WorkCompAcademy News - July 1, 2013

David L. Jimenez is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. U.S. Supreme Court Rejects $21 Million Drugmaker Jury Verdict. One Lien Activation Fee Required In Multiple Injury Claim. Court of Appeal Reverses Dismissal of A Premiere Medical Lien Claimant. SCIF Files RICO Lawsuit Against Pacific Hospital of Long Beach Entities. Claimant Convicted of Comp Fraud Loses Appeal of Fines and Fees. DWC Posts Adjustments to DMEPOS Section of OMFS. Alcohol Consumption Related to Surgical Complications. Study Finds Social Issues Influence Back Pain Recovery.Comp Industry Financial Condition Set to Improve. SCIF Appoints New Chief Medical Officer.