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PPD Evaluation Exam Cost Rises in 2023
By Jason Weinstock on May 27, 2023 Posted in Information Center,Permanent partial disability awardsWhile the cost of a Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) exam usually falls on the workers’ compensation insurer, there are rare situations when the burden falls on an injured worker. Unfortunately, this burden just got a bit heavier for the injured workers to carry. Effective February 1, 2023, the cost of a PPD evaluation for 2 … Continue reading PPD Evaluation Exam Cost Rises in 2023
NV Workers’ Compensation Mileage Reimbursement Increased for 2023
By Jason Weinstock on May 22, 2023 Posted in Benefits,Mileage reimubursementNevada Workers’ Compensation Mileage Reimbursement Rate Increase 2023 Effective January 1, 2022, the mileage reimbursement rate for Nevada workers compensation related travel has been increased from 58.5 cents per mile to 65.5 cents per mile. See the Division of Industrial Relations’ memorandum here. What Mileage Reimbursement Benefit is an Injured Worker Eligible to Receive for … Continue reading NV Workers’ Compensation Mileage Reimbursement Increased for 2023
Nevada Workers’ Compensation Average Monthly Wage Benefits for Injuries after July 1, 2022 (FY 2023)
By Jason Weinstock on May 18, 2023 Posted in Average Monthly Wage,BenefitsAverage Monthly Wage for Fiscal Year 2023 increases! For Fiscal Year 2023, which began on July 1, 2022, the maximum average monthly wage used to calculate workers’ compensation benefits has increased to $7.309.80. This is applicable to injuries on claims filed after July 1, 2022. If you have a claim established already, this increase will … Continue reading Nevada Workers’ Compensation Average Monthly Wage Benefits for Injuries after July 1, 2022 (FY 2023)
PPD Cost Rises In 2022.
By Jason Weinstock on February 18, 2022 Posted in Information Center,Permanent partial disability awardsWhile the cost of a Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) exam usually falls on the workers’ compensation insurer. There are circumstances when the burden falls on the injured worker. Unfortunately, this burden just got a bit heavier for the injured workers to carry in these rare situations. Effective February 1, 2022, the cost of a PPD … Continue reading PPD Cost Rises In 2022.
Mileage Reimbursement Increased for 2022.
By Jason Weinstock on February 4, 2022 Posted in Information Center,Mileage reimubursementEffective January 1, 2022, the reimbursement rate for workers compensation related travel has been increased from 56 cents per mile to 58.5 cents per mile. See the Division of Industrial Relations’ memorandum here. Injured workers are eligible for mileage allowance under NAC 616C.150. Mileage is eligible for reimbursement if the injured worker is (1) traveling … Continue reading Mileage Reimbursement Increased for 2022.
SB 289 part 2 – More Changes
By Jason Weinstock on September 17, 2021 Posted in Legislative proposalsAs mentioned in SB 289 part 1, this year’s legislative session was a big one and SB 289 was a huge bill. SB 289 changed apportionment, who can sign C-4s, determinations send by fax, added attorney’s liens, amended rules about accepting PPD awards, clarified existing rules on vocational rehabilitation, and allows claimants to recover costs. … Continue reading SB 289 part 2 – More Changes
Nevada Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Injuries After July 1, 2021 (FY 2022).
By Jason Weinstock on July 6, 2021 Posted in Average Monthly WageAverage Monthly Wage for Fiscal Year 2022 Increases! For Fiscal Year 2022, which began on July 1, 2021, the maximum average monthly wage used to calculate workers’ compensation benefits has increased to $6,927.83. This is applicable to injuries on claims filed after July 1, 2021. If you have a claim established already, this increase will … Continue reading Nevada Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Injuries After July 1, 2021 (FY 2022).
