11 Jun

Posted at 10:41h in Business, Insurance Coverages, Our Blog, PEO, risk management, staffing, Workers' Compensation by
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Annual insurance reviews are a critical practice for small businesses. They can help reduce insurance costs while ensuring coverage keeps pace with the company’s evolving needs. Skipping this review can result in coverage gaps, leaving new business services, equipment or locations underinsured—or worse, completely uninsured....

09 Jun

Posted at 16:02h in Business, manufacturing, Our Blog, risk management, staffing, Worker-Safety, Workers' Compensation by
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Temporary Staffing Targeted On May 20, 2025, OSHA announced its updated Site-Specific Targeting (SST) inspection program, which directs agency enforcement resources to inspect establishments with the highest rates of injuries and illnesses. The SST inspection program uses objective data from injury and illness information that employers...

19 May

Posted at 11:38h in Business, human resources, Insurance Coverages, PEO, risk management, Workers' Compensation by
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As businesses adapt to post-pandemic realities, regulatory shifts, and workforce evolution, the demand for PEOs is undergoing major transformations.  Industries, once reliant on traditional HR models, are now turning to PEOs to manage growing complexities from multi-state compliance to workforce risk mitigation.  Meanwhile, new sectors...

14 May

Posted at 10:30h in Business, Film, Film & TV, Insurance Coverages, Our Blog, risk management, TV and Video, Workers' Compensation by
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The business of storytelling has always carried risk — but in 2025, those risks are triggering sharp increases in insurance costs across the film and television industry. Whether you’re working with studio-level talent or indie crews, you’ve probably already felt the sting of rising premiums....

15 Apr

Posted at 08:00h in Business, Our Blog, risk management, staffing, Worker-Safety, Workers' Compensation by
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Fatalities caused by falls from elevation continue to be a leading cause of death for construction employees. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, falls account for the majority of fatalities in the construction industry. Those deaths are preventable. The National Safety Stand-down...

09 Apr

Posted at 11:39h in Business, human resources, manufacturing, Our Blog, risk management, Worker-Safety, Workers' Compensation by
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Adapted from internal safety materials. Written by Kevin Kilcoyne, Barrow Group, LLC In today’s industrial workplaces, safety isn't just a box to check—it's a foundation for success. Whether you're staffing a high-volume warehouse or a manufacturing plant, ensuring a clean and secure environment directly impacts worker...

20 Mar

Posted at 12:38h in Business, captive insurance, Insurance Coverages, Our Blog, PEO, Workers' Compensation by
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In recent years, captive insurance companies have consistently outperformed commercial market insurers. This success is attributed to their balance sheet strength, operational performance, and specialized business models. Captives offer significant advantages, giving organizations a competitive edge in risk management and financial control. Here are seven...

13 Mar

Posted at 12:03h in Insurance Coverages, Our Blog, PEO, staffing, Worker-Safety, Workers' Compensation by
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Every year, Prevent Blindness, the eye health and safety organization, recognizes March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month. This annual campaign is intended to raise awareness of potential eye hazards in the workplace and encourage employees to take their eye health seriously. According to Prevent Blindness, thousands...

12 Mar

Posted at 12:30h in Business, Insurance Coverages, Our Blog, PEO, staffing, Workers' Compensation by
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Workers’ compensation insurance is one of the largest expenses for staffing companies and professional employer organizations (PEOs). Due to the high-risk nature of temporary staffing, complex employee classifications, and frequent policy audits, securing cost-effective and compliant coverage can be a challenge. Many staffing firms turn to...

26 Feb

Posted at 12:19h in Business, Cyber Liability, Our Blog, staffing, Worker-Safety, Workers' Compensation by
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As 2025 begins, manufacturing businesses must be mindful of the trends impacting the industry. Monitoring the latest developments and appropriately adjusting operations and risk management practices in response to them is crucial, as each significantly impacts the success and public perception of a business. Trends...