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Model Contract Language for Independent Contractors/Resident Managers - Tuesday, April 22, 2008

At the April 17, 2008, Board of Directors Meeting, Board Counsel Steve Kabot provided a summary analysis of the issue of an Independent Contractor hired via a contractual arrangement with the Housing Authority versus an Employee of the Housing Authority and its impact on workers’ compensation coverage.

Legislative Updates - Wednesday, April 9, 2008

The last day to introduce new bills was February 22, 2008. The proposed new bills, along with recent caselaw decisions, demonstrate the year 2008 appears to be heading for some significant changes in the workers’ compensation climate. read more ...

Court Decision on Interpretation of EWC Policies - Thursday, April 3, 2008

A recent Superior Court decision (Supervalu Inc. dba New Albertson’s Inc. v. Wexford Underwriting Managers; TransAmerica Insurance Co; TIG Insurance Co.; and Continental Insurance Co.), (LC076533) clarified that the cost of each injury suffered by a worker must stand on its own regarding meeting the excess “retention” level. The outcome of this case supports the way excess claims are reported for CHWCA. We have asked in the past and continue to require that all claims “stand alone” and that payments and reserves relate to the specific claim and not be lumped under one “Master” file. read more ...

First Aid Only Claims Notice - Monday, March 17, 2008

Timely and accurate reporting of First Aid Only claims to the CHWCA Third Party Administrator, ICS, can save money and potentially avoid the time and expense of having to investigate a claim two to three months later when it somehow “re-emerges”. Understanding when to report a First Aid Only claim is equally important. read more ...

2007 CAJPA Priority Legislation Status Report - November 14, 2007

The first year of the 2007-2008 legislative session has ended and CAJPA members have sent hundreds of letters to state legislators and to Governor Schwarzenegger. This report details the status of 22 of CAJPA's priority bills. read more ...

Legislative Update - October 22, 2007

With the end of the current legislative session, Governor Schwarzenegger has signed or vetoed bills which will impact the workers' compensation industry. The following is an update on the Governor's decisions as well as current discussions or actions in the industry. read more ...