SB 289 part 1 – New Apportionment Rules
By Jason Weinstock on June 25, 2021 Posted in Information Center,Legislative proposals,Permanent partial disability awardsThis year’s legislative session was a big one, so big that I will need to break it down into separate blogs. There were three bills that passed this session, that will have an impact on workers’ compensation. The biggest of which was SB 289, which made changes to apportionment, who can sign C-4s, determinations sent … Continue reading SB 289 part 1 – New Apportionment Rules
Cost of PPD Increases (2021)
By Jason Weinstock on February 19, 2021 Posted in Permanent partial disability awardsWhile the cost of a Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) exam usually falls on the workers’ compensation insurer. There are circumstances when the burden falls on the injured worker. Unfortunately, this burden just got a bit heavier for the injured workers to carry in these rare situations. Effective February 1, 2021, the cost of a PPD … Continue reading Cost of PPD Increases (2021)
3 Things to Check to Determine If Your PPD Award / Workers’ Compensation Settlement Is Correct.
By Jason Weinstock on August 14, 2020 Posted in Permanent partial disability awardsFrequently I am asked by potential clients and current clients whether there is a settlement at the end of their workers’ compensation case or how much their case is worth. This question is often hard or impossible to answer. Sometimes, I can estimate whether I think you are likely to have a permanent partial disability … Continue reading 3 Things to Check to Determine If Your PPD Award / Workers’ Compensation Settlement Is Correct.
If I Have A Workers’ Compensation Claim, Can I Find a New Job?
By Jason Weinstock on August 7, 2020 Posted in Benefits,Information Center,Light dutyA lot of clients have this question. Frustration often sets in immediately after the injury, but can be made worse if the injured employee feels she is not being treated fairly at work, is not receiving TTD (pay for being out of work) benefits, receiving TTD benefits, or their employer is not following their work … Continue reading If I Have A Workers’ Compensation Claim, Can I Find a New Job?
Nevada Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Injuries After July 1, 2020 (FY 2021).
By Jason Weinstock on July 10, 2020 Posted in Average Monthly WageFor Fiscal Year 2021, which began on July 1, 2020, the maximum average monthly wage used to calculate workers’ compensation benefits has increased to $6,275.73. This is applicable to injuries on claims filed after July 1, 2020. If you have a claim established already, this increase will not affect your benefits. The maximum temporary total … Continue reading Nevada Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Injuries After July 1, 2020 (FY 2021).
New Treating Panel of Workers’ Compensation Doctors is Now Posted!
By Jason Weinstock on July 3, 2020 Posted in Information Center,Legislative proposals,Medial ProvidersIn a previous blog post I talked about SB 381, which was passed in the 2019 legislative session. SB 381 created some much-needed changes and added regulation in how the Division of Industrial Relations (DIR) compiles their treating provider list. Prior to SB 381 the DIR’s treating provider list had over 4,000 providers, 50% of … Continue reading New Treating Panel of Workers’ Compensation Doctors is Now Posted!
New 2020 Actuarial Tables Released On June 23, 2020, Go Into Effect On July 1, 2020.
By Jason Weinstock on June 26, 2020 Posted in Permanent partial disability awardsIn 2015 Attorney Virginia Hunt, along with a group of other claimant’s attorneys, determined that the Division of Industrial Relations (DIR) had been slacking on their statutory duties to update the actuarial annuity table used in the calculation of permanent partial disability (PPD) awards. It was determined that the actuary table being used had not … Continue reading New 2020 Actuarial Tables Released On June 23, 2020, Go Into Effect On July 1, 2020.
Workers’ Compensation COVID-19 Update (6/5/2020):
By Jason Weinstock on June 5, 2020 Posted in Information CenterOn June 4, 2020, the Senior Appeals Officer at the Nevada Department of Administration, Appeals Division, released a statement regarding the Department of Administration’s plan to reopen. June 4, 2020, also marked the start of casino reopening, a major step in the economic recovery for Nevada. The Senior Appeals Office is putting in place a … Continue reading Workers’ Compensation COVID-19 Update (6/5/2020):
4 Steps To Take If You’ve Been Injured At Work.
By Jason Weinstock on May 29, 2020 Posted in Information CenterGetting hurt anywhere can be a scary experience but can be even more frightening when it happens at work. On top of the pain associated with the injury, my clients often also express fear of losing their job and costly medical bills. It is important to remember that accidents happen, and Nevada’s workers’ compensation system … Continue reading 4 Steps To Take If You’ve Been Injured At Work.
