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EPIC Adds Scott Weiss as Principal

… employee benefits consultant, announced today that Scott Weiss has joined the firm as a Principal in their Risk Management Practice.  Weiss will be based in Concord, California and report to Curt Perata, Regional President. In his new position, Weiss is responsible for new business development and the design, placement, and management of property and casualty insurance programs, providing risk management strategies and solutions to mid-market and large clients. Weiss brings over 27 years of experience to his role with EPIC. He has a strong background in leading regional teams in the design and implementation of complex risk management programs …

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Employment Practices Liability Insurance for Law Firms

… wide variety of steps that law firms can take to mitigate or avoid their exposure to employment risks, and these practices should be established and adhered to by all members of the firm. However, with the high volume of human interaction within the practice of law, the potential for employment risk increases. For this reason, the transfer of this financial exposure to a broad employment practices liability insurance policy is a prudent, additional risk management tool. The Law Firm Service Team of Lemme, a division of EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, has deep expertise negotiating employment practices liability policies specifically tailored …

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EPIC Launches Cannabis Site Pollution Liability (CSPL) Insurance Program

First of its kind product addresses significant gap in insurance coverage and protection for cannabis growers, processors, and retail dispensaries. Greyling Insurance Brokerage & Risk Consulting (Greyling), a division of EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants (EPIC), today announced the first nationwide Site Pollution Liability Insurance Program for the emerging cannabis industry. Available in states where cannabis is legal for recreational and medical use, the new EPIC program is designed to provide coverage for a material gap in Commercial General Liability and Umbrella/Excess Liability policies for the cannabis industry, as these policies exclude losses resulting from pollution/pollutants on, at, under, or …

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The Landscape of Benefits Has Changed. The Playbook Must Too.

The New Reality of Managing Health Benefits For years, employers managed healthcare costs by trying to stay one step ahead of inflation by tweaking plan design and contributions, negotiating rates, and relying on carriers to manage risk. That approach doesn’t work anymore. Today, rising costs are no longer driven by inflation alone. Employers are now facing a healthcare system that operates like a sophisticated business that is increasingly focused on profitability, not affordability, not risk management, and not improving patient health. Consolidation across the healthcare system, fueled in large part by private equity investment, has fundamentally changed how care …

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Aligning Subcontractor Risk: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You

… on subcontractors How labor shortages and geographic expansion are adding new layers of exposure What firms should evaluate before hiring a subcontractor Subcontractors are essential to modern project delivery, but unmanaged subcontractor risk can undermine even the strongest firms. This insight offers practical guidance for architecture, engineering, and construction leaders looking to strengthen their subcontractor strategies and align them with broader risk management goals. Download the full article to learn how a more deliberate approach to subcontractor risk can support stronger outcomes across your projects and portfolio. Download now: Aligning Subcontractor Risk: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You

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EPIC Welcomes Kurt Rataski

EPIC is excited to announce that Kurt Rataski has joined the firm as Senior Principal within our Property & Casualty team in the northeast. With more than three decades of experience in the commercial insurance industry, Kurt leverages his experience to provide risk and benefits solutions for food distribution, manufacturing, and real estate firms. He partners with his clients to understand their business goals and challenges, and deliver cost containment strategies that help them grow, expand, or retain their competitive edge. His core competencies include property and casualty, professional liability, product recall, cyber security, workers’ comp claims management, risk management and …

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EPIC Welcomes Cody Hunter

EPIC is excited to announce that Cody Hunter has joined the firm as Managing Principal in our Houston, TX office where he will serve as the Houston Employee Benefits Practice Leader. Cody is an employee benefits professional with more than 30 years of experience advising organizations on finance, plan design, governance, risk management, and fiduciary best practices. He began his career in underwriting and sales before founding the benefits division at The Mid-Continent Companies, Ltd. in 2002, where he served as both consultant and division leader. Known for simplifying complex regulatory and financial concepts, Cody helps C-suite leaders …

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EPIC Welcomes Colin Young

We are excited to announce that Colin Young has joined the firm as Principal within our Private Client practice. Colin is a dedicated Private Client Risk Advisor managing a large book of high-net-worth and emerging-affluent clients, providing customized risk management strategies and proactive service. Before entering the private insurance sector, Colin spent years as a professional baseball player and coach. Known for his calmness under pressure and commitment to excellence, he brings accountability, focus, and strategic thinking to every client relationship. Colin works closely with successful families, professionals, and business owners, taking the time to understand their …

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