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EPIC Announces Additions to National Private Client Practice

… accomplished team, our clients will benefit from the experience, insight and attention to detail of professionals who are singularly focused on expanding our valuable asset protection services to highly successful individuals and their families,” said Tim Brenneman, President of the EPIC Private Client Practice. Petterson brings decades of experience providing risk management and tailored service to highly successful individuals and their families. After working for 15 years as a top-performing Vice President for Marsh & McLennan Companies, Petterson founded the Seeman Holtz Private Client Group. In less than two years, he grew it to become a Cornerstone Agency with Chubb …

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Covering Coronavirus: Risk Considerations Volume 1, Issue 29

EPIC Risk Advisory Bulletin Volume 1, Issue 29 In this issue, we take a focused look at: Supply Chain and Business Risks How Will Supply Chains Respond to Vaccine Distribution? Equipment Maintenance Program Creates Savings for Hospitals Insurance Products and Coverage Information Business Interruption Update More D&O Liability Suits Stem From Coronavirus Claims Presumptive Compensability Update News of Note Human Resources and Employee Benefits Webinar: Cal-OSHA Coronavirus Preparation Program Webinar: How to Prepare for AB 685 IRS Issues Final Rule on Commuter Benefits CDC Guidelines for Parents & Caregivers Cal/OSHA Emergency Regulation Now in Effect Holiday Safety Guidelines …

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Covering Coronavirus: Risk Considerations Volume 1, Issue 28

EPIC Risk Advisory Bulletin Volume 1, Issue 28 In this issue, we take a focused look at: Supply Chain and Business Risks Calculating the Economic Impact of Coronavirus Closure Orders Future of Business Travel and Commuting FMCSA Extends and Expands Emergency Declaration Insurance Products and Coverage Information Entertainment Insurance Market Update Builders Risk Marketplace Update Possible Migration to Exchanges for Healthcare Business Interruption Update – PRIA and More Litigation Presumptive Compensability Update News of Note Human Resources and Employee Benefits OSHA Issues More Fines Cal OSHA Adopts Emergency Temporary Standard for Coronavirus CDC Revises Quarantine Recommendations CDC Guidelines for Celebrating the …

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Galway Insurance Holdings Secures Majority Interest from Harvest Partners

… within insurance distribution. This recapitalization provides us with the ability to be opportunistic in today’s market; to grow and expand each of Galway’s related specialty strategies around retail brokerage, risk management, wholesale brokerage, program administration and underwriting management.” EPIC CEO, Steve Denton said, “The addition of Harvest Partners and the ongoing commitment of both Oak Hill and Carlyle allows our retail platform to continue our exponential growth in all aspects of our business which now includes comprehensive, nationwide solutions across industry focused practices in employee benefits and property & casualty along with dedicated resources in areas like risk management,

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California Standards Board Passes Sweeping Cal/OSHA Emergency COVID-19 Prevention Regulation

On November 19, 2020, the Cal/OSHA Standards Board, despite objections from employers, trade associations and business groups, approved an emergency regulation pertaining to the policies and protocols employers will be required to comply with around COVID-19 prevention. The regulation was drafted through the emergency hearing process. Unlike past emergency regulations, no advisory board was created to allow stakeholders to provide feedback/comments about the requirements.  The draft of the emergency regulation will be sent to the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) for review followed by five days during which stakeholders may submit comments. Once the OAL adopts the …

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Covering Coronavirus: Risk Considerations Volume 1, Issue 27

EPIC Risk Advisory Bulletin Volume 1, Issue 27 In this issue, we take a focused look at: Supply Chain and Business Risks Coronavirus Guidance for Long Haul Truck Drivers State Driver’s Licensing & FMCSA Waivers Update Insurance Products and Coverage Information Ransomware on the Rise, Healthcare is Top Target New COVID-19 Business Interruption Ruling Worries Insurers Pending BI Legislation Update EPL Market Spotlight Presumptive Compensability Update News of Note Human Resources and Employee Benefits OSHA Issues Respiratory Protection Guidance for LTC Workers Oregon OSHA Adopts Temporary Coronavirus Rule OSHA Issues Another $500,000 in Coronavirus Citations OSHA 300 Recordkeeping …

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Covering Coronavirus: Risk Considerations Volume 1, Issue 26

EPIC Risk Advisory Bulletin Volume 1, Issue 26 In this issue, we take a focused look at: Supply Chain and Business Risks TSA Extends HME STA Exemption Through End of Year Cargo Theft Spikes Continue FMCSA Outlines Plan for Service Relief, New Pilot Programs Insurance Products and Coverage Information Renewed Effort to Secure Pandemic Insurance for Entertainment Industry Surprising Effect of the Pandemic on Live Events How the Pandemic is Impacting M&A Activity Cybercrime Puts Hospitals in the Crosshairs Presumptive Compensability Update News of Note Human Resources and Employee Benefits OSHA Levies More Than $1.6 Million in Fines …

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Spotlight on The EPL Market 

The Perfect Storm: The COVID Economy and the Movement for Racial Justice The Employment Practices Liability (EPL) market made swift adjustments at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Layoffs, furloughs, pay reductions, and remote work arrangements had EPL underwriters anticipating a significant increase in employment litigation. In anticipation of the increased risk, EPL insurers began increasing rates and retentions, reducing capacity, tightening coverage terms and enhancing the underwriting process. Just as the EPL market was starting to adjust to the COVID economy, a powerful social justice movement, demanding the dismantling of systemic racism, began to gain significant support and …

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