Rene Thomas Folse, JD, Ph.D.is the host for this edition which reports on the following news stories. DWC Proposes New Changes to QME Regulations Without Complying With WCAB En Bank Decision. CWCI Ships Revised WC Posting Notices, Pamphlets and Claim Forms. Victorville Man Arrested for Workers' Compensation Fraud. Vista City Councilman and Wife Plead Guilty to Misdemeanor. NICB Reports 9 Percent Decline in Workers' Compensation Fraud Reports. California State Fund Reports Net Income Doubled in 2009.WCIRB Lowers Recommended Premium Rate Increase With Amended Filing. Fitch Revises U.S. P/C Industry Outlook to Stable. Less-Potent Opiates May be Safer for Long-Term Use. Intercare Names Rothman as EVP, Business Development.
