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Cowlitz County's risk management reveals alarming figures: 51 incidents reported, 13 workers' compensation claims, and a surge in liability claims, prompting urgent investigations and calls for reform.

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Risk management: county reports rising claims totals and multiple SAM claims under investigation
Risk management presented year-to-date figures showing 51 total incidents, 13 workers' compensation claims for 2026, 17 liability claims and seven sexual abuse/misconduct (SAM) claims; staff said the risk pool is investigating SAM claims and the county will meet with the pool next week to review options including potential settlements.
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June 29, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Cowlitz County's latest meeting reveals a surprising spike in jail injuries while most departments enjoy improved workplace safety—what does this mean for the future?

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Workers' Comp report shows decreased injuries across most departments
Report indicates fewer injuries in county departments, with jail showing unexpected increase.
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June 3, 2025 at 3:27 AM
Experts clash over the complexities of utility negligence in wildfire incidents—could your power company be held liable for natural disasters?

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Expert witnesses debate utility negligence in wildfire claims evaluation
Witnesses scrutinize negligence attribution in utility-related wildfire claims during hearings
citizenportal.ai
March 23, 2025 at 1:39 PM