Burton Ratings Blog

The Burton Ratings Blog is your trusted source for expert commentary and thoughtful analysis on the evolving landscape of workers’ compensation, occupational disability, and labor market economics. Led by Frederick Burton, a national authority on compensation policy, this blog provides readers with in-depth perspectives rooted in both academic research and real-world consulting.

Through this platform, we aim to break down complex regulations and policy shifts into accessible insights. Whether you’re a policymaker, attorney, labor representative, insurer, or researcher, our goal is to equip you with the knowledge needed to navigate today’s most pressing workplace and disability issues. From interpreting impairment rating systems to understanding the economic impact of legislative proposals, the Burton Ratings Blog is here to clarify and inform.

Frederick Burton’s decades of leadership in public policy and his role as former Chair of the U.S. Department of Labor’s National Commission on State Workmen’s Compensation Laws bring unmatched credibility to our work. Our blog explores the key intersections between law, economics, and workplace safety—focusing on fairness, transparency, and evidence-based decision-making.

We regularly publish updates, analysis, and reflections on both national and international developments in workers’ compensation systems. Our team’s contributions help shape policy conversations that impact millions of workers and employers.

Explore our posts to stay current on important changes, timeless principles, and forward-looking strategies that influence the way we protect people in the workforce. We invite you to read, engage, and share the ideas that matter.