2021 Regulatory Predictions for Auto Casualty and Workers’ Comp [Podcast]
On-Demand
In 2020, the workers' compensation and auto casualty regulatory environment was more active than ever—since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S.
At the eye of the storm: An opioid overdose epidemic and a viral pandemic converge
September 7, 2020
s 2020 opened, a persistent and tragic opioid overdose epidemic was near the front of a list of national concerns in the US. Some 20+ million Americans are reported to have a substance use disorder and 2M of those misuse opioids.
The Black Lives Matter Movement Is Changing Us for the Better
August 20, 2020
The first half of 2020 has been unprecedented. There has been some good, a lot of bad and even some ugly. But when I step back and think of one word that sums it all up, it is change. Looking back at where we were as recently as mid-February, our industry was slated for powerful growth and business-as-usual meant powering forward like any other year.
Therapeutic Alternatives—A Closer Look
July 28, 2020
Brand name medications are often scrutinized by the workers’ compensation industry for their high cost. When there is a generic available, pharmacies should dispense the generic. However, when a generic substitute does not exist, what other alternatives are available for the workers’ compensation industry? One option is to use therapeutic alternatives.
Pain Management and Opioid Recovery
July 23, 2020
Working together to prevent, manage, and ultimately mitigate the risk of adverse outcomes. The opioid crisis has taken a grievous toll on the health of many Americans dealing with work-related injuries. Knowing as much as possible about the risks of opioid therapy allows for the most effective and efficient interventions available.
Getting Into Insurance? The Insurance Industry Outlook is Brighter than Ever
July 22, 2020
Over the last decade, the insurance industry has undergone dramatic changes that have catapulted it to the forefront of the American consciousness, driven by advancements in technology, shifts in consumer demand and growth in creative advertising. Now the last several months have brought a tidal wave of new changes upon us, and forced the industry to innovate and operate in ways we never thought possible.
Tips for Keeping Insurance Professionals Engaged While Working Remotely [Infographic]
July 13, 2020
As the global workforce trends towards remote work environments, employers need to learn how to navigate a new normal. Supervisors are now responsible for remote workforce management, which comes with its own set of unique challenges and opportunities. If your team has recently started working remotely, several key tips and strategies will help you encourage productivity and keep your teams on task.