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Private vs. OWCA Mediation: Which Is Better for Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Cases?
Private mediation — especially with experienced professionals — often brings deeper strategic focus, better pacing, and an environment primed for resolution, not just discussion.
What Is a 1008 Mediation in Louisiana Workers’ Compensation?
A “1008 mediation” refers to the mediation process that takes place either before or after the filing of the 1008 Disputed Claim.
Pausing to Choose Our Tomorrow: Prism Team Retreat 2025
Every year around this time, our team pauses for an evening and a day to gather, enjoy a meal, reflect on the year in the rearview, and look forward to the one ahead.
How to Plan A Fruitful Team Retreat
While there are lots of ways to have an enriching, restful yet productive day for your team, below are some of the things we consider that have worked well for us in years past.
The Financial Case for Early Intervention
As you face an evolving risk landscape—rising medical inflation, aging workforce, uncertainty in litigation outcomes —mediation is one of the strongest tools you have to align cost-control and compassion.
Making Meaning in the Miles: Lee LeBouef’s Marathon Story
He will do this not because he’s a lifelong avid runner or because he just happens to be in Memphis that day, but because for the 2nd time, Lee is running the St. Jude Marathon as a “hero,”— a runner who fundraises for the organization while training for the race.
The Case for Picking Up The Phone
In phone calls, there is only honesty and directness. Which is exactly why in our line of work, phone calls can be especially valuable.