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Highlights from the September 2023 Insurance Carrier Quarterly Meeting
On 09/20/2023, DWC held its Carrier Quarterly Meeting. Nikki Karr, Director of...
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DWC Issues Notice of Proposed Rule Review
DWC has announced it will review all sections in the following chapters...
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The Effect of Disclosure of Information to an Insured Employer
Does the attorney-client privilege extend to communications between a carrier’s legal counsel...
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Austin Court of Appeals Finds DWC Is Misapplying SIBs Rule
In an important decision, the Austin Court of Appeals has determined that...
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Expectations for EDI Compliance: A Guide for Insurance Carriers
Introduction This article outlines the expectations for compliance with the new Electronic...
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Meet the Newest FOL Attorney
FOL is very pleased to introduce you to our newest associate attorney. ...
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Important SOAH Decision on First Responder Cancer Presumption
The State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) recently released a critically important...
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DWC Introduces New Form in Conjunction with DWC-32 Changes
In May 2023, the Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC) introduced new “Requests...
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PRIMA Conference Scheduled for November
The Texas Chapter of the Public Risk Management Association (PRIMA) has announced...
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DWC Summary of Recent Workers’ Compensation Legislation
House Bill (HB) 90 - Benefits for members of Texas Military Forces...
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Texas Supreme Court to Review Liability for Employee Injuries on Public Roadways
In a significant development, the Texas Supreme Court has granted the petition...
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DWC Releases Final COVID-19 Results Factsheet
To understand the impact of COVID-19 on the Texas workers’ compensation system,...
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