California Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC) issues notice of public hearing on proposed evidence-based update to the Medical Treatment Utilization Schedule By Lonce Lamonte, editor, editing the CA DWC Newsline news release - September 15, 2026 The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has issued a Notice of Public Hearing regarding a proposed evidence-based update to the Medical Treatment Utilization Schedule (MTUS), including a proposed amendment to California Code of Regulations, title 8, to section 9792.23.6. The proposed update would incorporate by reference the latest guideline published by the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM): • Section 9792.23.6. Knee Disorders Guideline (ACOEM, July 8, 2026) The virtual public hearing will be held: Read More

Newsom curbs fund paying workers up to $1,700 a week for common ailments: OC Register  July 25, 2026 Total payouts from the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund soared from $28 million in 2014 to $326 million in 2025

Oakland Airport Worker Says Workers Comp System Failing Her: KQED  July 1, 2026 California’s Workers’ Compensation system is broken. Here’s the bill. : The Business Journal   June 4, 2026 California Sees Steady Rise in Workers Comp Claim Costs Since 2021: WCRI: Carrier Management  May 14, 2026

California Division of Workers' Compensation Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee meeting scheduled for October 21, 2026 By Lonce Lamonte, editor, editing the CA DWC Newsline news release - September 15, 2026 The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee will meet on Wednesday, Oct... Read More

Division of Workers' Compensation issues notice of public hearing on proposed evidence-based update to the Medical Treatment Utilization Schedule By Lonce Lamonte, editor, editing the CA DWC Newsline news release - September 15, 2026 The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has issued a Notice of Public Hearing regarding a proposed evidence-based update... Read More

Nicole Richardson appointed California Division of Workers' Compensation Administrative Director By Lonce Lamonte, editor, editing the CA DWC Newsline news release - September 11, 2026 The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) announced that Nicole Richardson was sworn in as administrative direct... Read More

On the eve of its 25th anniversary, how 9/11 forever changed workers’ compensation By Abraham Alexandria - September 2, 2026 When the Twin Towers were leveled in downtown Manhattan, New York City on September 11, 2001, some 2,753 people died. ... Read More

Attorney George Woolverton’s new firm name really is Woolverton Woolverton and Wolsey. It’s not Woolverton Wolsey and Woolverton. By Lonce Lamonte - October 20, 2025 George Woolverton, a veteran workers' compensation defense attorney who specializes in claims defense, labor law and 132a, liability ... Read More