Obesity has many implications for injured workers, from being a catalyst for injuries to increasing healthcare costs and lengthening time away from work.
With a plethora of technology and innovation on the horizon for workers’ compensation, it’s important to pause and review the core competencies that built this industry and how good data can be used to enhance each.
Sophisticated threat actors are increasingly targeting the financial services industry with ransomware attacks and data extortion tactics, despite heightened security investments.
At the age of 22, Amnon Rattray experienced the most terrifying accident of his life. Today, he’s turning his catastrophic workplace injury into a story of inspiration for others.
Physician-dispensed topicals are costly and there’s no evidence that they are more effective than what is available through the more traditional distribution network of the retail pharmacy network. Why aren’t more states taking action?
In part 4 of our 2024 drug trends series, we’re evaluating workers’ comp high impact drug class patterns and strategies to address the challenges these cost drivers are creating.
Two recent One Call hires demonstrate the positive effect external talent and perspectives have on bringing forth successful workers’ compensation solutions.
In part 3 of our 2023 drug trends series, we’re evaluating workers’ comp opioid patterns and the strategies being used to continue their decline in use and manage their risks.
Private equity is a robust piece of the insurance marketplace. For firms & their portfolio companies, finding a partner that provides consistent, proactive risk mitigation is essential.
The increased adoption of renewable energy technologies, particularly EV charging stations and solar panels, means it’s time for a risk review. Best practices for installation and upkeep start with having the right partner in place.
Technology can help to prevent losses, improve safety and security, and reduce the cost of insurance — if property owners and managers select the right tools. Experienced risk professionals can help their clients get the most bang for their buck.
Topicals can be a costly specialty medication in workers’ compensation. When a topical is necessary, it’s important payers have a resource that works with them to reduce their overall cost.