Claims & Risk Management

All business should be committed to preventing violence in the workplace. In order to keep the workplace as safe as possible, please observe the following guidelines: Identifying Your Risk of Workplace Violence Workplace violence can include actions or words that

You’ve heard of painkillers and how they can help manage your worst ailments. However, you may not be familiar with the side effects that come with them. Addiction to prescription painkillers, or opioids, is a national emergency. Nearly 100 Americans

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), one of the most effective ways to promote a safe working environment is to get involved in a company safety meeting. Since safety is our top priority, we’ve gathered some tips

A key to understanding your workers’ compensation premium is the experience modification factor, also known as your mod. Understanding your company’s mod and the data used to obtain it helps you identify ways to minimize your workers’ compensation premium. Who

We all know that safety is important, but do you realize just how costly a workplace injury can be? When all is said and done, injuries can cost business owners hundreds of thousands of dollars, so why not practice better

Heat kills by pushing the human body beyond its limits. In extreme heat and high humidity, evaporation is slowed and the body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature. In a normal year, about 175 Americans succumb to

The importance of supervisor safety cannot be understated. Providing a safe working environment and ensuring a safe start when new people begin working for you is not only the right thing to do, it’s the law. OSHA has a general

The rising cost of claims presents a significant challenge for employers today. However, there is a simple strategy that can significantly reduce your claims costs: all claims reporting done promptly. In fact, the sooner a claim is reported, the lower

Recently, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released additional resources regarding the implementation of its Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. This News Brief provides some background information on the Clearinghouse and highlights

With outdoor workers, it is important to take precautions against exposure to sun, heat and bug bites during the summer months. Protect Outdoor Workers Against the Sun, Heat and Bugs Sun To protect against the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays,

Layoffs are an unfortunate reality for many businesses. Whether a layoff is planned or unplanned, a business can suffer major reputational harm or even be taken to court following a large-scale termination. In fact, it’s not unheard of for layoffs

Workplace investigations are crucial when it comes to establishing a safe and welcoming work environment. However, these investigations are often complex and can involve navigating sensitive topics and disputes. More than ever before, companies face irreversible reputational damage and negative

Working outside, you know that the weather can have an impact on your day. Hot weather, especially when combined with strenuous physical labor, can cause your body temperature to rise to unsafe levels. Normally, your body cools itself through sweating,

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), one of the most effective ways to promote a safe working environment is to get involved in company safety meetings. Since safety is our top priority, we’ve gathered some tips to

When you’re driving the speed limit down the highway and another car pulls out in front of you, it’s necessary to hit the brakes or execute a quick maneuver to avoid an accident. Chances are you’ll make a mental note