Workers' compensation

Gomez Trial Attorneys announces the addition of Trial Attorney Alyshia Lord to San Diego, CA office.

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, July 11, 2023

SAN DIEGO, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alyshia Lord is a trial attorney who focuses her practice on personal injury and premises liability litigation.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alyshia Lord is a trial attorney who focuses her practice on personal injury and premises liability litigation.
  • At Gomez Trial Attorneys, Alyshia applies this experience to her zealous representation of clients injured primarily in traffic collisions and slip-and-fall-incidents.
  • Prior to joining Gomez Trial Attorneys, Alyshia worked at a leading national law firm for victims of childhood sexual abuse, exclusively representing survivors of abuse at a children's residential care center in Los Angeles County.
  • Founder and President John Gomez states, "I am beyond thrilled to add such a talented and respected trial attorney as Ms. Lord to our growing team.

NSM Insurance Group Acquires Shield Commercial Insurance Services

Retrieved on: 
Monday, July 10, 2023

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NSM Insurance Group, the nation's leading specialty insurance provider with more than $1.5B in premium across 25+ niche insurance programs in the U.S. and U.K., today announced the completion of its acquisition of Shield Commercial Insurance Services. Based in Palm Desert, CA, Shield specializes in insurance solutions for the general contractor and construction liability space.

Key Points: 
  • CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NSM Insurance Group , the nation's leading specialty insurance provider with more than $1.5B in premium across 25+ niche insurance programs in the U.S. and U.K., today announced the completion of its acquisition of Shield Commercial Insurance Services .
  • Based in Palm Desert, CA, Shield specializes in insurance solutions for the general contractor and construction liability space.
  • "We are energized to continue our series of strategic acquisitions in the U.S. and U.K. with Shield," said Bill McKernan, President of NSM Insurance Group.
  • "We're thrilled to join the NSM family of specialty insurance brands and further enhance and bolster our offerings to meet the unique needs of contractors," said Robert Anderson, President and Co-Founder of Shield Commercial Insurance Services.

TEAMSTERS APPLAUD NLRB RULING ON WORKER MISCLASSIFICATION

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 15, 2023

WASHINGTON, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien issued the following statement regarding the ruling from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) on The Atlanta Opera, Inc., which revives an Obama-era rule that makes it easier for workers to organize and join unions: 

Key Points: 
  • Misclassification of employment status is the latest tool that employers have deployed in their fight against workers.
  • "The new ruling from the NLRB makes it more difficult for employers to deceptively misclassify workers and avoid paying employee-related expenses, like unemployment insurance, workers' compensation, and Social Security.
  • "The Teamsters remain committed to helping workers across the country raise their voices and get their fair share.
  • Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.2 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.

IEA Unveils Refreshed Brand Identity and Enhanced Online Presence

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 8, 2023

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IEA, a leading provider of professional development and training solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its revamped brand identity, including a redesigned logo, an updated website, and an enhanced learning management system (LMS).

Key Points: 
  • EL SEGUNDO, Calif., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IEA, a leading provider of professional development and training solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its revamped brand identity, including a redesigned logo, an updated website, and an enhanced learning management system (LMS).
  • This comprehensive rebranding effort encompasses a range of key elements that are set to redefine IEA's digital presence and solidify its position as a leader in the industry.
  • The newly redesigned website offers a clean, user-friendly interface, enhanced navigation, and seamless accessibility to a newly launched student portal.
  • To learn more about IEA's updated brand identity and explore its range of innovative learning solutions, visit the new website at www.ieatraining.org

USQRisk Appoints Seasoned Actuary to Grow US Alternative Risk Transfer Business

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 30, 2023

NEW YORK, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- USQRisk, the international managing general agent specializing in alternative risk transfer solutions, today welcomes Alex Chen as Head of US Pricing and Senior Underwriter. Chen will be involved in USQRisk's underwriting of alternative risk transfer solutions globally and will be leading the pricing of the MGA's US deals. Additionally, Chen will work alongside the leadership team to develop new products and solutions to address the ever-changing risk landscape and evolving needs of clients.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- USQRisk , the international managing general agent specializing in alternative risk transfer solutions, today welcomes Alex Chen as Head of US Pricing and Senior Underwriter.
  • Chen will be involved in USQRisk's underwriting of alternative risk transfer solutions globally and will be leading the pricing of the MGA's US deals.
  • Additionally, Chen will work alongside the leadership team to develop new products and solutions to address the ever-changing risk landscape and evolving needs of clients.
  • "Alternative risk transfer solutions in the US market have been increasing in popularity as the need for specialized risk management continues to exceed what the traditional market can support.

