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CPWR Releases Report on Construction Fatalities

National Construction Practice Safety Alert The Center for Construction Training and Research (CPWR) recently released a report with conclusions that should be of great value to construction employers across the United States. The report shows that, in 2019, the number of construction workers killed on the job reached its highest level in a decade, making construction one of the most dangerous industries in the country. Using 2011-2019 data from the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, researchers identified 1,102 construction worker fatalities in 2019, a 41% increase from the initial year (2011) of …

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Introducing our JDXComp Program for Law Firms

Law Firms Frequently Overpay for Workers’ Compensation Insurance To address this market disconnect, we created JDXComp. The Workers’ Compensation insurance is a regulated and mandatory form of insurance; every business with more than 5 employees must buy workers’ compensation insurance. For attorneys, this insurance comes at a high price based solely on total annual compensation with little to no recognition of low loss experience. Historically, the industry class has operated with excellent loss ratios, however, due to their size, many law firms have been unable to obtain any program options beyond guaranteed cost. To address this market disconnect, Vanbridge created …

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EPIC Adds Casey Scollin as Principal

Further Strengthens Risk Management Operation in West Region EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that Casey Scollin has joined the firm. He will be based in Northern California (NorCal) and report to Bill Ferree, Managing Principal, NorCal Territory Sales Leader. Scollin will focus on providing risk management and insurance solutions to emerging companies as well as middle market and risk management enterprises. He will leverage the entire EPIC platform to deliver bespoke solutions in the areas of Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits and Executive Benefits. Scollin joins EPIC from Hub International by way of acquisition of Sweet and Baker Insurance …

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Covering Coronavirus: Risk Considerations Volume 2, Issue 7

EPIC Risk Advisory Bulletin Volume 2, Issue 7 In this issue, we take a focused look at: Supply Chain and Business Risks FMCSA Waivers Expire May 31 Roadcheck 2021: May 4 – 6 Are “Ever Given” Events the Wave of the Future? Insurance Products and Coverage Information Cyber Attacks Put Healthcare in the Crosshairs Property Insurance Bill in CA Could Impact Insurers Business Interruption Presumptive Compensability News of Note Human Resources and Employee Benefits Could a Vaccine Passport Work in the U.S.? How the Pandemic is Changing the Workforce New CDC Guidelines for Cleaning Surfaces CDC Gives Fully Vaccinated People …

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EPIC Adds Rob Shepherd

Further Strengthens Risk Management Operation in West Region EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that Rob Shepherd has joined the firm as Senior Principal in its Risk Management operation. In his new position, Shepherd is responsible for new business development and the design, placement, and management of risk management insurance programs and solutions for mid-market and large clients. Shepherd joins EPIC from Willis Towers Watson where he spent the last six years of his career managing multiple teams of risk management and business professionals, leveraging his boardroom experience to deliver the most efficient risk profile and employee benefits …

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RIMS 2021 Conference

The Risk Management Society (RIMS) virtual conference will bring together risk management professionals April 19-30. The conference hosts the most comprehensive risk management event in the world, with 100+ hours of thought-leading insight and virtual learning, networking and solution-sharing. EPIC will exhibit in the virtual marketplace – connect with us via virtual chat or schedule an appointment to meet with a team member. Join EPIC Policy Response Unit leader Larry Reback for an educational session, “What They Say Does Matter: Risk Management Strategies to Preserve and Enhance Reputation,” on April 28 at 1:00 p.m. ET. It …

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EPIC Adds Heather Wilkinson

Addition Further Strengthens Risk Management Operation in West Region EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Heather Wilkinson has joined the firm as a principal in their Cyber Risk Practice. In her new position, Wilkinson is responsible for business development and the design, placement, and management of cybersecurity programs and solutions for mid-market and large clients. Wilkinson joins EPIC from Willis Towers Watson, where she spent the last fourteen years of her career managing complex risks for the FINEX Cyber and Errors and Omissions (E&O) Team. “We …

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2021 Cybersecurity Forum

The 2021 Cybersecurity Forum The April 16 event will address best practices financial firms should employ to maintain a secure remote working environment Thought leaders from both the public and private sectors will guide the discussion on unique perspectives and actionable tactics to successfully execute a robust, enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy. Kelly Geary, National Practice Leader, Executive Risk and Cyber, will be a panelist at 1:05 PM ET. The panel, moderated by Rahul Mahna of EisnerAmper, will discuss foundational management strategies, such as managing cash flow while investing for future growth, setting firms up for long-term operational success …

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