In discussing issues of ' in Illinois, a "policy analyst" noted that the state could learn from Wisconsin and some of the changes that have occurred with its comp laws. His state should follow Wisconsin's lead and make causation, according to this "analyst," a...
Month: February 2016
Legislative changes seem likely for Wisconsin comp law
The Wisconsin Assembly has passed a bill that amends parts of the state's ' comp law, both improving the amount of benefit payments to injured and potentially taking away all right to from some injured while impaired. The bill cleared the Assembly with a unanimous...
Don’t get messed with in Texas
Texas is often held up as an economic miracle and a great place for because there are so many jobs available. But occasionally, a story comes along and reminds us that Texas and its economic wonders, often extracts a high price from those "lucky" . Down there, they...
Is your county liable for volunteers?
A county commission in Pennsylvania recognized a risk and they checked with the county's liability and ' insurers as to the potential for a claim stemming from a group of volunteers with the Sheriff's department. This group, known as the "Sheriff's Posse" apparently...