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Happenings awb events red flags on workers’ compensation claims: how to identify them early on to avoid lengthy and expensive claims AWB, Olympia Feb. 10 There are numerous red flags to look for on workers’ compensation claims. With red flags, there is high risk that the claim is fabricated and should be rejected or that a very aggressive and proactive approach is needed to limit claim impact and close the claim. Learn what these “red flags” are and how to spot them early so you can avoid costly, drawn-out claims. when and how to hire legal counsel on workers’ compensation cases AWB, Olympia Feb. 10 How complex is the case? Is the claim at the Department of Labor and Industries or at the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals? Does the claimant have preexisting medical conditions? What are the current and potential claim costs to your company? Are there “red flags” on the claim? The answers to these questions can indicate when you should hire an attorney on workers’ compensation cases. Learn how to hire an attorney who will deliver value. nlrb update: the obama board and new union organizing techniques, workplace policies, and employee discipline Davis Wright Tremaine, Seattle March 3 Davis Wright Tremaine Partner, Greg Hendershott, will provide seminar attendees with an update on union activity as well as recent decisions under the Obama National Labor Relations Board. Topics include new union organizing techniques, including shadow unions, surprise “intermittent” strikes, franchise/joint employer organizing, social media policies, “ambush” election rules, and more. 2015 safety academy AWB and Sedgwick are offering courses for safety and non-safety professionals who wish to increase their safety knowledge and effectiveness in developing and administering safety programs within their company. Choose from individual courses or the Certified Safety Coordinator program. Students take seven required courses and five electives. Upon completion, awb spring meeting Safety Coordinator” certificates. Mark your calendar and plan to attend! Highlights include: May 12 - 13 candidates will receive “Certified The Davenport Hotel, Spokane For information on how to • Environmental Excellence Awards register for AWB events, contact • Community Service Awards Cheri Zehner at 206.799.6382 or • Evening Networking Reception [email protected]. • AWB Board Meeting