Free Courses
Free Webinar: Civil Money Penalties and Work Comp
Upcoming Live Seminars | 07/29/20 | 200
Overview: In February 2020, CMS released a Notice of Proposed Rule Making indicating the potential for civil money penalties to be introduced for discrepancies with Medicare mandatory insurer reporting. During a 60-day comment period, Medicare Secondary Payer organizations had the opportunity to comment on the proposed rules. The emphasis of the WCC MSP webinar is to review the responses filed by individuals, payers, and other interested stakeholders to provide attendees the different perspectives, suggestions, ideas, and recommendations based on the various responses.&nbs... Read More
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Free Webinar: Telemedicine - A Guide For Treating Remote Workers
Upcoming Live Seminars | 07/23/20 | 339
If you need registration assistance, please contact our live support team from 8:00AM - 5:00PM PACIFIC TIME at 805-484-0333 Ext. 3, or email support@workcompcentral.com Overview: A "nuts and bolts" overview of all things telemedicine and what employers need to know when it comes to managing remote workforces and work-related injuries now and into the future. Topics to be Discussed: What is telemedicine? How can it be used to treat injured workers? What is the difference between telemedicine and telehealth? How can telemedicine be used to "see" workers'... Read More
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Free Webinar: Mid-Year Professional Administration Update
Upcoming Live Seminars | 07/15/20 | 452
If you need registration assistance, please contact our support team from 8:00AM - 5:00PM PST at 805-484-0333 Ext. 3, or email support@workcompcentral.com. Overview: In recent months there have been changes from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) around guidelines related to professional administration. Moreover, changes to certain areas of workers’ compensation have allowed for professional administration to be an effective tool in resolving claims and supporting the claimant post-settlement. Learning Objectives: Join Shawn Deane, General Counsel for Amet... Read More
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Free Webinar: Racial Inequity for Professionals in Workers' Comp
Upcoming Live Seminars | 07/09/20 | 932
Overview: Racial Inequity for Professionals in Workers' Comp: A roadmap for improving race relations at work. WorkCompCentral and our distinguished panel will discuss racial inequity in the workers' compensation industry. Where does the discussion about racial inequity begin? Do we have a problem in our industry? What can we do about it? What can you do? How do we move the needle in the right direction? Join Kristen Chavez and Yvonne Guibert as they discuss racial inequity in our industry. The panel will offer a frank and open discussion that includes personal stori... Read More
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Balancing Parenting & Work in Time of Crisis and Beyond
Free Online Training | 06/24/20 | 102
This webinar is proudly sponsored by Texas Mutual. Please note this program is intended as informational only - credits have not been approved. Overview: The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically shifted many things in our lives, including the way we work. Fresh off the Father’s Day holiday, this panel of busy professionals will share how they’ve balanced their personal and professional lives during this time when we’ve all made concessions to our new reality. We’ll also discuss the return-to-office plans we have as well as how the long-term future of work may... Read More
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A Glimpse into Texas Pandemic Claims from the Legal Perspective
Free Online Training | 06/18/20 | 2461
Overview: Our panel discussion offers an extensive look into the legal aspects from three different perspectives that challenge stakeholders in workers' compensation and claims handling during the COVID-19 pandemic. The session is brought to you by WorkCompCentral and focuses on live conversations and exchanges giving the audience a glimpse into the daily life of real workers’ compensation professionals and the real-life ethical dilemmas they face on a daily basis. First, we will consider how decision-makers make strategic decisions to accept or deny claims... Read More
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Open for Business - Optimism and Challenges Facing Employers
Free Online Training | 06/11/20 | 2174
Sponsored By: Session 1 Overview: Fighting Fraud During COVID-19. Session 1 Talking Points: Insurance related investigations are essential services. Case examples Recent trends Technology: Video interviewing, remote serveillance, and social media Value and cost savings Packaging for prosecution A Prosecutor's perspective. Session 1 Instructors: Adam McMahan, Vice President, Frasco Investigations Shaddi Kamiabipour, Orange County District Attorney's Office Session 2 Overview: Open for Business During COVID-19, Optimismand Challenge... Read More
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Free Webinar: The Future of Workers' Compensation
Free Online Training | 06/05/20 | 964
Overview: Let’s face it, workers’ compensation is one of those topics that no one really cares to talk about, or thinks to talk about, until it becomes necessary. Some law schools barely touch on the subject. It can be a highly complex system and the system varies depending on state or federal jurisdiction of the injury. As much as we are all consumed with what seems to be the never-ending discussions of the coronavirus pandemic, it has shed light on the very topic that little ever want to discuss- workers’ compensation in America. With some state, and even some fede... Read More