Michael G. Dryden Elected a Fellow of College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers

Retrieved on: 
Monday, May 22, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Philadelphia labor, employment, workers' compensation and family law firm Willig, Williams & Davidson is pleased to announce that partner Michael G. Dryden has been elected a Fellow of The College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Philadelphia labor, employment, workers' compensation and family law firm Willig, Williams & Davidson is pleased to announce that partner Michael G. Dryden has been elected a Fellow of The College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers.
  • "Being elected as a Fellow of the College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers is one of the most meaningful distinctions a workers' comp lawyer can achieve," said Dryden.
  • The College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers was established to honor attorneys who have distinguished themselves in workers' compensation law.
  • Certified as a Workers' Compensation specialist by the Pennsylvania Bar Association, Dryden serves as chair of Willig, Williams & Davidson's workers' compensation department.

With Continued Growth, Intrepid Direct Opens Satellite Office In Nashville, TN

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, May 10, 2023

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Intrepid Direct Insurance, the leading direct-to-consumer property and casualty insurance provider for businesses, with expertise in the franchise model, has opened a satellite office in Nashville to support its growing customer base. Intrepid Direct is a nationwide provider, and the Nashville office provides it with the ability to access additional claims and customer service talent for its expanding business needs as well as connect directly with its national footprint of customers.

Key Points: 
  • Intrepid Direct Insurance, the leading direct-to-consumer property and casualty insurance provider for businesses, with expertise in the franchise model, has opened a satellite office in Nashville to support its growing customer base.
  • OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Intrepid Direct Insurance , the leading direct-to-consumer property and casualty insurance provider for businesses, with expertise in the franchise model, has opened a satellite office in Nashville to support its growing customer base.
  • Intrepid Direct is dedicated to serving specific industries that gain the most value from a direct-to-customer insurance offering.
  • As a tech leader in the insurance sector, Intrepid Direct is also heavily recruiting for its technical engineering team.

WellNow Urgent Care No Longer Contracted with EmblemHealth in New York

Retrieved on: 
Friday, May 5, 2023

NEW YORK, May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WellNow Urgent Care, one of the country's fastest-growing urgent care providers, announced that it will no longer be in network with EmblemHealth. Starting Saturday, May 6, this change will affect all WellNow Urgent Care clinics in the state of New York.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WellNow Urgent Care , one of the country's fastest-growing urgent care providers, announced that it will no longer be in network with EmblemHealth.
  • Starting Saturday, May 6, this change will affect all WellNow Urgent Care clinics in the state of New York.
  • "WellNow Urgent Care clinics have worked tirelessly to provide convenient and essential care to our patients in the state of New York largely through extended hours," said John Radford, M.D., President at WellNow Urgent Care.
  • WellNow Urgent Care locations provide timely treatments for ailments, such as sprains, burns, lacerations, colds, flu and allergies, as well as on-site x-rays, lab testing and physicals.

Bill Marshall Joins Samuel Hale as Senior Director of Risk Management

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, May 4, 2023

FOLSOM, Calif., May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In April, Bill Marshall joined the Samuel Hale team as Senior Director of Risk Management.

Key Points: 
  • FOLSOM, Calif., May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In April, Bill Marshall joined the Samuel Hale team as Senior Director of Risk Management.
  • He will lead daily operations, overseeing the design, implementation and assessment of worksite safety programs for clients of Samuel Hale.
  • Also, his values and work ethic are a great fit with the Samuel Hale culture," says Vice President of Risk Management, Michael DiManno Jr.
  • Known for eliminating employment friction and transforming California workers' compensation processes, Samuel Hale helps employers dramatically reduce workers' compensation premium costs.

Sentry announces innovative tool to help improve workers' compensation claim outcomes for injured workers and employers

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 2, 2023

STEVENS POINT, Wis., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sentry, a leading workers' compensation insurer, has announced the launch of its Injured Employee Complexity Factor Models (IECF Models™), which will help identify injured individuals with early factors such as chronic pain and psychosocial risks that can prolong and prevent a successful recovery.

Key Points: 
  • This tool has the ability to create better long-term health outcomes for injured workers and lower costs for employers.
  • "Studies suggest that up to 10 percent of all workers with injuries may experience delayed recovery," said Greg Larson, Sentry's AVP of Workers' Compensation Claims.
  • According to historical data from Sentry, average claims outcomes involving early risk factors can remain open twice as long and cost employers 2.5 times more.
  • "We believe these models have the chance to create better long-term health outcomes for injured workers and lower costs for employers.