Workers' Comp

Pets In The Workplace

February 26, 2020

Employers are finding that bringing a pet to work is now becoming a reason that new hires accept a job offered, which makes employers feel driven to add the benefit to their standard offerings. The comfort of having your pet with you all day can have a positive effect on mood and sometimes lead to a boost in productivity, but what are the risks? Who is liable for accidents or mishaps with pets in the workplace?

Not Everyone In Your House Is Covered By Your Homeowners' Insurance!

February 11, 2020

Your nanny steps on a piece of Lego and takes a tumble that results in a broken ankle. The hospital bills for these minor spills catch many homeowners off guard, but not nearly as much as the shock of learning that none of the cost is covered in your homeowner’s policy.

Does Your Insurance Policy Cover Employees During Employer-Paid Trips?

January 29, 2020

Are Your Employees Covered During Business Trips?

January 22, 2020

When you send an employee on a business trip, do you think about your workers’ compensation exposure? You might assume they are covered at a company facility or even a vendor’s location, but what about driving home from a company-sponsored dinner? Let’s explore…

Mental Health Exposure And Workers' Compensation

December 10, 2019

Many clients and insurance agents contact us for a better understanding of their workers’ comp coverage. One of the most common queries is about mental health. Our latest blog covers some specifics about mental health and how workers’ comp may help people in need. Take a look!

What Can You Do In December To Sign New Clients?

December 4, 2019

While you might want to take a moment to look back over the past year and review your wins and losses, there are also several things you could do this month that are quick and easy (and in some cases, fun) to keep your insurance business growing. And all of these suggestions are subtle enough that nobody can accuse you of being totally work-focused during the most wonderful time of the year.

Medical Marijuana As A Treatment For Workers' Compensation Injuries

November 26, 2019

With marijuana laws evolving with each election across the country, the odds of medical marijuana being used in treating workers’ compensation injuries are rising. Read our latest article to learn about the updates and what might be coming next.

Mistakes Managers Make When Reporting Injuries

November 19, 2019

When an accident occurs in the workplace, it’s often a stressful situation for everyone involved. If the injury is severe, there could be so much focus on the injured worker that procedures take a back seat and reporting mistakes can happen.

The Virtual Employee And Their Workers' Comp Risks

October 29, 2019

Working virtually is a huge perk and can increase employee efficiency, but how does workers’ compensation coverage work when employees are not onsite or if they work in an environment the company cannot control? We explored in our latest article.

What You Need To Know About Insurance In 2020

October 23, 2019

As we move to the end of one decade and the beginning of another, let’s look at some of the trends impacting the workforce and therefore workers’ compensation coverage in 2020.