Author: Joe Urbanski

December 14, 2022
by Joe Urbanski

Is that a protest?

The Washington Industrial Insurance Act allows parties aggrieved by Department orders to request in writing reconsideration, known as a protest, of the order within 60-days…

August 10, 2022
by Joe Urbanski

Claimant Died: Now What?

It is commonly said that there are only two constants in life: death and taxes. While Washington workers’ compensation benefits are generally tax free, death…

March 23, 2022
by Joe Urbanski

Washington Legislature Potentially Provides Extended Benefits to Claimants on Reopen Applications

The Washington Industrial Insurance Act allows claimants to reopen their claims following closure when the conditions proximately related to their industrial injury or occupational disease…