Bill Would Require Study of Delays in First Responder Claims

Connecticut lawmakers are considering legislation that would require a formal study of delays in workers' compensation claims filed by police officers and firefighters. HB 5385, introduced Thursday and referred to the Joint Committee on Labor and Public Employees, would direct the state Workers’ Compensation Commission to examine the causes of undue delay in such claims. Under the proposal, the commission would study factors contributing to delays, including administrative processing issues, medical provider availability and scheduling limitations, and insurer authorization require...