New Emergency Workers’ Compensation Rules Take Effect

Posted on: July 7th, 2020 by Leaders' Choice Staff No Comments

The Department of Insurance has approved emergency workers’ compensation rules dealing with COVID-19 and California employers. The rules were recommended by the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau to bring fairness for employers’ experience rating during the COVID-19 pandemic amid shelter-at-home orders and for dealing with claims of workers who contract COVID-19 on the job. The […]

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Tips for Successful Telecommuting During Outbreak

Posted on: March 18th, 2020 by Leaders' Choice Staff No Comments

As the coronavirus spread ramps up and more people are being asked to self-isolate, many employers are scrambling to put systems in place to allow their employees to telecommute. Many companies are not set up for telecommuting arrangements, and they have legitimate concerns about productivity, communications ― and even the possibility of workers’ comp claims […]

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