Many states receive workers compensation insurance premium discounts when they establish a drug-free workplace program.  Another advantage of having such a program is the presumptive intoxication/denial of workers compensation benefits for those who test positive.
In Arkansas we have an “intoxication” defense to workers compensation claims.  If the injured worker tests positive for drugs or alcohol the intoxication is presumed to have caused the injury.  In defense of such a claim, it is imperative that the employer arrange for a drug screen immediately upon the filing of a claim.  When an …

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Many of my patients wonder what their benefits consist of when filing a workers compensation claim.  While benefits vary from state to state the most important thing to remember is that the injury must occur in the course and scope of employment.  Not all employees are covered by workers compensation insurance, but more are.  A claims adjuster can provide additional information if you are unsure if your employee is covered or not.  The adjuster is also the one who makes the determination if an injury is deemed as having occurred …