The shutdown of the federal government is testing the patience of public risk managers as they strive to continue to serve their community.

Should a “no-deal” Brexit occur, risk managers will not be able to stem the damage.

Organizations looking to integrate facial recognition technology into their security systems must consider it may not always be the best alternative.

California’s insurance commissioner issued a release reminding residents to look for coverage under their homeowners’ policies for help with evacuation and recovery expenses during this volatile wildfire season.

The city of Surprise found a unique way to cut workers’ comp costs dramatically, while securing prompt, high-quality care for their injured workers.

Monmouth County, New Jersey, used a combination of advanced technology and safety-and-wellness programs to lower claims 44 percent and losses by 76 percent from 2009 to 2017.

From construction to cargo to cyber, an array of Insurtech technology solutions is beginning to bring real improvement to risk management safety strategies.

Mass shootings, cyber liability and medical costs are all public sector risks. Add to that budget shortfalls and the picture is grim.

Creativity helped 2018 Risk All Star Dianne Howard find effective and affordable ways to protect her district, and the thousands of schoolchildren it serves.

One Department of Public Works worker found that he could not file a negligence claim against his employer after already receiving workers’ compensation.

More states are requiring schools to test drinking water for lead. Doing so puts them on the hook for costly remediation and opens them up to liability exposure.

From choosing the right filter to developing a communication plan, there are ways schools can mitigate health and liability risks.

Climate change, social media and artificial intelligence are increasing the rate of emerging risks.

They may be well-intended, but brokers sometimes drive risk managers nuts with their behavior.

Financial pressures and societal changes are challenging university risk managers like never before.

Vacationers might not appreciate the degree to which public sector risk management is put to the test during the summer months.

Public organizations face a growing set of challenges. See our map of the top current exposures plotted by frequency and impact.

Public organizations face a growing set of challenges. See our map of the top current exposures plotted by frequency and impact.

The use of drones in the public sector is expanding rapidly. From heat mapping to dispersing medication to investigating noise complaints, the benefits and the risks are tangible.

Transporting young children is risky business. In this Q&A, an underwriting VP discusses solutions to minimize the exposures.