Insurance Journal

JULY 17, 2025

Starwind Specialty Insurance Services, a division of CRC Group, announces today its official rebrand of its 5Star Workers’ Compensation unit to Starwind WC. The rebrand includes a new name, logo, and a refreshed website for the 30-year old company. Starwind …

Workers Compensation

Insurance Journal

JULY 21, 2025

Jeanette Ward, president and CEO of Texas Mutual Insurance Company, has been elected as one of the insurer members on the National Council on Compensation Insurance 2025 Board of Directors. NCCI provides a comprehensive source for workers’ compensation data, insights …

Compensation

AMAXX

APRIL 23, 2025

Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) is increasingly recognized as a critical component in workers’ compensation, influencing treatment decisions, recovery outcomes, and cost management. This ensures medical decisions in workers’ compensation are guided by the strongest available evidence. What is Evidence-Based Medicine?

Workers Compensation

Top Insurance Blogs

JUNE 18, 2025

You are here because you want to learn how workers’ compensation and employers’ liability work in Switzerland. Definition of Workers’ Compensation Workers’ compensation is a […] The post Switzerland Workers’ Compensation and Employers’ Liability appeared first on My Top Insurance Blogs.

Workers Compensation

Insurance Journal

JUNE 11, 2025

Insurance companies must compensate aircraft lessors and owners for planes that Russia seized when it took counter-sanction measures after the invasion of Ukraine, a UK judge ruled potentially leaving insurers on the hook for billions in payouts. The verdict comes …

Compensation

Insurance Journal

JULY 8, 2025

billion in compensation after one of its container vessels sank and leaked fuel into the Arabian Sea in May. India’s southern state of Kerala has sued Swiss-based Mediterranean Shipping Company and sought $1.1 The high court in Kerala issued an …

Compensation

Insurance Journal

MAY 2, 2025

Texas Mutual Insurance Company announced that its board of directors voted unanimously to approve a $330 million general dividend distribution in 2025. Texas Mutual, the state’s top provider of workers’ compensation insurance will have distributed more than $1 billion in …

Compensation

AMAXX

MARCH 4, 2025

By understanding the role fear plays in workers compensation claims, employers can implement strategies to foster trust, improve outcomes, and reduce costs. The Link Between Fear and Litigation Studies have consistently identified fear as a major driver of workers compensation litigation. All state laws vary.

Workers Compensation

Insurance Journal

JULY 21, 2025

Premium renewal rates increased year-over-year for all major commercial lines, except workers’ compensation, according to second quarter 2025 results of the Ivans Index. The Chicago-based technology provider for insurance carriers, agents, and managing general agents said the average premium renewal …

Commercial

Insurance Journal

JUNE 1, 2025

The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California … Written premiums in California stabilized in 2022 through 2024 after the large swings during the pandemic, while the combined ratio rose to the highest level in 14 years, a new report shows.

Workers Comp

Insurance Journal

JUNE 15, 2025

Massachusetts Insurance Commissioner Michael Caljouw has rejected an industry proposal to raise workers’ compensation rates by 7.1%. As a result, existing rates, which reflect a 14.6% decrease ordered last July, will remain in effect for policies on and after July …

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MARCH 18, 2025

Many companies operate under an unwritten rule: accept every workers compensation claim, no questions asked. A well-managed workers compensation program should pay 100% of legitimate claimsand 0% of the claims that arent. Fight Fraud and Exaggerated Claims Workplace injury fraud is a significant cost driver in workers compensation.

Workers Compensation

PSM Brokerage

JUNE 19, 2025

What Insurance Agents Need to Know About 2026 Medicare Advantage Commissions The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the official compensation rates for Medicare Advantage (MA) and Part D Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) enrollments for Contract Year (CY) 2026.

Compensation

Insurance Journal

JULY 3, 2025

In two separate rulings, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has found that an insurer in runoff and the state’s insolvency fund were both wrongly denied certain payments they are entitled from the state’s workers’ compensation fund. The high court found …

Workers Comp

Simply Insurance

MARCH 17, 2025

Workers' compensation insurance rates vary by state due to location, industry risks, and policy coverage. The Hartford is a top choice for workers' compensation insurance due to its competitive pricing and comprehensive coverage. The national average cost is approximately $1,128 per year.

Workers Compensation Insurance

AMAXX

JANUARY 20, 2025

In the intricate landscape of workers’ compensation, the pursuit of optimal outcomes for injured workers is paramount. Employers, insurers, and healthcare providers face a delicate balance: ensuring injured workers receive appropriate care while effectively managing costs and promoting timely return-to-work.

Workers Compensation

Insurance Journal

JULY 28, 2025

Florida’s insurance regulators expressed concern about recent news that Slide Insurance executives took home millions in compensation last year, suggesting that state agencies need new authority to limit pay packages. “It’s super concerning but we need to have the legislative …

Compensation

Rough Notes

MAY 2, 2025

INSURANCE-RELATEDCOURTCASESDigested from case reports published onlineCOURT DECISIONS Appraisal outcome freezes compensation 50 Exchange Terrace LLC sought to collect under a property policy with Mount Vernon Specialty Insurance Company (Mount Vernon) for damage to its property in Rhode Island.

