Category: Straight Outta Workers’ Comp Podcast – Audio

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…

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Episode 5 of Straight Outta Workers' Comp features Kristin Carnovale Green, President and Chief Purpose Officer for David Corey Company. She also, importantly, starts her LinkedIn profile with the term "good human," which is a perfect description of who she is. Kristin is a whirlwind of positivity, leaving an imprint on everyone with whom she interacts. Kristin, Mark, and Bob shared their individual journeys in advocating that workers' compensation embrace being kind…

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This episode features noted Occ Health Expert Dr. Robert Emery, Professor of Occupational Health at University of Texas School of Public Health. He takes us into the cross section of workplace safety and occupational health with a dynamic discussion around the impact of awareness and prevention.  A copy of the Performance Based Metrics Study Bob mentions in the podcast is available here. Bob Emery has over 40 years of experience in…

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In this episode of Straight Outta Workers' Comp, hosts Bob Wilson and Mark Pew discuss significant changes in the Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) sector with expert guests Heather Sanderson and Brendan D'Souza from Sanderson Firm. The conversation covers upcoming regulatory updates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), including new mandatory reporting requirements for workers' compensation settlements over $750, the elimination of CMS review for zero-dollar Medicare Set-Asides…

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The "Straight Outta Workers' Comp" podcast, hosted by Mark Pew and Bob Wilson, delves into the nuanced world of workers' compensation, featuring candid conversations, personal stories, and industry insights. This episode highlights themes of reinvention and resilience as the hosts welcome Licia Thompson Young, who shares her inspiring journey of transitioning from a long-standing corporate career to starting her own leadership business. Together, they explore the challenges and opportunities of…

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Episode 1 - Straight Outta Workers' Comp Podcast * Production Note: This podcast series was originally scheduled to be launched in Mid-January 2025. Recent events have accelerated this release for reasons of timeliness and relevancy. There are some references to a later launch within the recording. The decision to launch early was made following the recording of this program.  Bob WilsonStuart ColburnMark Pew The first, or premiere, episode of "Straight…

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