Workers’ Compensation

Providing a strategic approach to Workers’ Compensation

Work injuries are inevitable and costly; strategic planning minimizes the damage.

At Burns White, our Workers’ Compensation Practice Group provides legal consultation and risk management services to a wide variety of industries.

Strategies that conform to your distinct needs

Our attorneys are committed to helping self-insured entities, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators achieve expeditious and favorable resolutions of workers’ compensation claims. We provide zealous client representation and institute proactive measures with a focus on building strong, long-term relationships with our individual clients. We work hand-in-hand with clients to formulate an exposure mitigation strategy that conforms to their distinct needs and circumstances.

Related experience

In addition to workers’ compensation, our attorneys have concentrated experience in related areas such as occupational disease, hearing loss, Federal Black Lung, Longshoremen and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Acts, and the Heart and Lung Act. We also regularly advise clients on safety matters, return-to-work programs, internal company policies, and injury report trends.

Consulting

Defending workers’ compensation claims involves a multifaceted approach that includes proactive strategies, cost mitigation, and continuous collaboration with key stakeholders. We implement processes that are crucial for minimizing financial exposure, ensuring legal compliance, and maintaining workplace productivity.

By consulting with insurance brokers, employers, and carriers, organizations can implement best practices for claim prevention, cost mitigation, and efficient claims handling. Proactive strategies, such as workplace safety programs, fraud detection, and return-to-work initiatives, help reduce claim frequency and expenses. Regular claims reviews allow for data-driven decision-making and tailored defense strategies, ultimately protecting employers from unnecessary costs and legal risks.

Medical Billing Practices

Medical billing practices and repricing play a critical role in controlling workers’ compensation claim costs and ensuring fair reimbursement for medical services. Our attorneys understand that proper management of these processes helps prevent overpayments, fraud, and excessive medical expenses while maintaining compliance with state fee schedules and negotiated contracts.

Efficient medical billing practices and repricing strategies are essential for controlling the financial impact of workers’ compensation claims. By ensuring accurate billing, preventing fraud, and leveraging cost-control measures, employers and insurance carriers can significantly reduce claim expenses while ensuring injured workers receive appropriate medical care.