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The VWC will periodically hold public seminars on workers' compensation procedures. To place your name on the mailing list contact the VWC Human Resources Office at (804) 367-8637 or by e-mail at: Human.Resources@vwc.state.va.us

Eileen Tobler has been hired as Manager of Information Systems. A major computer upgrade has occurred to address the Y2K problem, to allow development of a web page and electronic filing, and to provide the regional offices full access to computer systems and data.

R. Temple Mayo, an experienced workers' compensation attorney, has been placed over the combined departments of claims processing and claims examination as Claims Director/ Deputy Commissioner. William Crawford will manage the claims examination department.

VWC Mediation Program-A neutral mediator meets with the claimant and a representative of the employer who has authority to resolve the issue in dispute. The mediator issues no opinion but helps the parties move toward a mutually acceptable resolution. Attorneys are permitted, but not required. Meetings can be in person or teleconference. Meetings or conferences can be held at the VWC in Richmond, the regional offices, or a location convenient to the parties. The VWC does not charge for mediation services. If you have a case with issues you believe are appropriate for mediation, contact R. Temple Mayo, Director of Claims, by mail (R. Temple Mayo, Director of Claims, Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission, 1000 DMV Drive, Richmond, Virginia 23220), telephone (804-367-8600) or e-mail (temple.mayo@vwc.state.va.us).

Other News

OSHA proposes new ergonomics standards (11-22-99)

February 16, 2000, 8:30-4:30, Return to Work Issues and Other New Developments in Workers' Compensation in Virginia, Wyndham Garden Hotel, 4700 South Laburnum Ave., Richmond, VA. 6 CLE Credits. $189.00 per person. Speakers: Patricia C. Arrighi, Sharon D. Bunger, Warren H. Britt, Charles F. Midkiff. Contact Lorman Education Services for registration details: (715) 833-3959, (715) 833-3940. FAX: (715) 833-3953. Email: ceinfo@lorman.com. Web site: http://www.lorman.com.


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