Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission Names Deputies
The state commission has appointed Adam L. Katz and Jason A. Mullins to serve as deputy commissioners.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in People
The Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission announced the appointment of Adam L. Katz and Jason A. Mullins as new deputy commissioners. Both appointees will function as administrative law judges responsible for conducting evidentiary hearings.
Why it matters
These appointments fill key administrative roles overseeing workers' compensation claims across Virginia. The commission utilizes these positions to manage legal disputes between employers and employees under state law.
Adam L. Katz and Jason A. Mullins will manage workers' compensation dockets in their respective regions. Their work will be governed by the legal framework established under the Virginia Workers' Compensation Act.
The players
Adam L. Katz
He is a new deputy commissioner based at the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission headquarters in Richmond.
Jason A. Mullins
He is a new deputy commissioner who will operate out of the commission's Harrisonburg office.
Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission
This is the state government body responsible for administering the Virginia Workers' Compensation Act.
The details
Adam L. Katz brings experience from the Virginia attorney general's office, where he represented the Commonwealth in compensation claims since 2010. Jason A. Mullins joins from the law firm PennStuart, where he focused on the legal defense of workers' compensation claims throughout Virginia.
Timeline
Adam L. Katz began his tenure in the Virginia attorney general's office in 2010.
The Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission announced the new appointments on October 20, 2026.
Market Landscape
These appointments strengthen the state's judicial oversight capacity regarding the Virginia Workers' Compensation Act. By adding experienced legal counsel to these roles, the commission ensures the continued adjudication of claims under established state statutes.
Residents and businesses involved in workers' compensation claims in the Richmond and Harrisonburg areas may encounter the new commissioners during official hearings. The appointments help ensure that these administrative law proceedings continue to move through the state legal system.
The takeaway
The appointment of new deputy commissioners reflects the commission's commitment to maintaining legal oversight for workplace injury claims. Parties involved in open compensation cases should prepare for potential procedural shifts as these new judges assume their responsibilities.
Further reading
For more updates on state leadership, visit the Virginia People section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Insurance Journal.
