Iowa Workers’
Compensation Series Insurance professionals and Iowa attorneys cover the unique workers’ compensation issues in Iowa so you get up-to-date information on the day to day issues workers’ compensation professionals need to understand
Compensation Series Insurance professionals and Iowa attorneys cover the unique workers’ compensation issues in Iowa so you get up-to-date information on the day to day issues workers’ compensation professionals need to understand
Iowa Workers' Compensation
Insurance System Overview
Learn the ins and outs of how insurance companies compete for the premium dollars of Iowa employers. This module covers the technical aspects of the workers' compensation insurance system in Iowa including premium calculation, rates, deviations, premium discounts, the expense constant, schedule rating and experience modifications. Plus, you will learn how Iowa administers its assigned risk plan, the role of NCCI in Iowa , the market share of insurance carriers, self-insurance requirements and the regulatory power of the Iowa Insurance Division.
Module 1 - Overview of the Iowa Workers’ Compensation System
This module covers a general overview of the most common issues in Iowa workers’ compensation law. It is an introduction of the basic concepts including the concepts of arising out of and in the course of employment, the employer/employee relationship, and benefits under Iowa law.
Module 2 - Advanced Issues in Iowa Workers’ Compensation Part I
This module covers in greater detail many of the general concepts in the first module. This module explores in greater detail the employer/employee relationship and all the statutory and common law exemptions from the employment relationship and workers’ compensation coverage. There is a discussion of injuries under the act, and benefits payable for both scheduled and unscheduled injuries. Other issues presented deal with the statute of limitations for claims, notice to be given by an injured worker, and the necessary forms and filings for claims.
Module 3 - Advanced Issues in Iowa Workers’ Compensation Part II
This module also deals with the concepts of arising out of and in the course of employment as well as the statutory defenses under the act, and the defenses based on case law interpreting these concepts. There will also be a discussion of more complex injuries such as heart attacks, mental claims, and aggravations of conditions. The litigation process will also be examined along with the options for settlement of Iowa claims, and the issues related to review reopening proceedings in Iowa.
Module 4 - The Iowa Workers’ Compensation Update
This live or recorded Webinar provides updated information on new Iowa Supreme Court cases, Iowa Workers’ Compensation Commissioner decisions and legislative changes. You can choose to attend the annual live session or view a recorded version at a more convenient date throughout the year to complete your IAWCS designation or keep it up-to-date.
Insurance System Overview
Learn the ins and outs of how insurance companies compete for the premium dollars of Iowa employers. This module covers the technical aspects of the workers' compensation insurance system in Iowa including premium calculation, rates, deviations, premium discounts, the expense constant, schedule rating and experience modifications. Plus, you will learn how Iowa administers its assigned risk plan, the role of NCCI in Iowa , the market share of insurance carriers, self-insurance requirements and the regulatory power of the Iowa Insurance Division.
Module 1 - Overview of the Iowa Workers’ Compensation System
This module covers a general overview of the most common issues in Iowa workers’ compensation law. It is an introduction of the basic concepts including the concepts of arising out of and in the course of employment, the employer/employee relationship, and benefits under Iowa law.
Module 2 - Advanced Issues in Iowa Workers’ Compensation Part I
This module covers in greater detail many of the general concepts in the first module. This module explores in greater detail the employer/employee relationship and all the statutory and common law exemptions from the employment relationship and workers’ compensation coverage. There is a discussion of injuries under the act, and benefits payable for both scheduled and unscheduled injuries. Other issues presented deal with the statute of limitations for claims, notice to be given by an injured worker, and the necessary forms and filings for claims.
Module 3 - Advanced Issues in Iowa Workers’ Compensation Part II
This module also deals with the concepts of arising out of and in the course of employment as well as the statutory defenses under the act, and the defenses based on case law interpreting these concepts. There will also be a discussion of more complex injuries such as heart attacks, mental claims, and aggravations of conditions. The litigation process will also be examined along with the options for settlement of Iowa claims, and the issues related to review reopening proceedings in Iowa.
Module 4 - The Iowa Workers’ Compensation Update
This live or recorded Webinar provides updated information on new Iowa Supreme Court cases, Iowa Workers’ Compensation Commissioner decisions and legislative changes. You can choose to attend the annual live session or view a recorded version at a more convenient date throughout the year to complete your IAWCS designation or keep it up-to-date.
About the Firm...
Peddicord, Wharton, Spencer and Hook, Barron & Wegman, LLP
was founded on April 1, 1965 by Roland D. Peddicord. Over the 40 years of its existence, the firm has sought to provide the highest quality of legal services for our clients throughout the state at a reasonable fee. Now comprised of 11 attorneys, the firm specializes in bodily injury, workers' compensation, professional negligence, employment, products liability, government liability and insurance law. Known for it’s personal, efficient and exceptional work, Peddicord Wharton continues to strive to excel in all areas of civil trial practice. Please visit peddicordwharton.com for more information.
was founded on April 1, 1965 by Roland D. Peddicord. Over the 40 years of its existence, the firm has sought to provide the highest quality of legal services for our clients throughout the state at a reasonable fee. Now comprised of 11 attorneys, the firm specializes in bodily injury, workers' compensation, professional negligence, employment, products liability, government liability and insurance law. Known for it’s personal, efficient and exceptional work, Peddicord Wharton continues to strive to excel in all areas of civil trial practice. Please visit peddicordwharton.com for more information.
