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Have you ever wondered if you're the only one that worries about stuff when it comes to WCB? In this episode we share the questions and concerns we get from clients and listeners wanting to get rid of the fear that comes with dealing with WCB c
Common knowledge says that to avoid a WCB claim, just offer modified duties. While that is a piece of the puzzle there are several things you should consider before it gets to this point to help you avoid the dreaded "lost time claim."Join me i
After many discussions over the years debating different topics, some of the most heated have been when someone deserves a second chance and when you should cut them loose. Move on...or...cancel them from society. I don't care what side of the
Whether your front line workers, the CEO, or someone in between, you have a job to do. That job is never more important than when there is pressure to achieve a result. That's because you're often counted on meeting that pressure and getting th
WCB is making horrible decisions on the simplest of claims. Bosses that don't support you or understand what you need to get the job done. Tools and resources that are needed seem to never be available or are "not in the budget."This is just so
Why would someone withhold information from a co-worker. Why would a department that relies on the sharing of information do the exact opposite? In this episode I discuss what is information hoarding, some of the reasons people will do this, a
Back by popular demand, I open up the mail bag from listeners and answer some of their biggest worries and concerns when it comes to WCB claims. Today we focus on two key areas. Using surveillance in WCB claim and managing an angry workforce. W
I've worked with some great people over the years. Many you could easily make a dream team of health and safety, HR professionals. Then again, there have been times where the team was not so great. Times where I could have done a better job. In
You don't work in WCB claims without wanting to freak out on someone at least once. Decisions don't go your way. People not listening. Bosses who don't give a care. Workers that won't cooperate. Seems like any side of the fence you sit on, ther
When WCB claims happen, it can affect an workers ability to earn an income and a company to turn a profit. BUT...People want to believe WCB is about more than the money. Perhaps it is. In this episode I'll discuss my thoughts on this polarizing
The popularity of the Workers Comp Simplified Podcast is growing! Thanks to you what started off as a resource for the Simplifier community has now resulted in dozens of emails asking questions about WCB claims management and appeals. Well in t
A common phone call I get is to let me know a worker has reported symptoms that could be work related, but they also have a pre-existing condition. How should you respond to this? In this episode I share the biggest mistake employers make when
The WCB system was never perfect…but it didn’t have to be. It was just supposed to hold on to its promise which is to take care of injured workers in the most cost-effective way for the employer. More and more evidence is coming up and it has a
The problem with WCB claims is they're unpredictable. They're unpredictable because they involve people. People with thoughts, feelings, and emotions that can change in an instant. This can cause a normal situation to become chaotic if you're n
It is said that "the devil is in the details" which is to say that something may seem simple, but it's the details that complicate things and cause problems. This is exactly what we are talking about in this episode. Too often we are quick to a
Our minds don’t come with an operation manual. We go through life dealing with positive and negative thoughts, feelings, and emotions. As health and safety staff, you’re often called upon to be there for the company and injured workers. The str
You’ve been notified of a WCB claim…but it was reported late. Your team hasn’t done their jobs properly and now you’re missing information. The claim has flown off the rails and this isn’t the first time. There already isn’t enough time in the
A major incident just happened. Now what? This is a question most companies end up asking. As this episode was released on Halloween it only made sense for my guest and I to discuss the fears that our clients have shared with us over our career
A workers compensation appeal can be emotional and stressful. The decisions that are made on a WCB claim can affect so many people. What happens if you don't agree with a WCB decision? Is there something you can do?Absolutely!In this episode I'
One of the biggest mistakes companies make with WCB claims is related to documentation. They often miss key information that can make a difference on a claim. This is often because of a poor WCB claim package. A set of documents that should be
Seriously! What was WCB smoking when they made that decision? In this episode, Anthony Butkovic will discuss the 3 things WCB uses to make a decision on a claim. More importantly, what things you can do to help you control and influence a WCB c
There is a catch phrase called “journey to zero.” It means a company’s dedication to zero lost time claims. That somehow this means they are safe. In this disruptive episode, I challenge the thought that lost time claims should be used as a mea
In this very first episode of Workers Comp Simplified Podcast you’ll be introduced to your host and sought after WCB expert Anthony Butkovic. How he went from WCB case manager, to professional football coach, and now WCB expert for many of Cana
Revealing the truth of how to use the Workers Comp System to ensure fair treatment, lower WCB premiums, more profits, and creating stronger workplaces.—Contact Anthony Butkovic | Workers Comp Simplified: Website: WorkersCompSimplified.comLinked
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