John Bel Edwards: “Yes. Mr. McCAIN. Is it true that we have significant protections for employers with regard to liability, including the…”

“Yes. Mr. McCAIN. Is it true that we have significant protections for employers with regard to liability, including the self-insured? But isn't it also true--because allegations will be made to the contrary-- that we are interested in actively pursuing further agreements with all parties to try to address and tighten this language so we can achieve the goal we seek; and that is, to remove employer liability where the employer had no voice in the medical decision and to make sure the self-insured are able to avoid unnecessary lawsuits and be protected as well?”