WCRI: Pandemic Potentially Influencing TD Trends

Recent changes in the duration of temporary disability in Texas could reflect the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic conditions, according to a recent study by the Workers Compensation Research Institute. Prior to the pandemic, Texas experienced strong growth in employment and wages across most industrial sectors.  “However, as the pandemic struck, businesses were forced to close or limit operations for a time and jobs were lost, resulting in more limited return-to-work opportunities for workers with injuries; this likely contributed to the increased duration of temporar...