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Temporary Suspension of WCIRB Field Work in Areas Impacted by the Los Angeles Fires

The WCIRB has decided to temporarily suspend all Test Audits and Classification Inspections in areas affected by the fires.

WCIRB Releases Third Quarter 2024 Experience Report

This report is an update on California statewide insurer experience valued as of September 30, 2024.

WCIRB Releases Updated Multi-Bureau Evaluation of Mega Claims

This study is an update of a 2020 analysis produced in response to stakeholder concerns about the relative frequency and cost of mega claims.

Governing Committee to Meet December 11

At the meeting, the Committee will discuss potential 2025 actuarial and research projects.

Actuarial Committee to Meet December 10

At the meeting, the Committee will review insurer experience valued as of September 30, 2024, among other topics.

WCIRB Releases 2024 Geo Study with Interactive Map

The WCIRB Geo Study 2024 underscores regional differences in claim characteristics across California. A web-based interactive map allows you to quickly view key measures across regions.

Classification and Rating Committee to Meet November 12

At the meeting, the Committee will review a draft report on universal extension of payroll limitations, among other topics.

WCIRB Publishing 2025 Experience Modifications

The WCIRB has issued over 94 percent of the January 1, 2025 X-Mods that insurers, agents/brokers and policyholders rely on for January policy renewals.

WCIRB Releases Second Quarter 2024 Experience Report

This report is an update on California statewide insurer experience valued as of June 30, 2024.

Andrea Coleman Selected to Succeed Bill Mudge as WCIRB President and CEO

On September 25, 2024, the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California (WCIRB) Governing Committee selected Andrea Coleman, WCIRB Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, to serve as President and CEO designate.

WCIRB Report Updates on COVID-19 Claims and Long COVID

The WCIRB has released an updated report, Long COVID in the California Workers’ Compensation System – 2024 Update.

WCIRB Appoints Tony Milano as Executive Vice President and Chief Actuary

The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California (WCIRB) is pleased to announce the promotion of Tony Milano to Executive Vice President and Chief Actuary, effective September 25, 2024. Tony Milano, a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society and a...