The WCRI Annual Issues and Research Virtual Conference is a leading workers’ compensation forum that will take place across two afternoons on March 23 and 24. This virtual conference will highlight the Institute’s latest research findings while drawing upon the diverse perspectives of highly respected workers’ compensation experts and policymakers from across the country. Conference registration is free for members of any organization that has a WCRI membership. Following the live conference dates, the materials will be available on demand through late fall. Plan to stop by the Mitchell | Genex | Coventry virtual booth on the Exhibitor Hub of the Whova App where you can connect, ask questions, download resources and more. Click here to register.
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Average Length of Rental (LOR) for collision replacement-related rentals in Q3 2022 was 18.2 days, representing a three-day increase from Q3 2021 (15.2 days). Last year, when we compared Q3 2021 to Q3 2020, the results showed a 2.9-day rise. This represents almost six full days in the last 24 months.
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SAN DIEGO, Calif.—Mitchell, an Enlyte company and leading technology and information provider for the Property and Casualty (P&C) claims and Collision Repair industries, today announced that Aviva Canada has implemented its full suite of enterprise claims management solutions.
CDC Updates and Replaces Guidelines for Prescribing Opioids
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released an updated and expanded recommendation for clinicians prescribing opioids for outpati