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Ex Parte Contact With IME Doctor Results in Sanctions Against MS Employer

The Workcomp Writer

Background A police officer employed by the Mississippi State Hospital sustained injuries to his knee after attempting to restrain a patient. Nonetheless, counsel for the hospital contacted the doctor. It struck the amended report and ordered the Employer and Carrier to pay all costs related to the doctor’s deposition.

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10 High-Paying Jobs You Can Get Without a College Degree

HR Digest

Students often start their careers by taking internships at large corporations before moving into full-time employment. While most hospitals hire these transcriptionists directly, many companies contract them out as well. Education requirements vary significantly depending on employer size and content expertise.

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Who should not have access to employee medical records?

Business Management Daily

Federal laws and standards regarding employee medical records There are two federal employment laws that cover employee medical record confidentiality in the United States. Employers can share employee medical records with a state workers’ compensation office to evaluate claims for insurance purposes.

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Who should not have access to employee medical records?

Business Management Daily

Federal laws and standards regarding employee medical records There are two federal employment laws that cover employee medical record confidentiality in the United States. Employers can share employee medical records with a state workers’ compensation office to evaluate claims for insurance purposes.

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Top Careers for HR Professionals to Pursue

HR Digest

There are opportunities in hospital management systems, hospitality business, and sports management. These can include fire, chemical, children's safety, recreational and sports, and industries that are considered high risk such as mining, etc. Employee and labor relations: It is a handy specialization in union environments.

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Figures show solid job recovery for the US in coming months

HR Digest

This is the third straight gain in employment figures since December. The sectors hardest hit by the pandemic showed a strong recovery—the hospitality and leisure sectors, ADP reported. The sectors hardest hit by the pandemic showed a strong recovery—the hospitality and leisure sectors, ADP reported.

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Occupational Alcoholism Could Be Creeping Into Your Workplace Culture

HR Digest

Occupational alcoholism is a major concern for employers and employees alike. For employers, occupational alcoholism is a huge financial burden. In this exclusive interview, Dr. Lawrence Weinstein , Chief Medical Officer of AAC talks about the gravity of this problem and how employees and employers can rise above it.

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