Time deadlines for a Nevada Workers’ Compensation Claim.
By Jason Weinstock on May 1, 2020 Posted in Information CenterA few weeks ago, I posted a blog regarding “5 Mistakes That Can Affect Your Nevada Workers’ Compensation Claim.” Number one on the list was missed filing deadlines. Filing deadlines refers to filing claims with the insurer, giving notice to your employer, and filing appeals to the Department of Administration. However, there are many deadlines … Continue reading Time deadlines for a Nevada Workers’ Compensation Claim.
What Are Nevada Workers’ Compensation Benefits?
By Jason Weinstock on April 10, 2020 Posted in Benefits,Information CenterIf you are injured at work, it is important to know what you are entitled to and what are Nevada workers’ compensation benefits. The Nevada Industrial Insurance Act (NIIA) is the act that governs Nevada’s workers’ compensation in conjunction with NRS 616 – 617 and NAC 616 – 617. In short Nevada’s workers’ compensation benefits … Continue reading What Are Nevada Workers’ Compensation Benefits?
If I Get the Coronavirus Will Nevada Workers’ Compensation Cover My Missed Work and Medical Expenses?
By Jason Weinstock on March 14, 2020 Posted in Information CenterWith growing concern over the Coronavirus (COVID-19) the last few weeks, many are asking, “If I get the Coronavirus will Nevada workers’ compensation cover my missed work and medical expenses?” The answer is… probably not, unless you are a first responder or health care provider (paramedic, doctor, firefighter, or police officer). This is extremely concerning … Continue reading If I Get the Coronavirus Will Nevada Workers’ Compensation Cover My Missed Work and Medical Expenses?
How Does Nevada Workers’ Compensation Work?
By Jason Weinstock on February 28, 2020 Posted in Information CenterA question I often get is, “How does Nevada workers’ compensation work?” As I have explained in a previous blog post, workers’ compensation is an exclusive remedy in Nevada to compensate employees that are injured in the course and scope of their employment. The steps to filing a claim require that there be a specific … Continue reading How Does Nevada Workers’ Compensation Work?
Top Reasons a Nevada Workers’ Compensation Claim Gets Denied.
By Jason Weinstock on February 7, 2020 Posted in Claims,Information CenterWorkers’ compensation insurance is a requirement for all employers, with one or more employees. It is meant to protect employer’s from negligence lawsuits when an employee is hurt in the course and scope of employment, but also meant to give the injured worker a remedy and to provide medical and compensation benefits when they are … Continue reading Top Reasons a Nevada Workers’ Compensation Claim Gets Denied.
Impressive Physical Therapist in Henderson
By Jason Weinstock on April 16, 2015 Posted in Medical CareMost injured workers who hire attorneys do so because they are not satisfied with the medical care they are getting for their work injury. Although I am limited by current law to selecting medical providers on a particular insurer’s provider list, I consider it a very important part of my job to make sure that … Continue reading Impressive Physical Therapist in Henderson
Keyboard Options for Injured Workers with CTS or Other Hand Injuries
By Jason Weinstock on February 25, 2015 Posted in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome,Workplace safetyI asked Laurie Clemens, director of the Professional Institute of Technology & Accounting (PITA) here in Las Vegas, what keyboard options she has tried when retraining injured workers with hand or arm injuries that make typing difficult. While there are medical differences of opinion as to whether typing can cause carpal tunnel syndrome, there is … Continue reading Keyboard Options for Injured Workers with CTS or Other Hand Injuries
Child Support Deduction from Nevada Work Comp Benefits
By Jason Weinstock on January 21, 2014 Posted in ClaimsWorkers’ compensation benefits, including final settlement awards, called permanent partial disability awards, are generally not subject to assignments or garnishments, and are not subject to attorneys liens or medical provider liens. See NRS 616C.205. The one major exception to that general rule is that the statute does allow for payment of past due child support … Continue reading Child Support Deduction from Nevada Work Comp Benefits
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