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Online Courses
2020 Updated Rules of Practice and Procedure
New Law / Case Law | 03/07/20 | 2084
Overview: Q: Do you know what happened to me at the WCAB this week? A: No! Q: I got chewed out by a judge for NOT knowing the new WCAB Rules of Practice and Procedure that went into effect on January 1, 2020. A: What new WCAB Rules of Practice and Procedure? Q: Exactly!! This four-hour program will provide everyone who appears at the WCAB district offices all of the new WCAB Rules of Practice and Procedure and how they affect your work as lawyers, claims professionals, and non-attorney hearing representatives. Two of WorkCompCentral’s respecte... Read More
$129.00
2020 Super Saturday Ethics Program
New Law / Case Law | 01/18/20 | 4208
Overview: With a few exceptions, most attorneys who are actively practicing law in California must take 25 hours of MCLE every three years and file a report with the State Bar. Those hours must include the following: • At least four hours of legal ethics • At least one hour on competence issues • At least one hour in an area called the Recognition and Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession and Society This pro... Read More
$129.00
2019 Case Law Update
New Law / Case Law | 11/14/19 | 2692
Overview: Learn about significant new case law in 2019, including a stimulating analysis of what you need to know and how to apply them in your workers' compensation practice. Program Learning Outcomes: Updated knowledge of case law in 2019. Providing underutilized strategies to implement in everyone's law practice. Improving your workers' compensation practice and procedures. Instructors: WCJ David L. Pollak - Van Nuys Workers' Compensation Appeals Board WCJ Robert G. Rassp - Los Angeles, Workers' Compensation Appeals Board Frank Christi... Read More
$129.00
2019 Annual Liens Update
Liens, Lien / Hearing Rep | 09/01/19 | 2778
Overview: Join Judges Myrle Petty and Robert Hill as they discuss vital liens updates for the entire spectrum of Work Comp professionals. Law, procedure and important changes will be covered in detail. This annual event will provide the specialty tools needed for success. Program Learning Topics: Upon completion of this program, students will have a better understanding on varius topics, including: Cost pettions under Labor Code Section 5811 Interpreter Issues IBR Petitions Non-IBR Petitions Special topics Copy Service liens Labor Code Section 4615 stays... Read More
$129.00
Legal Specialization Test Prep - Disability Evaluation and Apportionment
Litigation | 08/20/19 | 307
Overview: Hon. Clint Feddersen designed this course to prepare experienced workers' compensation attorneys to become California Certified Legal Specialists in Workers' Compensation Law. Program Learning Outcomes: This test preparation training series will provide a review of the following topics that may be on the examination: Disability Evaluation and Apportionment Summary and Test Strategies Time for Direct Q&A Instructor: Hon. Clint Feddersen - Workers' Compensation Judge - Van Nuys WCAB Read More
$129.00
Legal Specialization Test Prep - Practice and Procedure / Medical Issues
Litigation | 08/20/19 | 320
Overview: Hon. Clint Feddersen designed this course to prepare experienced workers' compensation attorneys to become California Certified Legal Specialists in Workers' Compensation Law. Program Learning Outcomes: This test preparation training series will provide a review of the following topics that may be on the examination: Practice and Procedures Medical Issues Time for Direct Q&A Instructor: Hon. Clint Feddersen - Workers' Compensation Judge - Van Nuys WCAB Read More
$129.00
2019 Legal Specialization Test Prep - The Series
Litigation | 08/20/19 | 3009
Overview: This 3-part series instructed by Hon. Clint Feddersen is designed to prepare experienced workers' compensation attorneys to become California Certified Legal Specialists in Workers' Compensation Law. Program Learning Outcomes: This test preparation training will provide a quick but comprehensive review of all areas of workers' compensation law that may be on the examination, including: Ethics and Professional Responsibility Remedies and Defenses Practice Procedures Medical Issues Disability Evaluation and Apportionment Test strategies will als... Read More
$299.00
Legal Specialization Test Prep - Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Litigation | 08/05/19 | 543
Overview: Hon. Clint Feddersen designed this course to prepare experienced workers' compensation attorneys to become California Certified Legal Specialists in Workers' Compensation Law. Program Learning Outcomes: This test preparation training series will provide a review of the following topics that may be on the examination: Ethics and Professional Responsibility Remedies and Defenses Time for Direct Q&A Instructor: Hon. Clint Feddersen - Workers' Compensation Judge - Van Nuys WCAB Read More
$129.00
Handling Cases of Serious & Willful Misconduct of the Employer-Review and Practice Hints
New Law / Case Law | 07/18/19 | 1559
Overview: This webinar provides a guide to handling cases of serious and willful misconduct of employers. Examining various reviews and practice hints, Frank Christine III, Esq. will offer a review of the Labor Code, recent cases, and practice pointers to hone in a legal skill set. Program Learning Outcomes: Define serious and willful misconduct Differentiate specific and CT injury claims Discovery Analyze relevant case law Appraise penalty assessment Credits: This course qualifies for "Participatory" educational credit hours in California. Instruct... Read More