In mid-July, an initiative qualified for the November ballot that could have far-reaching effects for Washington workers, employers and taxpayers.  I-1082, which would effectively privatize the current state-run workers’ compensation program, is backed by the insurance industry and a conservative trade group called the Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW).  If the initiative passes, these two groups will reap enormous benefits. I-1082 would allow private insurers to offer … [Read more...]