Workers’ compensation questions can get complicated fast. In our new Dear Julie series, Julie Nichols, outside counsel for BIAW’s ROII program, answers common questions contractors and employers face when navigating Washington’s workers’ compensation system.
Julie has been practicing law and helping building industry employers navigate Washington’s unique workers’ compensation laws and regulations for nearly 20 years, bringing practical insight to real-world claim situations ROII participants encounter every day.
If you’ve worked in construction long enough, there’s usually one piece of gear you come across and think, “Where was this years ago?”
For ROII Field Representative Jesse Balbin, it’s the MicroClimate Air3, a new NIOSH-approved powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR).
We are excited to share the latest ROII refund results. Once again, they reflect the strong commitment our participants make to safety and proactive claims management.
In 2026, ROII is distributing more than $24 million back to participants across Washington, reinforcing the value of strong safety performance and effective claims management.