Bill Would Prohibit Use of Some Cumulative Trauma Claims for Ratemaking

Illinois lawmakers are considering a bill that would limit how cumulative trauma claims would affect insurance rates and includes language that holds previous employers liable. Introduced Friday, SB 1305 states that an injury that “results from repetitive or cumulative trauma and occurs within six months after the employee begins his or her employment shall not be considered by a workers' comp insurer in setting the premium rate for the employer.” The bill also states that “[i]f an award is made for benefits in connection with repetitive or cumulative injury resulting f...