October 2021 Issue

Opinion | We’ve All Taken a Sick Day. Now Let’s Embrace Taking Mental Health Days

It’s time to reconsider the sick day so that employees can take much needed mental health breaks.

Employees Are Reeling From a Year of Trauma. How Critical Incident Stress Debriefing Can Help

Australia Apartment Building Defects Will Be Covered by Insurers, Court Says 

Fix Now, Invest in the Future: Biden’s Infrastructure Bill and How It Will Impact Risk Management Efforts

How the “Industrial Athlete” Approach Can Serve as a Playbook for Maintaining Worker Safety and Longevity

October 2021 Issue

Opinion | We’ve All Taken a Sick Day. Now Let’s Embrace Taking Mental Health Days

It’s time to reconsider the sick day so that employees can take much needed mental health breaks.

Employees Are Reeling From a Year of Trauma. How Critical Incident Stress Debriefing Can Help

The onset and impact of the pandemic left many workers feeling stressed and burned out. Assistance from employers is necessary.

Australia Apartment Building Defects Will Be Covered by Insurers, Court Says 

What happens after a building manager is put on the line for construction defects?

Fix Now, Invest in the Future: Biden’s Infrastructure Bill and How It Will Impact Risk Management Efforts

With new federal infrastructure funding on the horizon, choosing project management carefully and preparing for supply chain interruptions will be key for public sector risk management.

How the “Industrial Athlete” Approach Can Serve as a Playbook for Maintaining Worker Safety and Longevity

The term “industrial athlete” isn’t new, but interest in this approach to keeping workers fit and safe is on the rise.

How Gallagher’s Bill Powell Went from History PhD Student to a Top Insurance Broker for the Education and Nonprofit Sectors

Bill Powell of Gallagher knows communication, trust and transparency go a long way in creating a successful broker career.

Sexual Abuse Claim Not Covered by Insurance, Court Rules

When a therapist abuses his power, the court is tasked with deciding if an employment practices liability policy will kick in to cover the underlying sexual assault claim.

Professional Liability Underwriters Face a Watershed Moment. Here’s What to Look For When PLUS Meets in Dallas

2021 is set to be a pivotal year for the professional liability insurance markets.

Opinion | Insurance Is Everywhere. Even at a Neighborhood Game of Spades

A game of cards is still in need of an insurance backup.

Zoom’s Cyber Risk Manager Shares Her Thoughts on Remote Work, Industry Technology and Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Tamika Puckett shares her journey through the industry.

National Comp 2021 is Back and In-Person. Here’s What to Look Forward to in Las Vegas

The premier workers’ compensation conference is slated for an in-person event in Las Vegas this October, with thought-provoking sessions and speakers.

A Grueling Pandemic, Vaccination Mandates and a Return to the Office: Get Ready for the Litigation

As workplaces attempt to reopen following COVID-19 shutdowns, employers need to take EPLI coverage into consideration.

Technology Is Enabling Better Virtual Claims Collaboration. But Here’s Why a Human Touch Will Still Be Necessary, Even Vital

COVID-19 accelerated the use of technology in claims. But a human touch is still necessary.

How The City of Philadelphia Cut Costs and Doubled Down on Employee Advocacy, Earning Their Second Teddy Award

The City of Philadelphia cut costs while doubling down on employee safety and investing in top-quality care for injured workers, earning its second Teddy Award in the process.

Walt Disney Company Sued by Insurer Over COVID Exposure Claims 

Entertainment conglomerate Disney is looking for insurance covers for COVID-related production shutdowns.

10 Workers’ Comp Items to Review Coming Out of a Year of Disruption

After the brunt of the pandemic has passed, these are the top risks and trends to watch in the workers’ compensation arena.

As SPACs Advance, So Does the D&O Underwriting Market

Interest is growing in special purpose acquisition companies, or SPACs. But these unique entities require a thoughtful and comprehensive approach to D&O coverage.

From Medication to Meditation: Creating Better Paths to Manage Pain and Protect Injured Workers

Smarter prescribing, effective deprescribing and knowing when the answer isn’t a drug are all part of a more strategic approach to pain management.

How to Tackle the Rising Tide of Ransomware Attacks

As cyber criminals become increasingly more sophisticated in their mode of attack and ransom demands spiral, so businesses need to be more proactive in preventing an attack and dealing with its aftermath.

A Global Insurance Program to Meet the Most Challenging of Environments

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions is leveraging technology and experience to provide its customers with cutting-edge programs in an increasingly uncertain and unstable world.