LB313

Change provisions under the Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Act relating to subrogation of third-party claims and the distribution of proceeds in the settlement of third-party claims

Failed·4/17/26
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Nebraska LB313 amends the Nebraska Workers' Compensation Act to change subrogation rules and distribution of third-party claim proceeds.

Nebraska LB313 modifies the Nebraska Workers' Compensation Act by altering subrogation provisions for third-party claims. It mandates that a settlement is void unless agreed upon in writing by the employee or their representative and the workers' compensation insurer or employer. If no agreement is reached, the court must determine if the settlement is fair and reasonable.

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Calendar

Mar 10, 2025

1:30 PM

Hearing

Mar 10, 2025

1:30 PM

Business and Labor Hearing

History

Apr 17

Legislature

Indefinitely postponed

Jan 7

Legislature

Title printed. Carryover bill

Jun 6, 2025

Legislature

Provisions/portions of LB313 amended into LB455 by AM678