This pandemic has taken business by storm. Frankly, I am tired of hearing about it and am actively seeking any signs of normalcy. I cannot wait until businesses are open again and we are able to be out and about again … even if I have to wear a mask. On the upside … there
Marijuana has been on my mind for the last couple of weeks…. And NO, not for the reason you are thinking. I have read multiple stories over the last several years from CO, OR and WA discussing aspects of the first several months after those states legalized recreational use. There was quite a spike at
This little beauty seems to have passed almost unnoticed by the WC industry. To be truthful, it seems that most businesses may not be readily affected by it. But to those that are - the changes can be significant. The question is: What does California AB 2883 mean to your worker’s compensation insurance? CA AB
When we think of WC claims, we usually envision an employee tripping/falling or some other isolated incident. Repetitive Injury or Cumulative Trauma are veritable swear words in the Workers Comp industry unconsciously prodding employers to shun from the mere mention of such cash flow inhibiting, premium-jacking calamities. However, to truly be successful at managing your workers
The risk is real! :) This game - or should we call it a movement - has taken the world by storm. What a marketing marvel, really... but with one eye on the screen can people really be aware enough of their surroundings? As an employer, you can't really dictate what employees do on their
After not increasing penalties for 26 years, the U.S. Department of Labor announced OSHA penalty increases of approximately 78%. The DOL announced the increase of several other civil penalties for other organizations as well, but OSHA is the one I am choosing to focus on here. The reason as explained in the press release is to
Last week, Insurance Journal posted a new piece highlighting the findings of the top 5 Workers Comp claims and their causes. Spoiler alert ... I have listed them below. strains and sprains (30 percent) cuts or punctures (19 percent) contusions (12 percent) inflammation (5 percent) fractures (5 percent) These are listed by percentage of total
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