What's the difference between a drug allergy and a side effect?

January 27, 2020

Drug allergies and side effects present differences that are often misunderstood. They are commonly discussed  in overlapping terms that can understate the importance in how each should be managed (Eg. “I think I’m allergic to Aspirin, it upsets my stomach”).

Disaster Recovery and Work Comp

In just the past few years, natural disasters have generated startling headlines and produced enormous challenges for many, including for workers’ compensation systems.

Chronicling the World of Workers’ Comp with Roberto Ceniceros

January 16, 2020

Last month, workers’ compensation lost one of its most talented reporters and influencers as Roberto Ceniceros announced his retirement.

Gabapentinoids in Workers’ Compensation

January 14, 2020

Nearly 20 percent of U.S. adults suffer from chronic pain. This is especially vital in the workers’ compensation world that is now asking, ‘are gabapentinoids the answer to that pain?’ Current increases in prescribing of gabapentinoids and the drugs’ less addictive qualities as compared to opioids may initially suggest so.

The Power of Technology Enabled Services: Balancing Technology with the Human Touch

January 13, 2020

While technology and automation have dominated the conversation in the insurance industry for the past few years, it is important that the property and casualty industry understands the importance of digitizing while maintaining the element of human touch in claims processing.