Advancing Advocacy in Risk Management is a new way of managing the experience of a claimant to maximize the benefit to all stakeholders. The initial focus is on workers’ compensation, but this same mindset can be used for general liability, safety programs, and any other risk management setting where someone is handling a claim. The need for timely, understandable, and empathetic communication has gained traction in the past few years.…
Advancing Advocacy in Risk Management is a new way of managing the experience of a claimant to maximize the benefit to all stakeholders. The initial focus is on workers’ compensation, but this same mindset can be used for general liability, safety programs, and any other risk management setting where someone is handling a claim. The need for timely, understandable, and empathetic communication has gained traction in the past few years.…
A Free Webinar - August 7, 2025 @ 1pm ET Too often, the workers’ compensation process is viewed solely through the lens of data, compliance, and cost. But at the heart of every claim is a person—an injured worker navigating physical pain, emotional strain, and the complexities of a system that can feel overwhelming. This webinar expands on our impactful article series, “The Voice of the Injured Worker,” by exploring…
Episode 7 of Straight Outta Workers’ Comp features Roberta Mike, Field Specialist with Strategic Comp. She has been a work comp adjuster for 44 years, including the last 15 as a field adjuster where she visits with employers, injured workers, and other stakeholders. The conversation is wide-ranging, from what she learned through our WRPA and WRP curriculum (certified in both) to her efforts to help the next generation of claims…
Episode 7 of Straight Outta Workers’ Comp features Roberta Mike, Field Specialist with Strategic Comp. She has been a work comp adjuster for 44 years, including the last 15 as a field adjuster where she visits with employers, injured workers, and other stakeholders. The conversation is wide-ranging, from what she learned through our WRPA and WRP curriculum (certified in both) to her efforts to help the next generation of claims…
Episode 6 of Straight Outta Workers’ Comp features Donald Rhea, partner at The Rhea Firm (plaintiff counsel), and Mike Fish, Partner at Fish Nelson & Holden (defense counsel). They are collegial combatants in the battle over the constitutionality of workers’ compensation in Alabama. Interestingly, the primary driver is to get the attention of stakeholders – especially the legislature – to address the unfairness of the maximum weekly wage ($220) and attorney…
Episode 6 of Straight Outta Workers’ Comp features Donald Rhea, partner at The Rhea Firm (plaintiff counsel), and Mike Fish, Partner at Fish Nelson & Holden (defense counsel). They are collegial combatants in the battle over the constitutionality of workers’ compensation in Alabama. Interestingly, the primary driver is to get the attention of stakeholders – especially the legislature – to address the unfairness of the maximum weekly wage ($220) and attorney…
An Open Question and Answer EventMay 28, 2025 @ 3:00PM EasternRegister Today! WorkCompCollege.com has launched the first two certification programs for Artificial Intelligence in Workers' Compensation. Join us for a live and candid discussion about these programs. the development, intent, and purpose of each will be discussed, and your questions will be answered! Join President Robert Wilson, Provost Mark Pew and EVP Business Development Melissa Steger for an in-depth look…
A Free Webinar - June 3, 2025 @ 1:00 PM Eastern This webinar will discuss how to create a culture of health and wellness in work comp. Serving in the role of a claims adjuster, nurse case manager, medical provider, service provider, regulator, employer is often filled with stress and complexity. Since an empty cup cannot help fill others, being effective and productive must start with wellness by the experts.…
A Free Webinar - May 21, 2025 @ 1 PM Eastern Sponsored By: How will the workers' compensation industry adapt to the growing shortage of medical providers? What is the solution? Nurse Practioners or PA's? Process simplification to attract more physicians? Our participants will talk about this, along with a compelling WCRI study on this very same topic. Presenters: Register Today! Seats Are Limited! This webinar has concluded. You may…
