WorkCompAcademy News - August 12, 2024

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories: Cal Supreme Ct. Limits Overlapping PAGA Claims Against Same Employer. WCAB Imposes an Additional $25 K in Sanctions Against the Garrett Team. Injured Worker's Failure to Cite Evidence in Record Forfeits Claim on Appeal. Ex Fugitive Ringleader of Massive $6M Insurance Fraud Pleads Guilty. Owner of 10 DME Companies Guilty of Defrauding Anthem Blue Cross of $1.7M. Travelers Publishes 2024 Injury Impact Report. RAND Report Paints Dismal Financial Picture for SIBTF Benefits. Non Comp Benefits Expanded for Disabled Persons in Need of Voc. Rehab.