Open to DVWCT Members at no cost.

The Delaware Valley Workers’ Compensation Trust (DVWCT) is pleased to host this informative annual workshop. This year’s session focuses on the defense of a red flag claim during the pendency of employment HR matters as well as the role of utilizing a special investigation unit.

We encourage DVWCT Risk Control Contacts, Managers, Police Chiefs and Command Staff as well as Department Heads and emerging Local Government Leadership to attend.

8:30 a.m.      Registration and Breakfast

9:00 a.m.      Welcome and Introductions

9:05 a.m.       The Challenges of Defending a WC Claim Constrained by Disciplinary Action Proceedings

(Note: This is an update to the case study premiered at the 2024 DVWCT EduCon)

This presentation offers insights into the collaborative strategies required to effectively defend against a challenging “red-flag” workers’ compensation claim.  Complicating factors include disciplinary charges, ADA, honorable discharge, grievance and unemployment compensation.  This drama-filled case study underscores how a multi-disciplinary approach can lead to favorable outcomes for the employer.

Presenters:

Deputy Chief Quinn, Abington Township Police Department

Anthony Natale, Esq., Marshall, Dennehey, Warner, Coleman & Goggin

Patrick Harvey, Campbell Durrant, P.C.

10:00 a.m.     Break

10:15 a.m.     Special Investigations – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

While the vast majority of injured employees are honorable, a few may seek to illegally profit from the benefit. This presentation focuses on options for employers when faced with – the “red flag” or malingering employee. The role and benefits of the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) and Virtual Information Analysis (VIA) will be discussed.  We will also review the benefits of mining public information sources such as social media profiles and activity, business records, property data, court records and much more. You’ll be amazed at what investigators have discovered over the years!

Presenter:

Carly Cotteta, InSight Investigations

11:15 a.m.     Break

11:30 a.m.     Hearing Conservation Best Practices

Hearing loss claims among public sector employees are on the rise.  This presentation provides a concise review of the most common causes of hearing loss.  Next, practical strategies employers can implement to protect this important human sense will be reviewed.  You definitely want to remove your ear plugs for this presentation!

Presenter:

Peter Erndwein,

Director of Risk Control – Delaware Valley Trusts

12:00 p.m.    Lunch

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