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On March 31, 2008, the Division of Workers' Compensation announced a
cost of living increase of 4.44 effective May 10, 2008. Injured
workers who have been receiving weekly benefits for total disability for
at least 52 weeks prior to May 10, 2008 are entitled to the increase.
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Based on confidential evaluations by his peers, Attorney Levine was
selected for inclusion in the recent edition of The Best Lawyers in
America in the specialty of Workers' Compensation Law. The
publication is considered the definitive guide for legal excellence in
the United States.
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The Division of Workers' Compensation has announced that the maximum
weekly compensation benefit will be increased to $882.00 for all
injuries occurring on or after September 1, 2007.
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On April 9, 2007, the Division of Workers' Compensation announced a cost of living
increase of 2.2% effective May 10th, 2007. Injured workers who have been
receiving weekly benefits for total disability for at least 52
weeks prior to May 10, 2007 are entitled to the increase.
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Attorney Levine held a free seminar for the leadership of
Local 310 of the Utility Workers Union of America (UWUA). The
seminar covered an overview of the workers' compensation laws and how
employees can protect their rights when they are injured on the job.
To schedule a free seminar for your organization, click on the link above or
call Gary J. Levine directly.
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On October 31, 2006, Attorney Levine held a seminar for lawyers on
"Workers' Compensation Case Preparation Techniques". Free seminars
are available for your group. To schedule a seminar, contact
Attorney Levine by clicking on the link above.
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The Division of Workers’ Compensation has announced that the maximum
weekly compensation benefit will be increased to $845.00 for all
injuries occurring on or after September 1, 2006.
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On July 14, 2006, Governor Carcieri appointed Gary J. Levine to the
State Rehabilitation Council. The SRC is responsible for working with
the Office of Rehabilitation Services in assuring that Rhode Islanders
with disabilities are able to obtain and maintain meaningful employment.
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The Division of Workers' Compensation has announced a cost of living
increase of 3.7% effective May 10th, 2006. Injured workers who have been
receiving weekly benefits for total disability for at least 52
consecutive weeks prior to May 10, 2006 are entitled to the increase.
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Attorney Levine held a seminar on March 23, 2006 entitled: "Workers'
Compensation for Union Representatives" sponsored by the Institute for
Labor Studies. Some comments from the attendees:
"Mr. Levine was wonderful. It was a very good class."
"Mr. Levine is great. Knowledgeable and great presentation."
"Very informative. Can't wait to share with others."
"Excellent. Very informative. Organized and forms very beneficial."
Contact Attorney Levine to schedule a free seminar for your group.
