Consumer Reports Survey: Over Half of Homeowners Plan Remodel Projects This Year; 65% Will Do Some of the Work Jun 30, 2009
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DIMON STILL POLISHING JPM PAY PACKAGES Jun 30, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 Last Update: 05:20 AM EDT. hide topics THIS WEEK'S HOT TOPICS. (New York Post -- Business)
States ask company to comply with laws - Attorneys general want drivers properly classified Jun 30, 2009
In a joint letter last Thursday to FedEx, the eight attorneys general cited shared concerns about workers compensation and unemployment insurance, wage-and-hour laws and protection of workers civil rights. Each of our states has a responsibility under our respective laws to protect a broad range of interests associated with the employment status of an individual, said the letter sent jointly by Montana s Attorney General Steve Bullock and attorneys general from Iowa, Kentucky, Missouri, New... (Missoulian, MT)
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Get low cost quotes in most states for CGL, general liability, professional liability, workers compensation, group medical, work with a responsive broker serving business since 1986. Is Bankruptcy Right for You. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
8 states ask FedEx to reclassify drivers Jun 28, 2009
The Montana Standard. The Montana Standard. (Montana Standard, MT)
Show some kindness, you might need it next Jun 28, 2009
Posted: Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:45 pm. This is in response to the letter, "State shouldn't support 'needs' of others" (YourViews, June 12). (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Denver chamber issues lawmaker scorecard Jun 27, 2009
The chamber also opposed Senate Bill 273, which would have let the state raid $500 million in reserves from Pinnacol Assurance, the state s largest workers compensation insurer, to help balance the state s budget. The bill was killed after Pinnacol executives said they would sue to block the raid and Ritter indicated he d veto the legislation. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Paroled murderer sought in Anchorage woman's death Jun 27, 2009
ANCHORAGE - A man convicted of murder 26 years ago is being sought as a "person of interest" in the death of an Anchorage woman. Story last updated at 6/26/2009 - 9:41 am. (Juneau Empire)
Top of the week in business news Jun 27, 2009
Top of the week in Denver business news: June 20-26 - Denver Business Journal. for free extra services. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Koster: FedEx dodging payroll taxes, worker protections Jun 27, 2009
This would allow Memphis-based FedEx (NYSE: FDX) to avoid paying payroll taxes and would leave workers without the basic protections such as workers compensation insurance, unemployment insurance, wage and hour protections, civil rights protections, and a minimum wage. About 400 workers in Missouri are affected by the company s misclassification, Koster said. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
> Austin has its eye on Silicon Valley companies Jun 26, 2009
When you compare housing costs, costs on office and industrial space, labor costs, the overall costs of doing business, he said, and you throw in workers comp laws and other taxes that the California Legislature passes, it only enhances our efforts ... I think it really started with workers comp issues in the 1980s, Porter said. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
> More CEOs look outside California to expand Jun 26, 2009
For every positive aspect technology, access to capital, a live-work-play environment, great colleges and opportunities for learning there seems to be a polar opposite soaring workers comp costs, pricey real estate, high taxes and a generally unfriendly regulatory environment. The state, in fact, ranked dead last in a 2009 survey of 543 CEOs on Best and Worst States for Job Growth and Business by Chief Executive Magazine. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Clock Ticking For Budget Compromise Jun 26, 2009
Watch Live NOW: Michael Jackson, the record-breaking, sensationally gifted "King of Pop" has died at age 50. California Faces $24B Deficit. (KCRA 3, CA)
Despite Scandals, Madison Police Chief Will Be Well-Paid Upon Retiring Jun 26, 2009
By JOSH KOVNER The Hartford Courant. Despite heading a police department hobbled by scandal, the past 18 months have been lucrative for retiring Madison Police Chief Paul Jakubson. (FOX61, CT)
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Workers compensation reform, scope of practice, voter identification, DNA testing and rural initiatives also were covered. See tomorrow s edition of the E-E for the complete story. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lawmakers Fail On First Try To Close Deficit Jun 25, 2009
California May Be Forced To Issue IOUs, State Controller Says. POSTED: 11:00 am PDT June 24, 2009UPDATED: 6:38 pm PDT June 24, 2009. (KCRA 3, CA)
County settles discrimination lawsuit Jun 25, 2009
