25 Aug 2025 Annual Georgia Workers’ Compensation: Pioneering Uncharted Territories in Workers’ Compensation Adventures in the New Frontier. 2025 Annual Georgia Workers’ Compensation: Pioneering Uncharted Territories in Workers’ Compensation Adventures in the New Frontier. Monday, August 25, 2025 (12:00 AM) to Wednesday, August 27, 2025 (11:59 PM) 14 PDCs Provider: Georgia State Board of Workers' Compensation Course Name: SBWC Annual Conference- Pioneering uncharted Territories in WC Adventures in the new frontier Speaker: Chairman Hon. Ben Vinson, Hon. David Imahara, Delece Brooks Executive Director/COO ,Mark Goodman Esq., Jim Anderson, Esq. Eric Jones,Esq.Beth Valence,Dan Miears,Karissa Watson Steve Ehretsman,, Dr. Gary James, Tara Roland, Alejandra Klopstock, Jolie Powell, Amy Middlebrooks, Neil Thom, Paullin Judin, Jocelyn Paula Mefferd DO, Brandi Milford, Kathryn Rotenberry Kim Oliver, Gina Johnson, Cea Beasley, Saniyah Yisrael, Glyvona Cox, Matt Koloejchick, John McCormick, Wendy Sumrell, Shay Velsor, Kara Sepulveda, Charles Scott, Irina Simpson, David Milroy Program Type: Conference Registration URL: https://sbwc.georgia.gov. 2025 Annual Georgia Workers’ Compensation: Pioneering Uncharted Territories in Workers’ Compensation Adventures in the New Frontier., Alpharetta, Georgia Email Details Discuss current administrative changes relative to the Board’s legislative updates. identify laws and rules that affect decisions made by the Appellate Division. Discuss common and uncommon workers compensation defenses that are available to employers in the workers’ compensation system. Discuss the mission of Kids’ Chance of Georgia. Discuss issues and risks that arise in claims decisions. Discuss how to determine the compensability of claims. Discuss New and future medical treatments, AI , Obesity and other medical treatments for todays injured workers This three-day event will bring together professionals, experts, and stakeholders from across the workers' compensation field to discuss and explore the latest trends, challenges, and best practices. Conference Highlights: • There will be a Keynote Speaker that delivers an inspiring keynote address. Medical Session: Attendees will benefit from sessions on critical medical topics, including, The Impact of Obesity on the injured worker , Returned to Work reinvented, AI and Technology. Insurance/Self-Insurance Session: Key discussions will cover Artificial Intelligence & Claims Management, Alternative Workers’ Comp Coverage, comparing Georgia’s practices with other states, and Investigative Best Practices. Case Management Session: Learn about Best Practices for Case Managers & Adjusters, Discussion on mental Health ,Future Navigating Changing Terrain , Case Management Coordinating the complex Services and addressing Rewards, Challenges & Obstacles Encountered by Case Managers. • Ethics Session: Gain insights on Resolving Disputes Efficiently, recent Litigation Results, and new trends in medicine, Physician Extenders, & Other Trends. Special Events: • Meet the Exhibitors Reception: Engage with leading industry vendors and discover the latest innovations and services in the exhibit hall. • Meet the Chairman Reception: Network with peers and leaders in the field in an informal setting, providing a unique opportunity to discuss pressing issues and share ideas. Exhibit Hall: The exhibit hall will feature a diverse array of vendors showcasing cutting-edge products and services tailored to the needs of the workers' compensation community. Attendees will have ample opportunities to explore new solutions and engage with exhibitors. For more information and to register for the conference, please visit the SBWC website at www.sbwc.ga.gov. Details You're Registered!