Strains in Your Workplace: What Really Can be Done About Them?
According to the BLS, 31 percent of lost-time workers’ compensation claims result from strain injuries—and these injuries required a median of 12 days away from ...
02/27/18
Driving Tips for Bad Weather Conditions
We all know that poor visibility and adverse road conditions create hazards all year, but more so during the winter months. Dealing with inclement weather can ...
02/19/18
Prevention & Protection: Top Tips for Home Healthcare Workers
Home healthcare workers face unique risks in their day-to-day work environments that can be harmful and detrimental to their personal safety and health. That’s ...
02/13/18
Managing Fatigue-Related Workplace Losses
Employees who report to work in an acute or chronically fatigued condition, or who become fatigued while on the job, may be at significantly higher risk of errors ...
02/12/18
Are Your New Employees at Risk?
Over 30% of lost-time injuries occur to new employees (tenure of one year or less), according to BLS data. Severity is also an issue. A recent PMA study of large ...
02/06/18
What is Captive Insurance, and Why Should I Consider it?
Workers’ compensation insurance, as well as other types of commercial liability coverage, has traditionally been delivered through two distinct policy types – ...
01/31/18
Fracking, the Great American Oil and Gas Comeback and Its Effect on Risk Managers in the Energy Space
In recent years, the United States has dramatically changed the global oil and gas energy landscape. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration: ... ...
01/23/18
Telecommuting Employees and Workers' Compensation Considerations
Whether a formal or casual arrangement, telecommuting is becoming increasingly more common. Employees appreciate the convenience and flexibility while employers ...
01/09/18
PMA Companies Business Overview
With over 100 years of experience, we are a trusted leader and recognized expert in commercial risk management insurance solutions and services. We specialize in ...
01/02/18
The Future of the Insurance Industry: Millennials and Beyond
Have you had enough of millennials yet? The term “millennial” often has a negative connotation associated with it; however, it is a vital generation positioned ...
12/12/17