Injured Workers Pharmacy: News

State of the States, January 16

Written by Danielle Jaffee | Jan 16, 2017 2:37:09 PM

What's happening this week in workers' compensation? IWP's weekly legislative wrap-up, State of the States, keeps you up to date on important matters within the workers' compensation and pharmacy arena.

This week's legislative wrap-up contains updates including:

  • Handful of opioid-related bills on the docket in Virginia
  • Bill in Montana which would allow the injured worker to choose their treating physician
  • Numerous workers' compensation reforms introduced during first week back in session in Illinois

You'll also find information on pending legislation and recent decisions in Wisconsin, Connecticut and New Jersey. 

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