Question 1
Explain how workers’ compensation can sometimes result in people abusing the system? Describe cautionary flags that could raise suspicion of workers’ compensation fraud. Identify and explain a past case of workers’ compensation fraud. What were the results?
Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 2
Summarize some of the problems that are associated with workers’ compensation. What types of actions are workers’ compensation reform movements likely to recommend in the future?
Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 3
Explain the differences between temporary disability and permanent disability claims. What are some theories that are used in handling permanent and partial disability cases?
Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 4
Briefly explain the mission of the OSH Act. What is the rationale behind the Act?
Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 5
Based on the findings of a compliance officer’s workplace inspections, OSHA is empowered to issue citations and penalties. Compare and contrast the four different types of citations that can be issued. How are they different from each other?
Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.