The synchronicity and success of the State of Ohio’s efforts to recruit and educate new risk management and insurance talent is worth emulating.

There are numerous underwriting options open to specialty insurers these days. Finding the talent, technology and reinsurance support to take advantage of them will be the key to success.

In commercial auto management, telematics can be a double-edged sword — but would you rather go into battle unarmed?

Though the volume of premiums has fallen off compared to previous years, specialty and E&S coverages are still in hot demand.

Albuquerque Public Schools (APS), the largest school district in New Mexico, faced a significant challenge with outdated job descriptions that lacked specific physical demands for essential job functions. This ambiguity created uncertainty for both current employees and job candidates, potentially impacting workplace safety and employee wellbeing. Read more. Arlington Independent School District, the 13th-largest school district… View Article

Arlington Independent School District, the 13th-largest school district in Texas, serves over 56,000 students across 76 schools. With a diverse student population and over 9,000 staff members, AISD faced significant challenges in workplace safety and employee care. The district recognized the need to address rising costs and high injury rates, and to create a comprehensive… View Article

Albuquerque Public Schools (APS), the largest school district in New Mexico, faced a significant challenge with outdated job descriptions that lacked specific physical demands for essential job functions. This ambiguity created uncertainty for both current employees and job candidates, potentially impacting workplace safety and employee wellbeing. In 2017, APS recognized the need to update its… View Article

Mortenson, a leading construction company, faced unique challenges in managing the health and wellbeing of workers on a long-term project. As over 30% of the workforce came from outside the local area, many employees found themselves far from their usual support systems and medical providers for extended periods. This situation led to increased emotional and… View Article

Superior Construction Co. Inc., based in Jacksonville, Florida, has implemented innovative strategies to keep employees engaged, valued and supported throughout the injury recovery process. The company recognized that maintaining employee connection and facilitating a smooth return to work were critical challenges impacting their program. Tackling the Problem To address these issues, Superior Construction introduced several… View Article

California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB), a public research university in the California State University system, faced significant challenges its litigation rates in workers’ compensation claims, as many California employers do. This led to increased costs and extended claim resolution times. Additionally, the university struggled with prolonged return-to-work processes and identifying specific safety hazards contributing… View Article

Capital Health Inc., a health care system operating two hospitals and multiple specialty care practices in central New Jersey, faced a significant challenge common to the health care industry: workplace violence. Given that health care workers are five times more likely to suffer workplace injuries than average, Capital Health recognized the need for a proactive… View Article

Capital Health, a health care system operating two hospitals and multiple specialty care practices in central New Jersey, faced a significant challenge common to the health care industry — workplace violence. As health care workers are five times more likely to suffer workplace injuries than average, Capital Health recognized the need for a proactive approach… View Article

Sanford Health, a large health care organization, embarked on a journey to become a High Reliability Organization (HRO) in 2018, with a focus on patient and employee safety. As the organization grew, it identified challenges in its injury reporting process that were creating barriers for employees to report minor injuries or near-misses. “For us, being… View Article

Mortenson, a leading construction company, faced unique challenges in managing the health and wellbeing of workers on a long-term project. As over 30% of the workforce came from outside the local area, many employees found themselves far from their usual support systems and medical providers for extended periods. This situation led to increased emotional and… View Article

The Home Depot, a leader in the home improvement retail industry, faced a significant challenge in its Tool Rental Centers. In 2016, an in-depth analysis revealed that more than half of injuries in these centers were due to overexertion, often resulting in severe and costly injuries associated with manually handling heavy tools and equipment during… View Article

Bar Bakers LLC, a contract manufacturer of baked goods in the natural and organic markets, has experienced remarkable growth over the past four years, doubling its employee base and seeing an eightfold increase in payroll. As a large co-packer of granola bars and a partner to over 12 different companies, Bar Bakers operates three facilities… View Article

Orange County, North Carolina, faced unique challenges in managing workplace injury claims across its diverse departments and locations. With hundreds of potential incident sites spread across the county and operating around the clock, timely and accurate reporting of injuries was a complex task. The County recognized the need to improve its incident reporting process to… View Article

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Discount Tire, a leading tire and wheel retailer and service provider, has built its success on a foundation of exceptional customer service. This commitment extends beyond its retail operations to encompass the care and support of its own employees, particularly in the realm of workers’ compensation and workplace safety. Recognizing the challenges inherent in the… View Article

HSB’s Riggs shares insights into the company’s approach to technology-enabled risk prevention and protection.