Managing Injured-On-Duty Claims: Responsibilities, Trends, & Best Practices

This interactive session provides a comprehensive overview of The Trust’s Public Safety Injured-on-Duty (IOD) Program and the processes involved in managing IOD claims. The seminar will offer practical insights to help Members navigate their responsibilities and effectively support injured employees.

Participants will gain a clearer understanding of the program’s unique structure, its compliance obligations, and current trends impacting IOD claims. The session will also include opportunities for discussion and peer engagement.

Topics will include:

• Overview of the IOD Program, including key features and benefits
• Member obligations under RIGL 45-19-1
• The Trust’s role in administering and managing claims
• Coordination with Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
• Emerging trends and common challenges in IOD claims
• Relevant statutes and case law developments
• Recent and pending legislative updates
• Open discussion and Q&A

Presented By:

Ian Ridlon, President and Executive Director, The Trust

Russ Godin, Director of Claims, The Trust

Lisa Potter, Injured-On-Duty & Workers' Compensation Administrative Specialist, The Trust

Nicholas Mancini, Esq., Mancini Law, LLC

Representatives from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island

Who Should Attend:

Town Managers/Administrators, Mayors, Police Chiefs, Fire Chiefs, City/Town Finance Directors, Human Resources, Member Contacts, and anyone responsible for handling IOD claims.

This training is only available to Municipal Members of The Trust's Workers' Compensation and Injured-On-Duty Programs

Advance registration is required. Deadline for registration is Thursday, May 21, 2026. Anyone who registers and then fails to attend, or does not cancel their reservation by Thursday, May 21, 2026, will be subject to a $50 “NO SHOW” and/or cancellation fee.

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