1. A. In order that the liability for compensation may be effectively administered, the employer's carrier may discharge the obligations and duties of the employer under this act if the employer is not a self-insurer.

2. B. For the purpose of an employer's carrier discharging the obligation and duties of the employer:

   1. 1. An employer's knowledge of an injury shall constitute the carrier's knowledge of the injury;
   2. 2. The Commission shall have jurisdiction over the carrier to the same extent it has over the employer under this act; and
   3. 3. Any determinations by the Commission shall be binding on the carrier to the same extent as they are on the employer.

Laws 2013, SB 1062, c. 208, § 39, eff. February 1, 2014.