If you are a long-time Approach client or a frequent reader of Ask Approach, you’ve probably heard us compare workers’ comp to car insurance. They have some important things in common: They’re both types of insurance They’re both required…
We heard from several clients last week in response to a postcard about Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave. The man on the postcard is smiling, but anything labeled “Premium collection begins…” is bound to scare business owners. Here’s a…
When is it time for an employer to hire a workers’ comp attorney? Most claims are resolved quickly and without expensive court cases, but you may come across a claim that you either believe is fraudulent or which just…
Each year, our safety team crosses the state visiting hundreds of Approach clients. As a group, our clients have a strong focus and dedication to safety, but every once in a while one rises above and stands out as…
Some claims for workplace injury or occupational disease are serious enough that surgery is needed. Others may involve a long recovery time for a variety of reasons. When either of these situations come up, the injured worker may be…