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November 19 2004
CA WCAB - 4610 Mandatory or UR Barred
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TOP HEADLINES:
The CA WCAB says the UR time limits in 4610 are mandatory and if a carrier
misses them, it is barred from using UR.
FL's 1st says a JCC can not reject evidence that was earlier said to be
considered.
FL's 1st District reversed a JCC's award of credit where the issue was not
raised at trial.
Undocumented aliens who suffer work injuries may sue for lost wages in NY
courts, a Brooklyn judge has ruled.
CA Ins. Comm. Garamendi sued Universal Life Resources and four carriers alleged
to have hidden millions in commissions.
An ALJ upheld a finding that a CA Dr presented an 'unacceptable risk' to the
public.
The Texas Workers' Compensation Commission yesterday named Robert L. 'Bob' Shipe
as Executive Director.
NY Atty Gen Spitzer and UnumProvident entered a landmark settlement re
inappropriately denied disability claims.
The Texas Workers' Compensation Commission has released a Pre-Proposal Draft of
rule amendments for the Electronic Billing and Reimbursment Project.
The Oregon WCD has revised Bulletin 248, 'MCO geographical service areas.'
Oklahoma's State Board for Property and Casualty Rates announced its approval of
NCCI's catastrophe filing.
Marsh continued to clean house with the termination of 5 Board members and top
executives.
A Mountain View physician surrendered his license after getting busted inhaling
nitrous oxide.
The Nat'l Assoc of Professional Insurance Agents called comments by the Consumer
Federation of AM 'outrageous.'
Embattled Marsh McLennan named Gibson, Dunn partner, Peter Beshar, Sr VP,
General Counsel.
OSHA's annual enforcement report reflects a 10% increase in citations over the
last 5 years.
The TWCC will present a one-day educational seminar on OSHA Record Keeping and
Training 12/1.
The TX WCC will present a one-day educational seminar on OSHA Record Keeping and
Training 12/8.
Platinum Underwriters has amended the option issued to RenaissanceRe from a
fixed price to a net share basis.
ACE USA announced that it is enhancing its Defense Base Act product offerings.
A former chief custodian in CT was arrested and charged on multiple counts of
work comp fraud.
S&P affirmed credit and financial strength ratings of CNA's insurance
affiliates.
Certified Services reported flat earnings on slightly lower revenues for the
quarter.
The West Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission sought injunctions against 3
businesses in premium default.
Odyssey Re declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.03125 per share.
Harleysville Group management discussed the company's progress at fifth biennial
analyst day.
Big capital gains boosted the P/C industry surplus in 2003 to record levels,
says AM Best.
Ohio Casualty will participate in the Friedman Billings Ramsey 11th Annual
Investor Conference in NY.
Cleveland Brother's Construction was fined $58K by OSHA for trenching hazards.
ACE Limited declared a quarterly dividend of 21 cents payable on January 14.
State Auto will be a presenting company at the Friedman Billings Ramsey 11th
Annual Investor Conference.
Neal Fuller, Safeco vice president-Finance, will address Friedman Billings
Ramsey's 11th Annual Investor Conference in NY.
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Private capital sees 'lots of zeros' in the profit margins of CA medical
provider networks.
RAND is not satifisfied with any of the treatment guides it has reviewed, which
may delay new AD guides.
Work comp figures big in CA CIO's technology plan for the future.
TX' 1st District ruled that admission of a plaintiff's work comp benefits was
not error in a negligence trial.
The TWCC is seeking data prior to the next pre-proposal of a draft Dental Fee
Guideline rule.
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Rating downgrades in the P/C industry slowed in 2004 but outpace upgrades for
the 4th consecutive year says AM Best.
A RAND study finds that victims of 09/11 have received at least $38.1B, raises
questions on equity, fairness.
TWCC and OSHA have joined STEPS to promote safety and health in the oil and gas
industry.
XL Capital plans to sell debt instruments to raise up to $650M.
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Marsh's Board started cleaning out the executive suite, firing the President/COO
and Chairman/CEO.
NAMIC wants the NAIC and NCOIL to stay cool during the bid rigging investigation
turmoil.
Standard & Poor's says XL Capital's $650M in debt gets an 'A'.
Moody's has assigned an A2 rating to the proposed $300M and $350M debt
offerings by XL Capital Ltd.
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An unlicensed/uninsured FL contractor faces 10 years in jail for comp fraud.
Fitch Ratings assigned a rating of 'A' to both of XL Capital Ltd's debt
offerings.
Concentra revenues increased slightly for the quarter, but it still reported a
$9M operating loss.
OSHA has cited Tortilleria Atofonilco of Chicago over $163K for amputation
risks.
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Caremark Rx intends to present at the CIBC World Markets Fifteenth Annual
Healthcare Conference 11/10.
OSHA recognized Homogenous Metals of NY with the Star VPP award.
Platinum Underwriters declared an eight cent 3Q dividend payable 12/31.
ASSE will hold its SeminarFest February 13-19, 2005 in Las Vegas.
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OSHA fined AR based Windsor Republic more than $155K for repeated, serious
safety violations.
Platinum Underwriters reported a 3Q net loss of $69.8M, largely from hurricane
exposures.
American Physicians Capital reported net income of $4.5M; compared to last
year's $77M loss.
FPIC Insurance Group reported its 3Q net income increased to $7.5 million.
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CA ARTICLE - PPeer Review and CA Workers' Compensation - FAQ; Frequently Asked
Questions about MPNs and peer review.
Mark Pew advocates that peer review in the context of California workers'
compensation is not only good for the system, but good for
physicians as well.
Pew explains his view point in the Insurers segment link at
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CALIFORNIA WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIMS AND BENEFITS Eleventh Edition By former
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News 10/22/04: CA Case is Bizarre, Unusual and a Must Read
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CA's 2nd ruled that the indemnity agreement between a contractor and sub
prohibit subrogation by the sub for work comp.
A bizarre tale of multiple frauds, professional misconduct, and more was
disclosed by CA's 1st Appellate District in this "must read."
A former TX insurance executive is on the run after a 21 count indictment for
fraud and embezzlement was released.
S&P will hold a conference call today at 11 ET to discuss Spitzer's actions
against the major insurance brokers.
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RemedyTemp is appealing yesterday's adverse ruling to the CA Supreme Court.
Greater New York Insurance Companies has been admitted to write business in MD.
The IA WCD announced a premium reduction and corrected the phone number for the
administrator hearing.
Indiana's Workers' Compensation Board will host a free seminar 10/28.
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S&P has lowered its counterparty credit rating on AON in response to the Spitzer
action.
Willis Group has discontinued all contingency payment deals with insurers.
S&P has put Willis Group on CreditWatch with negative implications.
PMA Capital has amended its debt buy back offer.
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Computer Sciences has introduced a new version of its POINT IN policy software.
OSHA cited a Chicago company $172K for repeated safety and health violations.
Ultratech was honored for the 9th time in 10 years by its carrier and broker for
its health and safety record.
Gevity announced a 3Q earnings increase to $148M.
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Cincinnati Financial reported a slight drop in 3Q net income to $90M.
AJ Gallagher declared a quarterly dividend payable 1/14.
PMA Capital has promoted Lisa Hanssen to Assistant Vice President.
AIG has reported its 3Q net income of $2.51B.
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American Financial posted net earnings of $172M for the quarter.
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CA ARTICLE - Vocational Rehabilitation: What to Expect, Part 2
There are still some entitled to vocational rehabilitation in CA.
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