House Bill No. by Representative Chenevert amends the Louisiana workers' compensation laws, specifically R.S. 23:1311 and 1314(E)(1). The bill updates the requirements for a petition for benefits under workers' compensation, specifying that the petition must include the names and addresses of all parties involved, a detailed statement regarding the injury, and sufficient factual statements to notify the parties of the specific compensation benefits that are disputed or unpaid. Additionally, it introduces a new requirement for a prayer for relief, which must include a concise statement of the specific benefits or other relief sought by the petitioner.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the conditions under which an employer or payor can file a disputed claim against an employee or their beneficiaries. Previously, such claims could only be filed if fraud was alleged or if the employer was appealing a decision from the medical director. The proposed law broadens this scope, allowing employers or payors to file disputed claims to controvert benefits or address any other disputes arising under the workers' compensation provisions. This change aims to streamline the process for resolving disputes related to workers' compensation claims.

Statutes affected:
HB456 Original: 23:1314(E)(1)