Post by Rip Van Riper I recently had a case in which the claimant, subsequent to filing a workers’ compensation claim, robbed a large merchandise store. During the robbery, he fled with great agility and in such a manner as to suggest that his injury was not disabling. I asked him about the details of… Continue Reading
Settling a Case without CMS Approval May be an Acceptable Risk
Post By Rip Van Riper Shifting from my first blog, I would like to post some more serious commentary on a couple of workers compensation issue: This section of my blog is bit technical. It is for lawyers dealing with MSAs and all of the sound and fury surrounding the need for CMS approval. There… Continue Reading
Reflections & Ruminations from a Former SC Workers’ Comp Commissioner
Post by Rip Van Riper As I am called upon to “Blog,” I confess it is something an old time lawyer like me has never done. I think the general idea is to put something on the web that gives insight into your position on some issue. This is a dangerous thing. Those who know… Continue Reading
