Claim Closure with Brian Groesser
The must-have resource for opening, navigating and ultimately closing workers' compensation claims in North Carolina. Adjusters, risk managers, and employers alike can follow for a discussion of all things workers' compensation, from forms handling to common topics/issues and monthly case law updates. Brian Groesser is a Director at Midkiff, Muncie & Ross operating out of Raleigh, North Carolina. He handles workers' compensation cases on behalf of employers and carriers across the entire state. He can be reached at bgroesser@midkifflaw.com.This podcast was recorded and is being made available for informational purposes only. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that Midkiff, Muncie and Ross makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of Midkiff, Muncie & Ross. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state and should not be constituted as an offer to make or consider any investment or course of action.
Claim Closure with Brian Groesser
Arising Out of the Employment (Social Activities)
March 13, 2023
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Brian Groesser
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Season 1
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Episode 16
Employee injures his ankle playing volleyball at a company picnic. Not compensable. Employee injures her ankle dancing at the company Christmas party. Compensable. Say what? Injuries that occur during social activities hinge not on the injury, itself, but the voluntariness of the activity the injury occurred during. There are a set of guideposts to follow when receiving these fact patterns, and this episode will cover all of them.