Category: L&I

If you work as an independent contractor in Washington state, it’s essential that you understand Washington state independent contractor laws. In Washington, the classification…

What Are Activity Prescription Forms? Activity Prescription Forms (APF forms) are forms that doctors complete to outline your physical restrictions from an industrial injury.…

As one of the three main types of L&I settlements, a permanent partial disability (PPD) award is a designation that can help you obtain money…

A new proposal is under review at the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries. Under this proposal, employers would not be able to…

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) ratings exams are how medical professionals determine how severe your workplace injury is and how it is rated toward the…

What Is Permanent Partial Disability Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) means you have an impairment that didn’t go away after you recovered from a workplace…

As temperatures rise year after year, so does the risk of incurring a heat-related health issue or injury — especially for those who work…

The Board Of Industrial Insurance Appeals (BIIA) In Washington State The Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals is part of Washington State’s workers’ compensation system.…

This year, state Senator Manka Dhingra, a Democrat representing Redmond, introduced Senate Bill 5217. This bill would repeal a current prohibition that prevents Labor…