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The New York Workers’ Compensation Board’s January 2026 proposed amendments to Sections 300.10, 301.1, and 301.3 may appear to be merely procedural, but they are not....more
In Part 1 of this series, we introduced the Federal Acquisition Regulation’s (FAR) approach to insurance and risk allocation in federal procurement, focusing on FAR Part 28 and the insurance-related clauses in FAR Subpart...more
U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - USA v. Brice - Indian prosecutions, prior convictions - USA v. Lightsey - sentencing, ACCA...more
Contractors – of all tiers – are often surprised to learn they may be considered a “special employer” of individuals who actually work for independent third parties—such as temporary staffing agencies or equipment rental...more
In the realm of New York workers’ compensation claims, return-to-work (RTW) programs serve as a critical bridge between injury recovery and workforce re-entry. These initiatives not only aid injured employees in regaining...more
A recent decision from the New York Appellate Division, Third Department, offers a clear, claimant-leaning reading of Workers’ Compensation Law § 15(3)(w), as well as a practical reminder that suspending indemnity benefits...more
Yoder v. McCarthy Construction, Inc., --- A.3d ---, 2025 WL 2981889 (Pa. Oct. 23, 2025) - Immunity under Pennsylvania’s Worker’s Compensation Act is a powerful tool against tort liability—but the viability of the statutory...more
In cases involving a grave injury, such as a Wrongful Death case, it is important to understand the interplay between CGL and 1B Coverage. 1B Coverage provides employer liability coverage for bodily injuries sustained by an...more
If you are injured because of another party's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. However, the type and amount of compensation depend on whether your case is considered a personal injury matter or a workers'...more
The Delaware Industrial Accident Board recently issued a defense decision in favor of C&S Wholesale Grocers, reinforcing an important limitation on compensability under Delaware workers’ compensation law. Acceptance of an...more
Jurisdiction: Court of Appeal of California, Fourth Appellate District, Division One - The plaintiffs — municipal employees — sued the City of San Diego and one of its officials for injuries they allegedly suffered from...more
Seven workers’ compensation decisions were released by the New York 3rd Dept. the week of 2/11/2026: Matter of Jackson v New York Foundling Hospital - The claimant, a social worker, had a variety of ailments that led to an...more
The 2026 Florida Legislative Session is in full swing. There are several proposed bills that, if passed, may affect employers moving forward. The RumbergerKirk Employment team will continue to monitor these bills as they move...more
For some odd reason, we have had several workplace assault claims come to us recently. As a result, we have had to dust off and update our research into the compensability of the claims and the injuries sustained. The...more
Two new 3rd Dept. workers’ compensation cases this week plus one Unemployment Insurance decision on independent contractor status. None of them are good for the defense....more
In a notable shift with significant potential future liability for public entities, the Oregon Supreme Court found that an injured worker whose injury is covered by his private employer’s workers’ compensation insurance may...more
New York and New York City lawmakers were busy throughout 2025 enacting labor and employment-related legislation. Understanding these critical legal updates is essential for employers seeking to comply with applicable laws...more
This past year saw many changes to Colorado’s legislative landscape affecting businesses and employers. We’re here to help you stay informed on what’s new. This Insight will cover the biggest laws that recently took effect,...more
With winter storms sweeping across much of the country, employers can expect an increase in snow- and ice-related injuries. Generally, worker’s compensation laws cover injuries that arise out of and in the course of...more
California’s Workplace – Know Your Rights Act (SB 294), requires employers to provide employees with annual written notice of key workplace rights. The law seeks to “equip California workers with knowledge of their rights...more
Last year, the California Legislature passed Senate Bill 294, which established the Workplace Know Your Rights Act. The Act requires California employers, on or before February 1, 2026, and thereafter upon a new hire and...more
Last year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) made changes to its reporting rules, Section 111, specifically as it relates to Medicare Set-Asides (MSAs). Section 111 audits will begin next month, related to...more
John Robert Wingate v. Blades Fire Company, IAB No. 1532362 (Oct. 29, 2025) - The claimant suffered a work-related injury to his back on January 28, 2023, resulting in the parties entering into a “Medical Only” agreement...more
Pinellas County Transit Auth. v. Jackson, Fla. 1st DCA, No. 1D2024-1522, 2025 WL 3152666, at *2, Nov. 12, 2025 - The claimant initially injured her shoulder at work in 2021. During that claim, it was determined she made...more
Giuseppe Amato v. Twp. of Ocean School District, No. A-31-24 (Dec. 11, 2025) - The main issue in this appeal was whether a teacher was an essential employee who was entitled to a rebuttable presumption that getting COVID-19...more