Every year, millions of people experience mental health challenges with limited access to care. According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 8 people globally are affected. Conditions like anxiety and depression significantly reduce productivity, costing the global economy around $1 trillion annually. Despite the rising demand for support, more than two-thirds of those who … Continued
Your most valuable asset isn’t your house, car or retirement account. It’s the ability to make a living. Long-term disability insurance (LTD) provides financial protection by replacing a portion of your income—typically 50% to 70%—if you become unable to work due to a prolonged illness, injury, or accident. This benefit is paid directly to you … Continued
DOL Updates Model Employer CHIP Notice The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has released a new model Employer Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Notice with information current as of March 17, 2025. As a reminder, the Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (CHIPRA) imposes an annual notice requirement on employers that maintain group … Continued
The only way to effectively protect the assets of your business is to carry adequate commercial general liability (CGL) insurance coverage. CGL protects your business from damages caused by bodily injury or property damage for which your business is found to be legally liable. What Does CGL Cover? A typical CGL policy provides coverage for … Continued
The Rise of Voluntary Benefits As healthcare costs increase, so does the demand for voluntary benefits. These optional benefits allow employees to select and pay for additional perks to meet their individual needs, especially in today’s diverse workforce. They’re also a valuable supplement to health insurance, particularly as healthcare expenses rise and affordability becomes a … Continued
Auto Company to Pay $2.5 Billion After Fatal Rollover—Product Liability A Georgia federal jury has ordered an American auto company to pay $2.5 billion to the family of a couple who died when their “Super Duty” truck rolled over in 2022. When the driver had a cardiac event, the truck struck a driveway drainage culvert … Continued
Experts are predicting a slowdown in rate decreases in the directors and officers (D&O) market for 2025, and newly public and mature companies may experience gradual premium increases moving forward. There’s general concern that price decreases have gone too far and may not be sustainable in the long term, necessitating market correction. What’s more, several … Continued
Life sometimes throws you a curveball. You might sprain an ankle playing soccer, need surgery, or experience a difficult pregnancy. These situations can temporarily prevent you from working and earning an income. That’s where short-term disability insurance comes in. It acts as a financial safety net, providing income replacement while you recover and get back … Continued
The U.S. property and casualty insurance industry improved its underwriting results in 2024 despite “significant” insured catastrophe losses, reducing its net underwriting loss to an estimated $2.6 billion, according to a recent report from AM Best. Despite the net loss expected, 2024’s results mark a “steep improvement” from the more than $24 billion underwriting loss … Continued
Financial stress is a silent epidemic plaguing workplaces everywhere. It impacts employees at all levels, leading to decreased productivity, lower morale, and increased absenteeism. But there’s good news: employers hold the key to building a financially healthy workforce. Stress and Financial Well-Being Cultivating your employees’ financial well-being is a necessity in creating a productive and … Continued
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