Workers' Compensation Archives

Aug 14, 2026

Illinois HB 5228 Signed Into Law with Changes to Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act

The Governor has signed into law HB 5228 as of 8/7/26, which has some important ramifications on Independent Medical Exams (IMEs) and other benefits in...Read More >

Aug 12, 2026

Iowa Legislature Enacts Workers’ Compensation Rule Changes

The State Legislature recently enacted uniform, statewide rules impacting state administrative agencies, including workers’ compensation. The recent rule changes are largely procedural and are not...Read More >

Jul 07, 2026

2026 Workers’ Compensation Benefit Rate Update

*This post was revised after receiving notice that the mileage rate set by the IRS increased, affecting the mileage rate for Nebraska and Oklahoma. Kansas,...Read More >

May 04, 2026

Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Court to Change Access to FROIs

In April 2026, the Nebraska Legislature passed LB 455 which changes provisions to the ability to access First Reports of Injury (FROI) by the public....Read More >

Sep 15, 2025

Oklahoma Supreme Court Rules on Want of Prosecution Statute for Workers’ Compensation

The Oklahoma Supreme Court has released its long-awaited decision regarding interpretation of the want of prosecution defense in Butzbach v. OBI Holding Co.. MVP and other...Read More >