Workmen's Compensation Reform Bill (1982)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: News, Public Affairs
Place Covered: Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1982-05-28
Duration: 00:10:48
Subjects: Politics | Louisiana. Legislature | Louisiana Legislative Session, 1982 | LEGISLATION | WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION | Workers' compensation | REFORM BILLS | Louisiana Association of Business and Industry | Louisiana AFL-CIO | Labor
Contributors:
- George, Beth Host
- Ekings, Robyn Reporter
- Thompson, Mike Interviewee
- Koch, Johnny Interviewee
- Flory, Gordon Interviewee
- Schiff, Leslie Interviewee
Description
This segment from the May 28, 1982, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features an in-depth report on the workmen’s compensation reform bill sponsored by the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry (LABI). The bill aims to cut down on court settlements by creating a state division of workmen’s compensation to settle claims, while also restructuring the formula used to compute long-term benefits. Both the Louisiana AFL-CIO and the Louisiana Association of Trial Lawyers oppose the bill. Host: Beth George