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Model Contract Language for Independent Contractors/Resident Managers

Many members within CHWCA hire individuals under a contractual services arrangement. It is important to recognize that these types of service arrangements do not lend themselves to CHWCA’s coverage, and are specifically excluded under the Memorandum of Coverage. read more ...

Legislative Updates - Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Case decisions and legislative proposals have been very active over the last few months. The workers’ compensation climate continues to focus on change in 2008. 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 ...