Jan 29, 2020 | Professional Development
Perhaps you made New Year’s Resolutions to improve all areas of your life, vowing to close more business deals, be more organized, and eat more kale. According to U.S. News & World Report, 80% of us give up on our New Year’s resolutions by mid-February. We...
Sep 4, 2019 | Cannabis, Workers' Compensation
The sale of legal cannabis is projected to reach $20 billion within three years. With 33 states passing laws to legalize medical cannabis and 11 allowing recreational marijuana, the insurance industry is beginning to take notice. California blazed trails by announcing...
Aug 5, 2019 | Parcel Delivery, Transportation, Workers Comp Programs, Workers' Compensation
People typically prefer to shop in a brick and mortar store because they can get the items the same day. Amazon is on a quest to disrupt that model. In exchange for a $119 per year annual fee, Amazon is on a fast track to putting items in the hands of its Prime...
Jun 3, 2019 | Weather Conditions, Workers Comp Programs, Workers' Compensation, Workplace Safety
Summertime means vacation and fun for many Americans. However, the risk of heat-related illnesses for outdoor workers increases significantly as the weather gets hotter and more humid. Construction workers, landscapers, agricultural workers, and baggage handlers...
Apr 15, 2019 | FELA, Jencap, Workers Comp Programs, Workers' Compensation
Almost all private employees in the United States can collect workers’ compensation if they are injured on the job. Railroad employees are the exception to the rule, as they must file for damages through The Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). FELA was created in...