Worker's Comp Works

03/09/2023

Church Mutual Announces Leadership Promotions

Merrill, WI – Church Mutual Insurance Company, S.I.1 (a stock insurer) recently announced the promotion of two individuals into new leadership roles. These individuals will continue to advance Church Mutual’s mission to protect those who serve and inspire others. Dawn Bernatz has been promoted a...

03/02/2023

When Did begin in the US?

It took the United States 37 years for every state to pass its own workers’ compensation law. Wisconsin was the first in 1911.

(Thanks to The Hartford for the background on .

Workers’ compensation history and laws date back to ancient Greece and Rome. Discover the history of workers’ compensation, when the coverage started in the United States and what the purpose of modern-day workers’ compensation insurance is. Learn more from The Hartford today.

02/27/2023

02/21/2023

Worker's Comp Works in Wisconsin. Learn more about our growing list of partners and how you can lend your support at https://workerscompworks.org/partners

02/20/2023

Register today to hear leaders from the Worker's Comp Works in Wisconsin Coalition share highlights of the work they are doing at the Workers Compensation Advisory Council this Thursday Feb 23.


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The full agenda and info on how to register (in-person and virtual options available) can be found at the link below.

A centralized location for state agencies to post open meeting notices and meeting minutes in an effort to increase state government transparency.

02/17/2023

James Buchen shares some history of in Wisconsin. Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce - Wisconsin's Chamber

02/16/2023

The Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Advisory Council first met on February 18, 1968 (55 years ago) to advise the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development and the on policy matters concerning the development and administration of the worker's compensation law. One of the important enduring values of the Council is maintaining the overall stability of the workers compensation system without regard to partisan changes in the legislative or executive branches of government.

The council remains active today under the leadership of Steven Peters James Buchen Nicole Frank, PHR, SHRM-CP Christine Johnson John Tindall Rachel Ver Velde Stephanie Bloomingdale Ron Kent Brett Large Bradley Schwanda and Lisa Zarecki

02/15/2023

We're glad to welcome the support of the
Professional Insurance Agents of Wisconsin, Inc.

02/15/2023

"Improved workplace safety practices have helped reduce rates, provide a competitive advantage for employers doing business in Wisconsin, and support a more productive workforce."

Nathan Houdek

Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance

02/14/2023

Wisconsin's program covers medical expenses and lost wages for employees injured on the job. Workers Compensation Research Institute - WCRI ranks Wisconsin among the lowest of 18 states in the time employees spend away from work after an injury. Visit www.workerscompworks.org to learn more!

02/09/2023

North Dakota Governor Signs Law Expanding Workers’ Comp for Police Officers, Firefighters

Gov. Doug Burgum signed a bill this week that will expand workers' compensation coverage for full-time firefighters and law enforcement officers.