Approach Management Services has assembled a team of industry experts to share latest information on workers’ compensation risk management.
The day includes breakfast, lunch and a few surprises – don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best and connect with other risk managers from across the state.
Agenda
8:30 am Doors Open and Continental Breakfast Begins
9:00 am Welcome and Introduction
9:15 am Session 1: How Communication Affects Claim Costs and Outcomes
10:15 am Session 2: Allowance for Occupational Disease: The Changing Landscape
11:15 am Lunch (45 minutes)
12:00 pm Session 3: Building an Effective Company Incident Response Plan
1:00 pm Session 4: You Don’t Believe Them, But is it Fraud?
2:00 pm Closing
This event is provided by Approach Management Services and is no cost for our clients and invited guests.
Register before April 22nd. only serious RSVPs please as This event is expected to be full and Each ticket is valued at $125 each.
Sessions & Presenters
Session 1
How Communication Affects Claim Costs and Outcomes
Ava Sage will outline how continued and effective engagement with injured workers during the claims process will impact better outcomes and cost savings. She will touch on how VECA fosters a culture that prioritizes the well-being of its employees while making strategic business decisions to maintain one of the lowest EMR rates in the industry.
Presenter
Ava Sage, Corporate Claims Director, Veca Electric and Technologies
Ava Sage is an experienced corporate claims director with a proven track record in managing workers’ compensation costs and return-to-work programs.
Session 2
Allowance for Occupational Disease: The Changing Landscape
Recent changes to the occupational disease allowance have become less favorable and increasingly inconsistent. There has been a noticeable rise in denials and incorrect apportionments. In his session Noah Skavhaug will address strategies to mitigate occupational disease errors. Charlotte Smith will also discuss accurate wage calculations for KOS and how to protect your business.
Presenter
Noah Skavhaug (Attorney) and Charlotte Smith (Managing Attorney), Javelin Law
Noah Skavhaug is an experienced attorney at Javelin Law with extensive experience representing clients at the Department of Labor and Industries, Board of Industrial Appeals, and Superior Court levels.
Charlotte Smith is Managing Attorney and Founding Member of Javelin Law. She advocates for employers on workers’ compensation, employment law and workplace safety (WISHA/DOSH/OSHA).
Session 3
Building an Effective Company incident Response Plan
Developing and communicating an effective crisis management plan is essential for managing organizational risk. Brent Knight and Angela Kinderis will discuss the significance of crisis management in the workplace, strategies for building an effective plan, methods for proper communication and training, and the importance of continuous improvement and updates.
Presenter
Brent Knight (President) and Angela Kinderis (Senior HSE Consultant), Intuitive Safety Solutions
Angela is the Senior HSE Consultant at Intuitive Safety Solutions, with a unique journey from legal assistant to safety expert. Her dedication to safety has made her a trusted leader in the field.
Brent Knight is the founder and President of Intuitive Safety Solutions. He is a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), leading one of the largest construction-related safety consulting firms in the U.S.
Session 4
You Don’t Believe them, but is it Fraud?
In this presentation, Brian Padgett, Managing Attorney at Employer Solutions Law, will provide comprehensive guidance for employers who suspect fraud on a claim. Drawing from legal analysis, case studies, and his professional experience, Brian will address key questions such as: What constitutes fraud? How can fraud be proven? What tools are available to support a finding of fraud? And what steps should be taken once fraud is established?
Presenter
Brian Padgett (Managing Attorney) Employer Solutions Law
Brian Padgett is the owner and managing attorney of Employer Solutions Law, specializing in workplace safety, workers’ compensation advocacy, and employment law.
This event is provided by Approach Management Services and is no cost for our clients and invited guests.