WCAB. DWC Posts RAND Study on ASC Services and Fees. WCRI Report Says California PD Benefit Nearly Lowest in Nation. Doctors Succeed in Regenerating Muscle Tissue. Painful Injury? There's an App For That! Physician Shortage Prompts Travelers to Expand Nurse Sites. DWC and Maximus Schedule Free IBR Webinar. Toyota Headquarters Exits California - Headed for Texas.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D.is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. Court of Appeal Affirms Finding of Stroke Injury. WCAB Panel Decision Strikes Down Almaraz Rating. Lien Hearing Rep Loses Another Round at WCAB. Spinal Implant Provider Faces Fraud Charges. More Roofing Contractors Arrested For Fraud. Painting Company Owner Arrested. SMART Bill May Solve Medicare Reimbursement Problems. Healthcare Self Insurance Program Struggles to Attract Old Members. Study Says Future Workers' Compensation Profitability is a A Bumpy Road. SCIF Cancels Layoff Plans.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D.is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. Sacramento Bee Employee Convicted of WC Fraud. Illegal Contractor Gets Jail Time for Third Offense. Berkeley City Council Startled by Workers' Compensation Costs. DWC Increases Ambulance Fee Schedule by 2.4%. DWC is Changing Some E-filing Rules. DWC Plans Open Forums for Stakeholder Input. DWC Announces 2012 Carrie Nevans Community Service Awards. Redding Applicant Attorney Appointed to WCAB. American Specialty Launches Workers' Comp Program.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D.is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. Attorney Fee Calculation in COLA Case Clarified by WCAB. Court Approves Rehab Plan for Majestic Insurance. Comp Insurance Coverage Issues Add to NFL Team Woes. Top Health Care Fraud Attorney - Changes Sides. Drug Company Pleads Guilty in Federal Criminal Case. Healthcare Fraud Perpetrated by Biggest Healthcare Industry Players. ACOEM Publishes Guidelines for Chronic Use of Opioids. SCIF Seeks to Offer Workers' Comp in Other States. TTD Rates to Increase Next Year. DWC Compounding Pharmaceutical Pricing Error Discovered.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. Employers Holdings Reports Full Year Income Decline. Injuries Among Public Sector Employees Increased for the First Time in Five Years. CIGA Prevails Against City of Laguna Beach in Reimbursement Case. Calif. Construction Company Sued for Misclassifying, Underpaying Workers. DWC Proposed Changes to MPN and Employee Information Regulations. CWCI Scorecard Examines Restaurant Claims in the California Workers' Comp System. Talk Therapy Reduces Back Pain? Contractor Guilty of Workers' Comp Fraud. Court Orders End to Furloughs for DWC, WCAB and Other State Workers. AIG Pumps $2.3 Billion Into "Long-Tail" Loss Reserves.

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D.is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. Technicolor Inc. Prevails With Exclusive Remedy Defense of Cancer Case. Clarification of Sandhagen UR Process Made by WCAB. Hollister HVAC Company Charged with WC Fraud. More State Funds May Be Up For Sale. No Big Comp Reforms This Year In Any State. WCRI Details Comp Market Post Recession. Workers Over 65 Have Lower Comp Indemnity Cost, NCCI Finds. Restaurant Self-Insured Group Wins 4th Conviction for Work Comp Fraud.

Robert Nichols Esq is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. Spinal Surgery Second Opinion Process Clarified by WCAB. Multiple Amicus Briefs Filed in Ogilvie Appeal. Daly City Councilwoman Pleads Not Guilty. CDI Terror Financing Probe Targets California Insurers. Harvard Study: Computers Don't Save Hospitals Money. Workers' Comp Managers Going Back-to-Basics to Manage Claims Costs. Some Comp Cost Increases Blamed on Medicare Rules. Court of Appeal Clarifies. Commencement of Cost of Living Adjustment for Life Pensions. CMS Network Lien Reps Face Sanctions for Frivolous Litigation. San Bernardino Bus Driver Convicted of Workers' Compensation Fraud.

In this episode the WCAB retreats somewhat in new Almaraz/Guzman opinions. The WCAB maintains the same DFEC formula in Ogilvie. Pfizer pays $2.3 billion fine for fraud. Zurich net income drops 53% ss recession takes toll. A study shows low wage earners "pressured" not to make Work Comp claims. Emerging model of "retail" delivery of health care is cost effective. Section 111 reporting requirements for the MMSEA delayed until 2010 or later. WC lawyers and doctors must comply with FTC red flags identity theft rule by November 1. Judge exempts 6,000 SCIF workers from furloughs. Comp premiums decline as layoffs shrink payrolls. Health care reform likely to indirectly affect workers compensation.