The holiday season is often considered a time of joy, generosity and togetherness. But for many Americans, it also brings a heavy dose of financial stress. Between gift-giving, travel, festive meals and social obligations, the pressure to spend can quickly spiral out of control. As...
In many industries, forklifts are essential for moving materials and goods. However, when forklifts powered by gasoline, propane and diesel fuel are used indoors or in confined spaces, dangerous levels of carbon monoxide can build up quickly. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas...
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) arrived in the healthcare world with the subtlety of a cat knocking a glass off the counter — noticeable, a bit disruptive, and guaranteed to require some cleanup. For parts of healthcare that serve our most vulnerable —...
By: Steve Kolker, Insurance Consultant, Employee Benefits, Hilb Group/Barrow Group One of the most essential, but difficult to afford coverages is long-term care (LTC) insurance. LTC insurance covers services like nursing home, assisted living, or in-home assistance that Medicare generally does not provide. The cost for...
Prior to using a patient lift, it’s essential to properly prepare the environment in which it will be used. If you are using a lift in a residential setting, preparation includes assessing the home’s floor plan and ensuring its setup allows the lift to be...
Between hectic schedules, stress and difficulty sleeping, many people find themselves fatigued during the workday. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce your fatigue levels and stay more alert at work. Risks of Fatigue Symptoms of fatigue include moodiness, drowsiness, loss of energy, and lack...
Introduction Using personal protective equipment (PPE) is instrumental in keeping yourself safe and healthy on the job. Workers use PPE when there is some type of hazard identified that cannot be eliminated or controlled through other means. Simply stated, when we have PPE requirements, it means...
Health care costs, and consequently employee benefit costs, have been growing at an alarming rate in recent years, and they’re not slowing down. Mercer projects that the total health benefit cost per employee is expected to rise 6.5% on average in 2026, which is the...
While not an official medical diagnosis, “tech neck” has become a familiar phrase in today’s workplace. As smartphones, laptops and tablets have become everyday tools, people spend more time hunched over screens. The result is a growing number of individuals who spend hours per day...
We are pleased to introduce our in-house Employee Benefits Consultant, Steve Kolker. Steve will be working with our business clients to provide “peace of mind” benefits solutions for both employers and employees. With more than 25 years in the insurance industry and 11 years specializing in...