A civil justice watchdog is voicing concerns that a newly enacted Illinois law could increase costs for employers and undo key workers’ compensation reforms. Though the law’s details remain limited, the alarm centers around the potential erosion of previous progress in the state.

Virginia’s 2018 workers’ compensation insurance reform continues to yield benefits for employers, as insurers propose another rate cut. If approved, this would mark the seventh consecutive decrease, reflecting a sustained shift toward lower business costs in the state.