Employment Practices

Insurers Plan Modest Hiring Growth As Actual Job Gains Fall Short Of Forecasts

Nearly half of insurance companies expect to add staff over the next 12 months, but headcount growth over the past year trailed projections, per The Jacobson Group and Aon.

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AI Adoption Shows Early Negative Correlation With Job Growth, Raising Workers’ Comp Questions

Beyond the Layoff: Managing Organizational Risk Through Change

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Fighting Violence in Health Care Settings

With workers at a high rate of danger, health care facilities must train for both communication skills and safety drills.

EEOC Seeks to Clarify Wellness Programs, ADA

A proposed rule from the EEOC is intended to help clear up questions surrounding wellness programs and potential conflicts with the ADA.

Ten Tips for Leave Management

The leave management environment is increasingly complex, and costly.

Treat the Individual, Not the Stigma

The Germanwings tragedy reinforces the notion that employees must have unfettered access to mental health services.

Driver Shortage Challenges Truck Lines

Recent accidents highlight risk management challenges of long hours and tough road conditions.

Flavored With Danger

Food production that involves certain types of additives or flavorings can put employees at serious risk and create workers’ comp liabilities for employers.

Workplace Regulations Increase

Three recent pro-union decisions by the NLRB make it more difficult for employers.

Struggling With Stress

Whether in the office or at home, employee stress exposes organizations and their insurers to increased risk.

Union-Related Regulations Increase

Three recent NLRB decisions make it more difficult for employers. GOP control of Congress probably won’t make a difference.

Top 6 Risks of U.S. Companies Working Globally

Working overseas poses countless risks for employers and employees. Presented by Travelers.

What’s Your Education Risk Management Policy?

To meet the challenges of the future, organizations must focus on education.

Classified Information

Government agencies are cracking down on employees who deliberately misclassify workers.

Risky Territory

As business travel increases, risk managers need intelligence and communication systems to keep employees safe.

Examining Claims Losses

Marine, aviation and energy sector losses accounted for much of the losses. Employee training would help.

Post-Accident Drug Testing Prompts ADA Questions

A jury will have to decide whether an employer’s post-accident drug testing constitutes a “disability-related inquiry” in violation of the ADA.

Smart But Rude

“Phubbing” – or phone snubbing – can compromise work relationships and pose a serious business risk.

Paying for Detox

The opioid epidemic is addressed by detoxification programs.

Upward Bullying

Resentful employees can undermine leadership, sabotaging productivity.

Rumor Control

Create mechanisms to address rumors before they become seen as the truth.

Retaliation is Futile

OSHA is cracking down on employers suspected of violating whistleblower protection provisions.