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Employees who report workplace safety violations should feel confident they won't face retaliation. OSHA announced new measures to improve its Whistleblower Protection Program.

The Workers' Compensation Board recently revised the reimbursement rates.

The Department of Labor and Industries issued a preproposal statement of inquiry on the implementation of claim resolution structured settlement agreements.

The Workers' Compensation Court revised the vocational rehabilitation plan form and the student instruction forms for job placement and formal training.

The Division of Workers' Compensation adopted changes to the pathology and clinical laboratory fee schedule to conform to changes to the Medicare payment system.

Employers in New York will see their workers' comp rates increase as of Oct. 1.

The Division of Workers' Compensation announces that the mileage rate for medical and medical-legal travel expenses has increased.

The Workers' Compensation Division created a rulemaking advisory committee to consider proposing rules on workers' rights to choose health care providers.

Six researchers from the University of Washington have received an award for their efforts to reduce hearing problems among construction workers.

Employers in West Virginia may see their workers' comp rates decrease an average 8.1 percent in November.

Workers previously compensated for injuries they suffered after the 9/11 tragedy may be eligible for additional payments. Draft rules for the new Victims Compensation Fund also expand the geographic area of workers covered.

OSHA has revised its guidance aimed at reducing injuries, illnesses, and deaths among workers involved in diving and related support operations in the general, construction, and maritime industries.

The Workers' Compensation Division issued temporary rules returning payment criteria for orthotic and prosthetic services to their pre-April 1 status.

Illinois, Montana

After serving six months in an interim position, Dr. Bernyce M. Peplowski has been appointed the medical director for the California State Compensation Insurance Fund. The state fund's board of directors confirmed the appointment last month.