Are You Aware? Recently, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a memorandum to clarify its stance on post-accident drug testing for employees. This memo clarifies OSHA does not prohibit post-incident drug testing. Rather,

Are You Aware? There is an opioid crisis in workplaces across America. Nearly 40,000 drug overdose deaths occur each year in the United States. According to Insurance Journal, “The number continues to rise … more

While healthcare has been a hot topic in the media the last few years, it’s a topic that’s an everyday necessity for high-risk industries. Workers’ compensation claims are rarely simple to resolve. The same can

Are You Aware? Each year over 200 million opioid prescriptions are given out in the United States. Opioids are a class of drugs, which includes the illegal substance heroin. Several prescription pain relievers, such as

There are many precautions that can be put into place prior to an injury occurring at the worksite. Safety managers are able to limit the number of risks. Injuries are still going to happen. Every

Are You Aware? Claims fraud is estimated to account for approximately $7.2 billion dollars of the insurance industry’s total losses each year. These losses are often passed on to insureds and employees in the form

Workers’ Compensation insurance protects employers from lawsuits. It also provides injured employees with access to medical care for workplace-related injury plus continued income while they recover. Unfortunately, this insurance can be expensive, particularly for businesses

Are You Aware? The National Council for Alcoholism and Drug Dependence estimates nearly 70% of the 14.8 million Americans using illegal drugs are employed. However, the NCADD notes, “Work can be an important and effective

The claims process is rarely straightforward and can often be complex. With each additional player who becomes involved, the more complicated it can be. Juggling the interests of each party, working to ensure a positive