In the settlement, DeTomaso acknowledged she received workers compensation in 2004, the same year she resigned from her position at the county nursing home. During a Sept. 9 court appearance, DeTomaso's attorney, Stewart Weisman, said his client claimed Flynn was allowed to return to work with a hand-written, one-paragraph doctor's note while she was required to get a mental and physical evaluation and had to turn in a five-page, single-spaced medical report before she was allowed to return to... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Proposed State Fund sale stirs up concerns Jun 25, 2009
State Fund, a nonprofit created by the Legislature 95 years ago, is the state s largest workers comp provider, with 23 percent market share last year ... Many stakeholders of California s workers compensation system said they don t understand how the partial sale of State Fund would work, and question the ramifications to the marketplace, including costs to employers ... Some stakeholders also are concerned about protecting the solvency and viability of State Fund, which has been a stabilizing... (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Council approves budget Jun 25, 2009
Sign in to the E-Edition. Thursday, June 25, 2009. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Viewpoint: Anti-Union is Bad for Business Jun 25, 2009
Viewpoint June 23, 2009, 12:48PM EST. Many business leaders are against the passage of the Employee Free Choice Act, but this union hostility is shortsighted and harmful. (BusinessWeek)
Decoupling theory & low wages Jun 25, 2009
Decoupling theory & low wages - People's Daily Online. Decoupling theory & low wages. (People's Daily Online, China)
Allied World Specialty Offers Greater Protection for Insurance Companies and Risk-Transfer Organizations Jun 24, 2009
Target classes include private, small-to-mid-sized companies that offer property, casualty, workers compensation or other types of insurance. Allied World's P.R.O. product offers worldwide coverage with an increased appetite, including organizations with gross annual premiums of up to $2 billion. (PR Newswire)
Some workers comp benefits to increase Jun 24, 2009
Starting in January, benefits will rise for some types of workers compensation recipients, the California Workers Compensation Institute says ... 20 for the 12 months ending March 31 of this year, and workers comp benefits are tied to the weekly wage, which is the average weekly wage paid to employees covered by unemployment insurance. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Two elected to Texas Mutual board Jun 24, 2009
Austin-based Texas Mutual is the state s leading provider of workers compensation insurance, handling approximately 25 percent of the market. Francis is owner and CEO of Addison-based Business Control Systems LP and Dallas-based First Class Caregivers Inc., and a member of the board of Senior Quality Lifestyles Corp. He served three terms on the Carrollton City Council in the 1990s. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Supt. McVay says farewell at Freedom School Board meeting Jun 24, 2009
The organization will provide the district with workers compensation insurance. a couple of housekeeping budgetary items to zero out old funds with monies being moved to appropriate funds for the new school year and to authorize the school treasurer to put interest earned from various funds during the year into the General Fund and Child Nutrition Fund. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Ohio AG objects to GM bankruptcy Jun 24, 2009
Much like the Chrysler sale, Cordray s objections involve issues over workers compensation benefits liability and reconciling the bankruptcy with state law regulating automobile dealerships. GM has notified 1,323 dealerships that they will not have their franchise agreement renewed, including 79 in Ohio. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Burlington Board of Education wraps up fiscal year Jun 24, 2009
Workers Comp Insurance was approved with SAG for $6,760. An executive session was held to discuss the status of Stephanie Marteney. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Pro & Con: Should Congress eliminate the secret ballot for union drives? Jun 23, 2009
Such benefits as workers compensation, overtime pay, and, famously, the right to time off during the weekend, were won as the result of union organizing. Today union jobs still offer higher pay and better benefits including health care, retirement, and paid leave than non-union positions. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Colo.'s $384M budget problem Jun 23, 2009
Colorado budget shortfall estimated at $384M - Denver Business Journal. for free extra services. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Union files grievance over violence at Hawaii State Hospital Jun 23, 2009
Monday, June 22, 2009. Posted on: Monday, June 22, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Violent Clashes in Iran Jun 22, 2009
Mousavi and protesters clash with security forces in another tense day in Tehran. - By Kara Hadge - Slate Magazine. (Slate)
N.D. employers' workers comp bills likely to rise Jun 22, 2009
