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9th Circuit Rules Pain May Qualify Longshoreman for Total Disability Benefits

A longshoreman who suffers severe pain may qualify for benefits under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act even if he is physically able to perform his job duties, a federal appellate court ruled. A panel of the 9th Circuit …

Viewpoint: Choosing the Best Tools for Discovery in Work Comp Cases

Life does not always turn out quite like we planned. If you had asked me at age 16 what I was going to be when I grew up, without hesitation I would have told you about my future as an …

Can an Insured Restrict the Insurer’s Right to Use Pre-Litigation IMEs?

It is not uncommon in UM/UIM claim submissions for the attorney representing the insured to refuse a request for an independent medical examination (IME) unless the insurance company will waive its right to any additional IMEs in the future. This …