WorkCompAcademy News - February 24, 2025

Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D. is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories: WCAB Panel Says WCJ Self Destruct Orders are "Disfavored". Agreement Requires Plaintiff to Initiate Arbitration after Court Order. Task Force Uncovers Large-Scale Organized Insurance Fraud Ring. Blue Cross Sues L.A. "Insurance Advocate" for $7.6M Fraud. Judge Limits New California Anti "Pay-for-Delay" Pharma Law. Sutter Health Unveils $1B East Bay Facility Expansion Plan. Health Net to Pay Over $11M for False Cybersecurity Certification. Musk Escalates AI Battle As OpenAI Rejects $97B Takeover Bid.