New SB1160 Lien Declaration Details Revealed by the State

SB 1160 Requirements Have Finally Been Revealed! It’s been a few months since California Governor Jerry Brown signed SB1160. And the DWC is finally releasing the details of the SB1160 Lien Declaration and there is more to know than meets the eye.    When filing the retroactive declaration, you will need to reference the original …

SB 1160 Signed by Governor Jerry Brown

Starting January 1, 2017 lien claimants must file a new declaration with every lien. As always, we’re here to help you comply. Starting January 1, 2017 lien claimants will need to file a new declaration with each NEW LIEN stating:  Under penalty of perjury, that the dispute is not subject to an independent bill review and independent …

SB 1160: A Few Rotten Apples in Workers Comp

One rotten apple always ruins the bunch, so changes are on the horizon again for the California workers’ comp system. Senate Bill 1160 is moving forward and will be in Governor Jerry Brown’s hands for his signature very soon. When signed, California is hoping to weed out potentially fraudulent liens. In the Department of Industrial Relations August …