by leightonkd | Aug 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
Workers’ compensation law is a difficult thing to change. However, Connecticut may be close to expanding coverage to include post-traumatic stress. At least in special circumstances… …and only for police officers and first responders. It’s an...
by leightonkd | Aug 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
Should I Agree to a Nurse Case Manager? “The insurance company wants to assign a nurse case manager to my case. Should I agree?” This is a good and difficult question. This is what the relevant section from the Workers’ Compensation Commission’s Professional Guide...
by leightonkd | Aug 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
INTRODUCTION The respondents can challenge treatment recommended by the attending physician by either obtaining a Respondents’ Medical Examination or, in some instances, through utilization review. The following is a summary of the four-step utilization review...
by leightonkd | Aug 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
Driving a commercial truck can be a lucrative way to make a living while seeing the country. However, getting behind the wheel of a huge tractor-trailer that can weigh tens of thousands of pounds requires a significant amount of care and responsibility. This is...
by leightonkd | Aug 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
When you think of a work-related injury, you may think of broken bones, burns, or other traumatic injuries that may occur in an accident. However, many industries can put workers at risk of other, long-term and even permanent injuries due to the nature of the job. One...
