Risk & Insurance

Stop Making Excuses: How to Keep Workers’ Comp Out of the Path of the U.S. Health Care Train Wreck

Claims handlers and clinical staff must take control of claims, and execs have to give them the tools, authority, responsibility and accountability to do just that. The post

Posted: Mar 15, 2023

Protected: Three Keys to Managing Psychosocial Barriers to Recovery

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. The post Protected: Three Keys to Managing Psychosocial...

Posted: Mar 14, 2023

Workers’ Comp Power Broker Tina Schmitz on Industry Trends, Technology Challenges and More

This Marsh broker shares her journey and details the latest trends in workers' compensation to watch. The post

Posted: Mar 14, 2023

Independent Medical Examinations Are Judged by Their Covers. How to Make Sure You Get It Right

The old adage “You can’t judge a book by its cover” may be true when it comes to reading the latest novel from your favorite author, but when it comes to independent medical examinations (IME), the cover letter means everything. Though often overl...

Posted: Mar 13, 2023

As Demand Within Alternative Markets Increases, TPAs Serve an Important Role

Industry expertise, program flexibility, and robust analytics capabilities are key qualities setting the best TPAs apart. The post

Posted: Mar 12, 2023

Care for the Whole Person: Concentra’s Giovanni Gallara on How to Keep Pace with the Wellness Needs...

While on-the-job injuries are the focus of many an effort to control rising claims costs, it’s just as important to address preventable chronic conditions. The post

Posted: Mar 12, 2023

Big Data Can Make Cargo Transport Safer and More Efficient. Here’s What It’ll Take to Make That Happ...

Sensors to monitor location, temperature and other key shipment touchpoints are becoming more common. What to do with the data remains a challenge. The post

Posted: Mar 11, 2023

Fine Arts in Focus: Insurance Professionals Provide a Unique Glimpse into Protecting Treasured Colle...

Fine arts insurance is a segment of the industry where passion thrives. The post

Posted: Mar 10, 2023

3 Progressive Housing Initiatives That Could Prompt a Greater Need for E&S Market Solutions

Here are the key ongoing legislation trends likely to impact the functionality of the E&S market, from AmTrust's Erich Bublitz.  The post

Posted: Mar 09, 2023

Underinsured Properties Are Crushing Reinsurers. Why Proper Valuations Will Be a Focus for Years to...

Given the factors currently buffeting the property market, businesses need to get much sharper on valuations. The post

Posted: Mar 08, 2023

Why Supply Chain Trust is So Crucial to the Microelectronics Industry

Experts can utilize the most innovative technologies to solve for supply chain challenges, but these solutions are nothing without trust. The post

Posted: Mar 08, 2023

Why Supply Chain Trust Is So Crucial to the Microelectronics Industry

Experts can utilize the most innovative technologies to solve for supply chain challenges, but these solutions are nothing without trust. The post

Posted: Mar 08, 2023

Sustainable Energy in Lower-Income Neighborhoods: A Daunting Coverage Challenge This Broker Aced

How Ten Eyck Group’s Greg Barcomb helped a triple-bottom-line climate technology company secure a triple win in New York City. The post

Posted: Mar 07, 2023

Opinion | For the Sake of the Children

The state of liability indemnification for foster care parents in some states is something we should be addressing. The post Opinion | For the Sake...

Posted: Mar 06, 2023

More Bad News for Health Care: The Sector Now Suffers More Data Breaches Than Finance

The targets of cybercriminals’ data breach efforts are always shifting. Better awareness of trends in cybercrime — and consumers’ reactions to it — can inform an insurer’s strategic outlook. The post

Posted: Mar 06, 2023

The Benefits of Keeping It Local: Make Your Workers’ Comp PPO Work for You!

Thanks to our long history here, we know New Jersey... The post The Benefits of Keeping It Local: Make...

Posted: Mar 06, 2023

How Captives and Program Solutions Can Benefit Insureds Amid Social Inflation and Rising Insurance P...

With insurance costs on the rise, many are turning to captive and program solutions to help manage their risk transfer expenses. The post

Posted: Mar 03, 2023

Eyeglass Lens Manufacturer Insurance Fraud Case Leads to $23.8 Million Settlement

After an insurance fraud scheme was discovered, one whistleblower brought eyeglass lens manufacturer Essilor to court. The post

Posted: Mar 03, 2023

Passion Squared. How Nonprofit Insurance Brokers and Carriers Support the Causes Closest to Their He...

Nonprofit organizations give their employees the chance to work for a cause that is close to their heart. Those who work to insure the sector have that same opportunity. The post

Posted: Mar 03, 2023

From Undergraduate to Underwriter: Four Experts Share Their Strategies for Widening the Risk and Ins...

Each year brings news of risk management and insurance programs launching at colleges and universities of every tier. But to get students from classrooms to careers in risk and insurance, faculty, recruiters and employers have their work cut out f...

Posted: Mar 02, 2023

Inland Waterway Traffic Is Rising, and Workers’ Comp Risks Will Follow. Here’s How to Adapt

The combination of ongoing climate change and increased commerce along the inland waterways of the United States could lead to greater workers’ compensation exposures. The post

Posted: Mar 02, 2023

Attention Risk Managers: Long COVID Is Real and It’s Impacting Workers’ Comp Claims

While many have said that fears over Long COVID were unfounded, the latest data from WCRI suggests its impact is all too real for many. The post

Posted: Mar 02, 2023

Perspective | Chock Full of Insurance Trivia? Now’s Your Time to Shine

How well do you know your insurance pop culture references? Here's a chance to test what you know. The post Perspectiv...

Posted: Mar 02, 2023

‘The Doctor Will See You Right Now.’ How Telemedicine and Tech Innovations Are Advancing Workers’ Co...

Taking action immediately after an on-the-job injury can return employees to work faster and limit the chances that an isolated injury will lead to further claims. Implementing intelligent case management is the first step. The post

Posted: Mar 01, 2023

Weaknesses in Your Cyberattack Resilience Plans? It Might Be Time for a Tabletop Exercise

With cyberattacks on the rise, many companies are conducting breach response drills to assess how quickly they can recover. The post

Posted: Mar 01, 2023