In the United States, Workers’ Compensation Insurance is a $53 billion market that encompasses 287 businesses and employs over 54,000 workers. In 2017, the market grew 2.7%, and with an improving employment market and rising interest rates, the industry is projected to experience continued growth. That’s the good news for Workers’ Compensation carriers. The bad...Read More
Case Background: ICORP was asked to investigate the claim of a man who said he was changing bed linens when he tore a ligament in his left elbow. The man claimed he had not returned to work and has had surgery to repair the left elbow tendon tear on March 30, 2016. The investigator learned...Read More
Case Background: ICORP was asked to investigate a worker’s compensation injury claim for a chain restaurant whose employee claimed to have been injured by lifting heavy pots while working as a sous chef. The subject requested paid sick leave for 12 weeks and reimbursement of medical bills. Investigation: While reviewing the case history, the investigator...Read More
