Board Can't Audit Bills Submitted by Carrier but Can Be Liable for Interest

A Louisiana appellate court ruled that the Workers' Compensation Second Injury Board is not entitled to audit the medical bills submitted by an insurance carrier for reimbursement and that it can be held liable for interest on an award. Case: Nationwide Agribusiness Insurance Co. v. State of Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Second Injury Board, No. 2019 CA 1101, 06/18/2020, published. Facts: Darrell Shanks worked for Big 4 Trucking Inc. as a driver. He suffered injuries to his back and hip in a crash in March 2014. In July 2015, Shanks' left knee gave way as he w...