MS SB2774

Claimants who fail to timely file medical records supporting a controverted workers' compensation claim within 60 days of filing the petition may have their claim dismissed

Employers or insurance carriers must notify pro se employees receiving medical treatment during the last 6 months of the 2-year limitations period that their right to further benefits may be barred; failure to provide notice extends the statute of limitations by 60 days

Workers' Compensation Commission records including medical reports, psychological reports, First Report of Injury Forms, and data compilations are exempt from the Mississippi Public Records Act and closed to public access

Insurance companies may now serve cancellation and nonrenewal notices to insured parties electronically, provided receipt is acknowledged by the insured

Employers and insurance carriers defending against workers' compensation claims are entitled to inspect and copy commission records pertaining to the employee's other workers' compensation claims