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Healthcare Reform Timeline
Monday, April 5, 2010
After more than a year of often rancorous debate, it appears that the healthcare reform battle in Congress is over.
Congress Passes Landmark – Healthcare Update
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
On March 21, 2010, the U.S. House of Representatives passed major health care reform legislation, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The legislation was previously passed by the U.S. Senate in December 2009 and is set to be signed by President Obama as soon as possible.
Builders Risk – How to Structure the Best Program
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
A construction contract will almost certainly specify who will supply the Builder’s Risk Insurance coverage for any construction project. This could be the projects owner, general contractor or sub-contractor.
Earthquake Insurance – Setting Limits
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
One of the most frequently asked questions we hear from clients is “ how much earthquake coverage do I need?” Many factors typically go into the decision when trying to decide how much coverage to buy.
Thinking about Self Funding?
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
When health insurance premiums continue to increase at a rate in excess of general inflation or wage increases, many employers ask us whether self-insuring their health plan makes sense for them.
Transitional Duty Programs – Key to Workers’ Compensation Claims Management and Cost Control
Friday, March 5, 2010
Many employers struggle with how to effectively manage workers’ compensation claim costs and loss of employee productivity when an employee suffers a prolonged absence from work due to an on-the-job injury.
Non Profit Directors – Risk Management Items to Understand and Consider When Sitting on Outside Boards
Monday, March 1, 2010
When asked to participate on a nonprofit board; typically; the first reaction is to be flattered that someone would want our participation and the second reaction is to agree because it meets a personal or professional goal.
Does Your Healthcare Facility’s Insurance Program Protect Against Loss of Private Information
Monday, February 22, 2010
Few CEOs, CFOs or risk managers are able to appropriately respond to this question from their Board of Directors unless the facility has previously suffered such a loss.
Replacement Cost Valuations Versus Market Value
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Property owners face a growing dilemma as to how they should provide accurate replacement cost values to their insurance company when market values are declining.
Insurance Issues with Vacant or Unoccupied Buildings
Thursday, August 27, 2009
In the last year, the world has seen unprecedented economic issues and depending on the economist or forecaster the country is either starting to rebound or just getting ready for the next wave of commercial property foreclosures.
Protecting What’s More Valuable Than Money From Cyber-Thieves
Wednesday, August 26, 2009 - Credit Union Times
A criminal indictment announced last week charged three people with the largest hacking and identity-theft case in history. In addition, 30 civil lawsuits have been filed against one of the hacked companies, Heartland Payment Systems.
Insurance Strategies in a Recession
Monday, August 10, 2009
In these current economic times, with stiff competition for work, cost cutting is a top priority for contractors. One of the areas that many companies will look at to save costs is their insurance.
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