Ashley R. Kirkham provides information for claims professionals and employers in order to help prevent fines from the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission. 12A First Report of Injury. $200 initial fine, $5 per day for each additional day the form is not submitted. When a Notice of Claim (either by a Form 50 or letter… Continue Reading
In the Spotlight: A Tribute to Bill Griggs & the End of an Era
It is my turn to blog. When I do, I usually I look for a recent case to analyze or some topic dealing with changes in the Worker’s Compensation Act. Not today. Indulge me to take a minute of your time to talk about the passing of an era. Last week, Bill Griggs passed away.… Continue Reading
SC Senate Confirms Reappointment of Commissioners
The South Carolina Senate confirmed the reappointment of three Workers’ Compensation Commissioners on April 16, 2014. Commissioner T. Scott Beck, Commission Avery Wilkerson, Jr. and Commissioner Aisha Taylor have been reappointed for terms from June 30, 2014 through June 30, 2020. Commissioner Beck was also appointed as Chairman for a term beginning on June 30, 2014… Continue Reading
Court of Appeals Reverses Commission’s Order that Claimant did not have Radiculopathy
The S.C. Court of Appeals reversed the hearing commissioner, and appellate panel, and concluded that an injury to a claimant caused radiculopathy (contrary to the Commission’s finding), and therefore claimant could pursue a wage loss claim. Beckman v. Sysco Columbia and Gallagher Bassett Svcs. (Opinion No. 5205 (3/19/14)). In light of that ruling, the Court declined to address… Continue Reading
Emailed Forms Now Accepted at the SCWCC
You can now file your Forms 15, 17, 18, 19, and 20 via email to the SCWCC. This new system should save you time and money. Please note, the SCWCC will not process improperly submitted e-mails, so you will need to follow these guidelines: The subject line of the e-mail must read: WCC#(space)_______(space)Form__. Example: WCC#1234567 Form20.… Continue Reading
Workers’ Comp Commission Scores well in SC Bar Survey
Like most lawyers, I am inundated with emails, newsletters and other information about the Post by Founding Partner Stan Lacy practice of law. Rarely can I give most of this material more than a cursory glance, but something caught my eye in of of the SC Bar’s March E-Blasts. I saw the headline “Workers’ Compensation… Continue Reading
New Mileage Reimbursement Rate is 56.5 Cents Per Mile
Post by Rebecca Halberg The SCWCC increased the mileage reimbursement rate to 56.5 cents per mile, which is effective as of January 1, 2013. The previous mileage reimbursement rate, effective July 1, 2012, was 55.5 cents per mile. Here is a mileage reimbursement chart to assist you in calculating mileage incurred over varying reimbursement rates since… Continue Reading
Much Ado about Everything…in Workers’ Comp – Part 1
Post by Rip Van Riper My law firm administration has told me that it is now my turn to post something to the blog. I am inwardly groaning as this does not come easily for me. Nonetheless, I am very loyal to Stan, Pete, Ellen, Suzy and the rest. The firm wants me to blog…so I’ll… 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
SCWCC Clarifies the Form 14B (Physician’s Statement)
Post By Suzy B. Cole This month the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission (SCWCC) clarified some of the requirements for filing a form 14B, the physician’s statement. The question was if the Form 14B replaced the narrative from the doctor. Here is an answer from the SCWCC. May 13, 2011 NOTICE ADVISORY FORM 14B (PHYSICIAN’S STATEMENT) This… Continue Reading