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Today's Terms
Cumulative Trauma (CT)
Definition:
An injury or illness that occurs over a period of time. For example, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Settlement
Definition:
A workers' compensation cases may be settled in one of two ways, by a Compromise and Release (C&R) or by a Stipulation with Request for Award (Stip). A C&R usually settles all outstanding issues in a claim for a single lump sum payment. A Stipulation may leave certain issues open, such as future medical treatment and/or vocational rehabilition.
Workers' Compensation Administrative Law Judge
Definition:
Judges at DWC district offices that conduct hearings, take evidence, issue decisions, and approve settlements.
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