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Claims Practices

Purchasing Higher Deductibles Than Desired Is Not Broker Negligence

Barry Zalma | April 12, 2019

Barry Zalma relates a case where the policy didn't provide the coverage expected.

Professional, D and O, and Fiduciary Liability

More Dangers Lurking in Claims-Made Policy Forms

Frederick Fisher | April 5, 2019

More Dangers Lurking in Claims-Made Policy Forms—Fred Fisher looks at more pitfalls: EPLI policy definitions and claim and incident reporting provisions.

Employee Well-Being

Evaluating Employee Assistance Programs

Sally Spencer-Thomas | April 5, 2019

Often underutilized and neglected, EAPs can provide a mental health safety net. Sally Spencer-Thomas explains.

Claims Management

WC Court Rulings, Legislation, and Advocacy-Driven Claim Outcomes

Christopher Mandel | March 29, 2019

WC Court Rulings, Legislation, and Advocacy-Driven Claim Outcomes—Worker advocacy is worth the investment and does have an impact, per Chris Mandel.

Employee Hiring, Development, and Retention

To Hire Quickly, Follow a Scientific Interview Process

Mike Poskey | March 29, 2019

To Hire Quickly, Follow a Scientific Interview Process—Mike Poskey explains how following an interview plan can help ensure a smart hiring decision.

Workers Compensation Issues

Expanding Leave-of-Absence Regulations

Mark Walls, Kimberly George | March 29, 2019

Understanding the laws and implementing leave and accommodation policies properly are key, per Mark Walls.

Corporate Fraud Prevention

Examining Corporate Gifts and Entertainment

Scott Langlinais | March 22, 2019

Examining Corporate Gifts and Entertainment—Think the exchange of favors and perks hurts no one? Scott Langlinais warns: think again.

Cyber and Privacy Risk and Insurance

Cyber Threat Awareness Requires Training and Vigilance

Mark Lanterman | March 22, 2019

Personalized, prioritized instruction keeps employees engaged and companies safe, per Mark Lanterman.

Cyber and Privacy Risk and Insurance

Cyber Insurance Trends for Small to Medium Enterprises

Jeffrey Smith | March 22, 2019

Jeffrey Smith says tech-based cyber risk solutions are not just for large firms.

Environmental

Mold Damage from Allegedly Defective Work Excluded from CGL Coverage

Kent Holland | March 8, 2019

The homeowners pollution and mold exclusions also applied. Kent Holland explains.

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