COHN COHN Workers Compensation and Legal Aspects

Question 1

Which federal law establishes the framework for workers' compensation for federal employees in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA)

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Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Question 2

In workers' compensation, what does 'maximum medical improvement' (MMI) mean?

Accepted Answer

The employee's condition has stabilized and further recovery is not expected

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The employee has fully recovered and can return to full duty

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The employee requires surgery to improve their condition

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The employee's medical costs have reached the policy maximum

Question 3

Which type of workers' compensation benefit replaces a portion of an injured worker's lost wages?

Accepted Answer

Temporary total disability (TTD) benefits

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Medical benefits

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Vocational rehabilitation benefits

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Death benefits

Question 4

What is the primary legal obligation of an occupational health nurse (OHN) when a work-related injury occurs?

Accepted Answer

Document the injury and ensure the worker receives prompt medical treatment

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File a lawsuit on behalf of the employee

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Deny treatment until liability is established

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Notify OSHA within 24 hours for all injuries

Question 5

An employee files a workers' compensation claim claiming a back injury is work-related. The employer believes it is a pre-existing condition. Who typically makes the official determination?

Accepted Answer

The state workers' compensation board or commission

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The occupational health nurse

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The employer's HR department

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The employee's personal physician

Question 6

Under the ADA, what is an employer required to provide for a worker returning after a work-related injury?

Accepted Answer

Reasonable accommodations if the worker has a qualifying disability

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Full salary during the recovery period

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Unlimited medical leave

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A new job position at the same pay grade