Category: Straight Outta Workers’ Comp Podcast – Video

Guest(s):  Jim Anderson (Cattie & Gonzalez)Cameo(s): Catherine Benavidez (IMO) Description: In this live podcast from the WCI conference in Orlando on August 18, Mark and Bob were joined by Jim Anderson (Cattie & Gonzalez). Jim shared a preview of his session entitled “Workers’ Compensation at a Crossroads: Challenges and Opportunities for Reform” that included a defense counsel, claimant counsel, and regulator. Jim pitched the idea of finding common areas across…

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Guest(s):  Stuart Colburn (Downs Stanford), Roberta Mike (Strategic Comp)Cameo(s): Evelyn McGill (Virginia Workers’ Comp Commission) Description: In this live podcast from the WCI conference in Orlando on August 18, Mark and Bob were joined by Stuart Colburn (Downs Stanford) and Roberta Mike (Strategic Comp, Workers’ Compensation Career Mentorship Group on Facebook). This jovial but deep discussion is a recap of their “How it all began” panel in the brand new…

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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.…

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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…

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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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Straight Outta Workers' Comp - Episode 2 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,…

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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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