Monthly Archives: March 2013

Workers Comp Claims Management Practices Help Control Costs

Posted on March 27, 2013 by AJ Schrage

As medical related costs increase, they drive up the cost of workers compensation insurance with them.  While preventing workplace injuries is always the primary goal, it is also important to have an established claims management process in place before a … Continue reading →

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Your Insurance Purchase- What’s the Big Difference?

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Josh Frerking

As an insurance professional, I work with business owners every day who are constantly battling with one very important question: “How can I keep the premium I pay for Business Owners Insurance (BOP) down while keeping my Business protected adequately?” In … Continue reading →

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How Do I Get Workers Compensation Insurance?

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Justin Bartmess

There are several ways to go about getting workers compensation quotes and coverage solutions for “most” business owners.  However, for those industries that are more difficult to insure there are typically only a few coverage options. Many “high risk” industries are typically quoted by … Continue reading →

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Oklahoma Legislature Considers Workers Comp Reforms

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Tim

All Eyes on Oklahoma legislature For those who haven’t paid attention, the state of Oklahoma is considering numerous major workers compensation reform proposals. Several issues will likely pass throughout the year, but a couple are key proposals being considered that … Continue reading →

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North Carolina: Cracking Down on Non-Compliant Businesses for Workers Comp

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Shannon Dye

The current workers compensation system in the state of North Carolina is viewed by many as flawed. The current House and Senate have several bills that they are working to that will help reform the current workers compensation system. Reform … Continue reading →

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What Does it Mean to Include or Exclude an Owner or Officer from Workers Compensation Coverage?

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Josh Frerking

Whether you are a 1 or 2 man shop or a 100+ employee company one important area to address is whether you, as the owner of the company or company officer, should include yourself in coverage on your workers compensation policy. … Continue reading →

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A Growing Player in the Workers Comp Marketplace

Posted on March 6, 2013 by AJ Schrage

Patriot National Insurance Group continues to grow at an impressive rate.  They are the parent company of Guarantee Insurance Company and offer access to Zurich American Insurance Company.  Patriot has long been one of the best access points to the … Continue reading →

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