Compensation

Insurance Journal

JULY 20, 2025

Total losses and expenses in California’s workers’ compensation system incurred in 2024 were $16.7 The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California released the 2024 California Workers’ Compensation Losses and … billion, or 108% percent of earned premium, a report shows.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

APRIL 28, 2025

In workers’ compensation programs, the conversation often revolves around costs, compliance, and claims management systems. Implementing empathy systematically can transform a workers’ compensation program from a cost center into a relationship-builder that saves money and strengthens the workforce. Its smart business.

Workers Compensation

AMAXX

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) plays a critical role in workers compensation, guiding both medical professionals and non-medical stakeholders in making informed decisions about injury treatment, recovery time, and return-to-work strategies. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

Workers Compensation

Top Insurance Blogs

MAY 16, 2025

As a licensed insurance agent in Germany with a decade of experience and having previously worked as a forklift driver in the construction sector, I have witnessed firsthand the critical importance of workers’ compensation insurance.

Workers Compensation Insurance

LexisNexis

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

By Christopher Mahon, LexisNexis Legal Insights Contributing Author A September 2024 study from the Workers Compensation Research Institute indicates that workers represented by an attorney in workers compensation claims receive substantially more payments than workers who are not represented by an attorney. See [link].

Workers Compensation

AMAXX

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

If you review the insurer’s file notes online and do not see NCM notes, contact the NCM for an update. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. Also, the injury coordinator should know whether your NCM is an RN or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). All state laws vary.

Workers Compensation

Boyle Agency Insurance

APRIL 4, 2025

Without proper insurance, you could be held liable. When hiring contractors for home projects, ensuring they have proper insurance coverage is crucial. Let’s explore why verifying contractor insurance matters and how it shields your property during renovations or repairs.

Property Damage

AMAXX

JUNE 3, 2025

In workers compensation, the moments before an injury ever occurs are just as important if not more so than the moments after. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. That foundation is expectations and whether youve intentionally shaped them or not, every employee has them.

Injury

Insurance Journal

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

million fine and take action to improve claims handling and prevent balance billing for out-of-network treatment after a state Department of Insurance investigation detailed multiple allegations. UnitedHealthcare of North Carolina has agreed to pay a $3.4 “Patients receiving emergency room …

Claim

Shield Insurance Agency

JUNE 19, 2025

Business insurance is a safeguard for your business. Business insurance protects you/your business against various risks and potential financial losses that can arise from unexpected events or claims. The post ​W​hy Business insurance? first appeared on Blog | Shield Insurance Agency.

Business Insurance

PSM Brokerage

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Whether you're looking to expand your Medicare, ACA, Life Insurance, or Ancillary product offerings, finding top-tier agents can help you increase sales and streamline operations. Identify the product lines they will sell (Medicare, ACA, Life Insurance, Ancillary). Screening Checklist for LOAs Valid insurance license?

License

Triple-I: Workers Compensation

MAY 20, 2025

William Nibbelin, Senior Research Actuary, Triple-I Economic uncertainty, industry-specific trends, and evolving risks were the focus of the NCCI Annual Insights Symposium (AIS) 2025 a key event for the workers compensation industry. Key Findings Premium: Workers compensation net written premium decreased by 3.2 points in 2024.

Workers Comp

AMAXX

JANUARY 21, 2025

In the complex world of workers’ compensation, achieving optimal outcomes for injured workers requires a blend of precision, consistency, and empathy. Ensuring Fairness In a system as diverse as workers’ compensation, consistency is key. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

Workers Comp

Redbird Agents

JUNE 5, 2025

If you’re a licensed insurance agent looking to diversify your portfolio, ACA health insurance sales might currently be the most overlooked opportunity I’ve seen in quite some time. Why Become an ACA Health Insurance Agent? Easy cross-sell: ACA clients often need dental, vision, life insurance, or even annuities.

Insurance

AMAXX

JULY 22, 2025

This is where medical bill review (MBR) becomes an essential part of any effective workers’ compensation cost containment strategy. How Employers Can Strengthen the Process Even though your TPA or insurer handles bill review, employers should stay engaged. Here’s how: Establish criteria for which bills should be reviewed (e.g.,

Workers Comp

AMAXX

MAY 27, 2025

In the world of workers compensation, few factors have a more immediate and measurable impact on claim outcomes than lag time the delay between when an injury occurs and when it is reported to the carrier or third-party administrator (TPA). You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional.

Claim

Zywave

MAY 15, 2025

Would you like pet insurance with your juvenile ball python, Maam? But with the growth of e-commerce, insurance decisions at the point of sale are becoming the norm, making this type of question at your local pet store an imminent reality. Embedded insurance does it all in one user experience. Threat or opportunity?

Broker

Protect Commercial Insurance

MAY 9, 2025

That’s where retail shop and salon insurance come into play. This guide will walk you through the essentials, helping you understand how the right commercial insurance can be your business’s best ally. That’s where retail shop and salon insurance swoop in to save the day.

Liability Insurance

Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

APRIL 21, 2025

For business owners, preventing injuries is key to protecting employees, maintaining productivity, and minimizing workers compensation claims. Responding quickly and documenting everything helps limit the impact of workplace injuries and supports the workers compensation claims process.

Workers Compensation