At present, a business' workers compensation coverage rates are applied against each worker's first $22,100 of annual earnings ... North Dakota voters decided last November to make the board into an advisory panel and give the governor authority to set workers compensation rates and hire the agency's director ... Workforce Safety and Insurance is North Dakota's only provider of workers compensation coverage, which provides medical, wage and rehabilitation benefits to employees who are injured on... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Firefighters, police EMTs killed in line of duty now qualify for death benefit Jun 21, 2009
Desloge Fire Chief Larry Gremminger was among emergency workers who were glad to hear the bill was signed into law. He was also glad it specifically includes volunteer firefighters, because they often feel left out on their own. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
REGION: Schwarzenegger welcomes challenge Jun 20, 2009
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County's safety record is a budget hit Jun 20, 2009
Bob Holthaus with Missouri Association of Counties Self-Insured Workers Compensation Fund, reported on the county's safety stats at the Tuesday regular session and discussed ways the county might lessen its costs ... Workers compensation claims are now being handled by the payroll clerk, who also handles a number of other items as well ... Not only would the county realize a reduced premium, but such programs help ensure the workers compensation claim doesn't get any higher than it already is. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Blackbeard the Democrat? Jun 20, 2009
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Nominees wedge issue in Senate? Jun 20, 2009
Nominees wedge issue in Senate. Governor poised to call a special session; plum jobs are held up. (Albany Times Union)
Ken-Ton cited for budget slips Jun 20, 2009
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Local briefs: Teens accused of firing at Merced police officer Jun 20, 2009
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Average state annual wage rises to $46,256 Jun 19, 2009
The average wage is used by various state agencies to calculate unemployment benefits and taxes, and workers compensation benefits ... The state Department of Labor and Industries also uses the annual wage to calculate workers compensation benefits. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Will energy efficiency waste taxpayer dollars? Jun 19, 2009
Income includes wage, salary, Social Security, retirement, pension, unemployment compensation, workers compensation, alimony, dividends, interest, rental income, royalties, gambling and lottery winnings. Those who are disabled can exceed the income limits. (News & Observer)
$30M in comp fraud-fighting funds granted Jun 19, 2009
Counties apply for the grants annually, and applications are reviewed by the Workers Compensation Grant Review Panel, which makes recommendations to the commissioner. The commissioner can accept or amend the recommendations, which must then be approved by the Fraud Assessment Commission. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
New Third Edition of International Labor and Employment Laws, Volume I Jun 19, 2009
Text hiding to spacing. Expanded New Edition Features Updated Chapter Information. (PR Newswire)
DTRIC gets 'excellent' rating from A.M. Best Jun 19, 2009
The company, established in 1992, offers personal automobile, homeowners and renters insurance, as well as workers compensation coverage. A.M. Best said the outlook for both ratings is stable. (Pacific Business News, HI)
DTRIC Insurance gets 'excellent' ratings from A.M. Best Co. Jun 19, 2009
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Pirates were democrats, says scholar Jun 19, 2009
AFP - Thursday, June 18. An entertainer dressed as the character Captain Jack Sparrow from the movie "Pirates of the Caribbean" poses for a photo with a tourist in Los Angeles. (Yahoo! Asia News)
State officials say average annual wage in Washington is $46,256 Jun 19, 2009
The department says the average annual wage also is used to compute employers unemployment taxes and workers compensation benefits. Pinky wrote on Jun 18, 2009 2:25 PM:" That is the average wage my hind end!!! Maybe it is just so drastically skewed since bill gates lives here... but I don't know anyone who makes close to that.. and I know I am NOWHERE near that figure!! ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Health workers didn't take swine flu precautions Jun 19, 2009
Get a quick quote on Workers Comp Insurance, and Business Insurance. Powerful antiviral prevents virus from taking hold in the body. (Yahoo News)
Accident Fund Honored with Association for Cooperative Operations Research and Development (ACORD) Awards Jun 19, 2009
June 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Accident Fund Insurance Company of America, a leading national workers compensation company, was recently honored at the ACORD LOMA Insurance Systems Forum at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla ... Accident Fund Insurance Company of America is one of the nation's leading workers compensation insurers with nearly $3 billion in assets. (PR Newswire)
California battles workers' comp fraud Jun 19, 2009
