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The Unexpected Impact of Learning in Workplace Culture
Companies are continuing to learn the value a positive workplace culture has on their bottom line. When employees are happy and committed to their employers, that fulfillment not only translates into a better work ethic, but instills a vested interest in the success of the company. As businesses seek to create an environment that facilitates a solid company culture, they
Landlord Liability Losses are Mostly Preventable
On January 9, a faulty space heater caused a fire on the third story of the Twin Parks Northwest apartment building. As the fire grew to multiple rooms, the panicked residents escaped their burning apartment but left the door open. As the fire drew in more oxygen from the open door and belched out smoke, fire alarms began to sound.
How Flexible Businesses Beat Supply Chain Backlog
The COVID-19 pandemic created a global crisis unmatched in the modern era. As governments scrambled to contain the virus and flatten the curve, businesses all over the nation shut down to protect workers. For over a year, companies continued to limit or modify their operations again and again as wave after wave of different COVID-19 variants spread around the world.
Professional Cyberattacks, Already on the Rise, Are Expected to Worsen
Gone are the days when cyberattacks were the work of lone hackers looking to pull a massive prank or push an ideological message. Cybercriminality has passed into the professional realm, with hackers employing ransomware to extort money from victims in return for trapped data. More alarmingly, entire governments are exploring ways to use virtual attacks to cripple the infrastructure of
Inflation Likely to Drive Up Commercial Insurance Costs
Over the past year, inflation has reached record highs. The cost for building materials, like lumber and steel, have been skyrocketing since the very beginning of the pandemic, but over the past few months, inflation has made an appreciable hit on almost every U.S. market. From groceries to gas to healthcare, prices are hitting all-time highs. As the effects of
Traffic Litigation Costs Skyrocket for Companies
Litigation costs in the commercial transportation sector have skyrocketed over the last decade. As the number of accidents, severity of accidents, and cost of settlements continue to climb, it is vital that businesses do everything in their power to minimize accidents. Accidents on the rise Unfortunately, increasing costs cannot just be ascribed to the ebb and flow of inflation. Drivers
How Communication Affects Workers’ Comp Claims
Employees who face work-related illnesses and injuries often suffer subsequent stress and anxiety. Oftentimes, this stress is worsened if employers cease communicating with the employee while they’re unable to work. It is vital that employers make their employees feel appreciated and invest in their well-being. This rapport helps employees feel trusted, welcomed, and valued. As a result, employees who are
Survey Shows many Home-Based Businesses are Vulnerable
The ongoing pandemic has forced nation-wide changes in the economic landscape of the United States. Lockdowns stalled earnings, fear of infection drove millions from the labor pool, and working from home grew exponentially. With traditional employment uncertain and inflation rising, thousands of Americans began to look for ways to increase their monthly income without unnecessary exposure. The result: an explosion
The Employers’ Liability Aspect of Workers’ Compensation Insurance
As an employer, it’s your responsibility to make sure your workers are both healthy and safe on the job. Unfortunately, accidents can be common even in otherwise safe industries, making workers’ compensation coverage a necessity. These policies have two primary parts—Part One: Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Part Two: Employers’ Liability Insurance. This Work Comp Insights will discuss Part Two, giving
Facilitating Company Culture in the Remote Workplace
Many companies pride themselves on their company culture—often, it may actually be a core competency and a competitive advantage. As employers broaden remote work positions to more employees than ever before, organizations might want to consider how to preserve their culture through an increasingly virtual workspace. What Is Company Culture? Company culture is the environment and personality of a business.