3 million in grants to fight workers compensation insurance fraud. Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner announced Thursday $30 million in grants to county district attorneys statewide to help combat workers comp fraud, including $1 ... Because fraud drives up the costs of workers compensation insurance, we must continue to be vigilant in our battle with those who dishonestly and illegally take advantage of the system. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Blind to the plight of domestic workers Jun 19, 2009
By ANNETTE BERNHARDT First published in print: Friday, June 19, 2009. All spring, momentum has been building for long-awaited passage of the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights. (Albany Times Union)
Average Annual Wage In Washington $46,256 Jun 19, 2009
Current conditions for local cities. Forecasted Temperatures. (KIRO TV, WA)
Workplace fraud task force collects $1.4m in 1st year Jun 18, 2009
For instance, a worker who calls the state s referral line (877-96-LABOR) to complain that his employer is failing to pay the minimum wage might also be referred to the Department of Industrial Accidents, which oversees the state s workers compensation system, and the Division of Unemployment Assistance, which monitors unemployment insurance. As a result this year, the state collected $737,439 in new unemployment insurance taxes that employers had previously failed to pay. (Boston Globe)
REGION: Volunteer firefighters may not sign contracts with the county Jun 18, 2009
The 15 million plan included a provision to cover the volunteers' workers compensation insurance costs, which meant firefighters would have to take a medical exam. Now, at least five volunteer fire agencies are refusing to sign the contracts because of the requirement. (North County Times)
Citys bills exceed quarter million dollars Jun 18, 2009
workers comp payment to OMAG $32,640. 57. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Anna ISD Board of Trustees meeting Thursday, June 18 Jun 18, 2009
Approve continued participation with School Comp as the workers compensation carrier for the 2009-2010 school year. Approve Tobacco Compliance Grant. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Standard & Poor's Announces Changes to U.S. Indices Jun 17, 2009
Standard s Announces Changes to U.S. Indices. Standard s Announces Changes to U.S. Indices. (PR Newswire)
New Report Shows Texas Deadliest State For Construction Jun 17, 2009
Eisenbrey said that with no inspectors breathing down their necks, construction companies can take advantage of their workers, especially because Texas does not require employers to provide workers compensation ... Beyond the safety concerns, some argue that the public is picking up the tab for low construction wages and lack of workers compensation ... Eisenbrey explains that an injured construction without health insurance or workers compensation will seek emergency care at the hospital; this,... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Calif.: Site broke labor law by taping octuplets (AP) Jun 17, 2009
Her workers compensation files were revealed through a public records request, and RadarOnline revealed that child welfare inspectors had visited the home based on a complaint ... workers compensation. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
California's rich keep on giving Jun 17, 2009
California Insurance Broker 1985Independent broker for workers compensation insurance in California since 1985 with over 200 carriers ... California Insurance Broker 1985Independent broker for workers compensation insurance in California since 1985 with over 200 carriers. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Calif. hits Web site for taping octuplets Jun 17, 2009
Her workers compensation files were revealed through a public records request, and RadarOnline revealed that child welfare inspectors had visited the home based on a complaint. The octuplets _ who at birth weighed from 1 pound, 8 ounces to 3 pounds, 4 ounces _ spent their first weeks in the neonatal intensive care unit at Kaiser Permanente Bellflower Medical Center. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Click to read:Calif: Octuplets Video Broke Labor Laws Jun 17, 2009
Her workers compensation files were revealed through a public records request, and RadarOnline revealed that child welfare inspectors had visited the home based on a complaint. Suleman is being sued by attorney Gloria Allred, who asked for a labor investigation and the establishment of a trust for the children on behalf of former child entertainer Paul Petersen, president of a group dedicated to the protection of child performers. (CBS News)
Could rift over Ariz. budget lead to shutdown of state services? Jun 17, 2009
Could rift over Ariz. budget lead to shutdown of state services. (AZCentral -- News)
Deadlock continues over planned business tax Jun 17, 2009
just like onerous workers comp and income taxes created a huge black labor market. Posted by Bradley, a resident of the Downtown North neighborhood, 3 hours ago. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Governor wants state to prepare for worst-case scenario Jun 16, 2009
For example, he said the Arizona Constitution specifically requires the state to maintain a Workers Compensation system. That ensures anyone who is injured in a work-related accident gets medical bills paid and a portion of lost salary. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
